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The Difference Between: Self-Aligning Bushings and Ball Splines

Oct. 17, 2022
Check out these differences between self-aligning bushings and ball splines.

Self-aligning bushings and ball splines both have a cylindrical nut containing recirculating ball bearings. The nut rides on a shaft, and its exterior can be a block. But that's where the similarities end.

Download this Difference Between article to learn about the structure and advantages of each—and which is suited for higher speeds and loads while the other excels at linear motion.

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