Linear Bearings and Guides
Thomson invented anti-friction linear technology over 60 years ago and has continued to lead the industry ever since. The Thomson brand is recognized and trusted as the global leader in linear motion technology. Look below for component information on Thomson Linear Ball Bushing® Bearings, 60 Case LinearRace® Shafting, and Guides.
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Linear Ball Bushing Bearings
Thomson offers the world's largest selection of inch and metric Linear Ball Bushing Bearings. Choose from over nine different families of linear bearing and linear bearing accessories, all state-of-the-art and top-of-the-line. Learn more about Linear Ball Bushing Bearings >
Linear Specialty Bearings
To meet the often unique needs of your application, Thomson has developed a number of specialty bearings with enhanced capabilities for very high load capacities and performance within contaminated environments.Learn more about Linear specialty Bearings >
LinearRace Shafting
Using Thomson's Roundrail 60 Case® Shafting, Supports, and Assemblies along with Thomson's Linear Ball Bushings, you can increase the life of your application by 50%. Not all shafting is created equally .... Learn more about 60 Case LinearRace Shafting >
Profile Rail Guides
With sizes ranging from our ultra compact 5mm MicroGuide® to the robust 55mm 500 Series roller, as well as compliancy ranging from our self-aligning T-Series (transport profile rail) to the extremely rigid, machine tool grade roller profile rail, Thomson is the "one-stop" source for all your profile rail needs. Learn more about Profile Rail Guides >
RoundRail Guide Systems
RoundRail Linear Guides are pre-assembled, ready to install stages providing low friction, smooth, accurate motion for a wide range of moment or normal loading configurations. Slide tables are available as customizable RoundRail Linear Guides to multiaxis, turnkey systems complete with motors, drives, controls and electromechanical accessories.Learn more about RoundRail Guide Systems >

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