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Managing Misalignment in Linear Motion Systems

June 15, 2017
Of all the factors that contribute to the premature failure of linear bearings, misalignment ranks near the top of the list. Here’s how to cope without breaking the bank. Sponsored by Rollon
When design engineers evaluate linear bearings, they always ask about performance attributes such as speed, load capacity and lifecycle. Then they want to know the price. It’s rare, however, that they ask about the bearing’s sensitivity to misalignment. And that’s a big mistake, because misalignment represents one of the leading causes of premature linear bearing wear and failure.

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