Roller Pillow Block

Reliability
- Large cam follower design with side seals delivers superior contaminant resistance
- Excels in long travel joined shafts or rail assemblies
- Accessories such as lubrication ports and scrapers available for ease of maintenance and maximum life

Roller pillow block’s large cam follower navigates joined shafts and rail assemblies with ease

Misalignment of shafts due to installation procedures or non-matched shafts can lead to premature or catastrophic ball bearing failures
Dynamic Load Ratings | Shaft Diameter | |||
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1" | 1½" | 2" | ||
Open-Style |
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220 lb | 490 lb | 858 lb |
Single |
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955 lb | 1,660 lb | 2,400 lb |
Double & Twin |
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1,910 lb | 3,320 lb | 4,800 lb |
Lower System Cost
- Simplified installation and alignment
- Floating pillow block option available accommodating up to 0.125" out-of-parallelism, reducing installation time and cost dramatically
- Simple eccentric bearing adjustment allows for tailored bearing fit to application requirements

V-block shaped support rail design aligns shaft centerlines simplifying joined rail assemblies
Design Compatibility

- Interchangeability to industry standard mounting holes and centerlines for linear bearing pillow blocks from leading competitors
Roller Pillow Block Advantage
Roller Pillow Block

Profile Rail Technology

Roller Pillow Block
- Superior for joined rail applications
- Low coefficient of friction ideal for heavy load transport applications
- Best suited for horizontal applications with normal downward loading
- Cam followers can be utilized for high speed applications up to 25 feet per second

- V-block shaped support rail design aligns shaft centerlines simplifying joined rail assemblies
- Support rail mounts using standard fasteners
- Floating pillow block option available absorbing up to 0.125" out-of-parallelism reducing installation time and cost dramatically
- Simple eccentric bearing adjustment allows tailored bearing fit to application requirements

Reliability
- Large cam follower design delivers superior contaminant resistance
- Excels in long travel applications requiring joined shafts or rail assemblies
- Accessories such as lubrication ports and scrapers available for ease of maintenance and maximum life
Profile Rail Technology
- Superior for high precision applications
- Proper installation requires machining and detailed alignment procedures as highlighted below

- Manufacturer guidelines require a machined mounting surface and datum plane that can be extremely expensive or impractical in long rail lengths
- Factory-matched rails must be specified when joining guides to ensure precise alignment of running surfaces, adding expense and time
- Precision tapped mounting holes are required
- Specified torque sequencing is needed to avoid rail distortion

Reliability
- Misalignment of rails due to installation procedures or non matched rails can lead to premature or catastrophic ball bearing failure
The Reliable Heavy Roller
Roller Pillow Blocks
Roller Pillow Block is available in Single, Double, and Twin carriage size types for various shaft diameters.
- Loads up to 12,500 pounds
- Self-aligning
- Adjustable
- Corrosion resistant
- High speeds
- Standard mounting holes
- Re-buildable
- Interchangeability with industry standards


Applications
Single Roller Pillow Block
Low friction single Roller Pillow Blocks are selected for standard linear movement or for situations with shaft deflection. Self-aligning Roller Pillow Blocks can handle a half of a degree in misalignment.
Note: To learn more about turning a curve with a single Roller Pillow Block, please reference the technical information further down.


Single Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Inch Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | |
SPB-08-OPN | 1/2 | 400 | 0.40 | 0.687 | 2 | 1-1/2 | 1-5/32 | 1.688 | 1.000 | 1 | #6 | 5/32 | 0.240 | 5/16 |
SPB-10-OPN | 5/8 | 500 | 0.50 | 0.875 | 2-1/2 | 1-3/4 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 1.125 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 |
SPB-12-OPN | 3/4 | 600 | 0.60 | 0.937 | 2-3/4 | 1-7/8 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 1.250 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.303 | 7/16 |
SPB-16-OPN | 1 | 955 | 1.00 | 1.187 | 3-1/4 | 2-5/8 | 2 | 2.875 | 1.750 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 |
SPB-20-OPN | 1-1/4 | 1400 | 2.00 | 1.500 | 4 | 3-3/8 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 2.000 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 |
SPB-24-OPN | 1-1/2 | 1660 | 2.80 | 1.750 | 4-3/4 | 3-3/4 | 2-7/8 | 4.125 | 2.500 | 1-7/8 | 1/4 | 9/32 | 0.474 | 1-1/16 |
SPB-32-OPN | 2 | 2400 | 5.00 | 2.125 | 6 | 4-3/4 | 3-1/2 | 5.250 | 3.250 | 2-1/2 | 3/8 | 13/32 | 0.600 | 1-3/8 |
SPB-48-OPN | 3 | 6260 | 14.00 | 3.500 | 8-3/8 | 5-1/2 | 5-1/2 | 7.000 | 4.000 | 3-5/8 | 5/8 | 21/32 | 1.000 | 2-1/8 |
Single Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Metric Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
mm. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | |
MSPB-16-OPN | 16 | 500 | 0.50 | 0.877 | 2-1/2 | 1-3/4 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 1.125 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 |
MSPB-20-OPN | 20 | 600 | 0.60 | 0.956 | 2-3/4 | 1-7/8 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 1.250 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.300 | 7/16 |
MSPB-25-OPN | 25 | 955 | 1.00 | 1.179 | 3-1/4 | 2-5/8 | 2 | 2.875 | 1.750 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 |
MSPB-30-OPN | 30 | 1400 | 2.00 | 1.465 | 4 | 3-3/8 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 2.000 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 |
Double Roller Pillow Block
With double the capacity of the single Roller Pillow Block, the double Roller Pillow Blocks offer twice the dynamic load rating in a similar mounting footprint. The double Roller Pillow Blocks are used when longer travel life or an increase in load capacity is required.


Double Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Inch Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | L | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | in. | |
DPB-08-OPN | 1/2 | 800 | 0.50 | 0.687 | 2 | 2 | 1-5/32 | 1.688 | 1.625 | 1 | #6 | 5/32 | 0.240 | 5/16 | 0.562 |
DPB-10-OPN | 5/8 | 1000 | 0.70 | 0.875 | 2-1/2 | 2-1/2 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 2.000 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 | 0.526 |
DPB-12-OPN | 3/4 | 1200 | 0.80 | 0.937 | 2-3/4 | 2-5/8 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 1.250 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.300 | 7/16 | 0.562 |
DPB-16-OPN | 1 | 1910 | 1.20 | 1.187 | 3-1/4 | 2-5/8 | 2 | 2.875 | 1.750 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 | 0.720 |
DPB-20-OPN | 1-1/4 | 2800 | 2.30 | 1.500 | 4 | 3-3/8 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 2.000 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 | 0.937 |
DPB-24-OPN | 1-1/2 | 3320 | 3.00 | 1.750 | 4-3/4 | 3-3/4 | 2-7/8 | 4.125 | 2.500 | 1-7/8 | 1/4 | 9/32 | 0.474 | 1-1/16 | 0.937 |
DPB-32-OPN | 2 | 4800 | 5.50 | 2.125 | 6 | 4-3/4 | 3-1/2 | 5.250 | 3.250 | 2-1/2 | 3/8 | 13/32 | 0.603 | 1-3/8 | 1.187 |
DPB-48-OPN | 3 | 12520 | 20.00 | 3.500 | 8-3/8 | 7-1/4 | 5-1/2 | 7.000 | 5.875 | 3-5/8 | 5/8 | 21/32 | 1.000 | 2-1/8 | 2.080 |
Double Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Metric Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | L | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
mm. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | in. | |
MDPB-16-OPN | 16 | 1000 | 0.70 | 0.877 | 2-1/2 | 2-1/2 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 2.00 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 | 0.562 |
MDPB-20-OPN | 20 | 1200 | 0.80 | 0.956 | 2-3/4 | 2-5/8 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 1.25 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.300 | 7/16 | 0.562 |
MDPB-25-OPN | 25 | 1910 | 1.20 | 1.179 | 3-1/4 | 2-5/8 | 2 | 2.875 | 1.75 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 | 0.720 |
MDPB-30-OPN | 30 | 2800 | 3.00 | 1.465 | 4 | 3-3/8 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 2.00 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 | 0.937 |
Twin Roller Pillow Block
The twin Roller Pillow Block load rating is the same as the double and is a good choice when using only one Roller Pillow Block per shaft. The twin model also offers an additional pair of mounting holes.


Twin Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Inch Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | L | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | in. | |
TWN-08-OPN | 1/2 | 800 | 0.80 | 0.687 | 2 | 3-1/2 | 1-5/32 | 1.688 | 2.50 | 1 | #6 | 5/32 | 0.240 | 5/16 | 1.500 |
TWN-10-OPN | 5/8 | 1000 | 1.00 | 0.875 | 2-1/2 | 4 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 3.00 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 | 2.125 |
TWN-12-OPN | 3/4 | 1200 | 1.20 | 0.937 | 2-3/4 | 4-1/2 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 3.50 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.300 | 7/16 | 2.500 |
TWN-16-OPN | 1 | 1910 | 2.30 | 1.187 | 3-1/4 | 6 | 2 | 2.875 | 4.50 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 | 3.750 |
TWN-20-OPN | 1-1/4 | 2800 | 4.40 | 1.500 | 4 | 7-1/2 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 5.50 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 | 4.625 |
TWN-24-OPN | 1-1/2 | 3320 | 6.50 | 1.750 | 4-3/4 | 9 | 2-7/8 | 4.125 | 6.50 | 1-7/8 | 1/4 | 9/32 | 0.474 | 1-1/16 | 5.500 |
TWN-32-OPN | 2 | 4800 | 12.40 | 2.125 | 6 | 12 | 3-1/2 | 5.250 | 10.50 | 2-1/2 | 3/8 | 13/32 | 0.600 | 1-3/8 | 8.250 |
Twin Roller Pillow Block
Dimensions and Load Ratings for Metric Shafting
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Dynamic Load Rating |
Weight | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | J | K | L | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
mm. | lb. | lb. | ±0.003 | in. | in. | in. | ±0.005 | ±0.005 | in. | Bolt | Hole | in. | in. | in. | |
MTWN-16-OPN | 16 | 1000 | 1.00 | 0.877 | 2-1/2 | 4 | 1-13/32 | 2.125 | 3.00 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.270 | 3/8 | 2.125 |
MTWN-20-OPN | 20 | 1200 | 1.20 | 0.956 | 2-3/4 | 4-1/2 | 1-9/16 | 2.375 | 3.50 | 1-1/16 | #8 | 3/16 | 0.300 | 7/16 | 2.500 |
MTWN-25-OPN | 25 | 1910 | 2.30 | 1.179 | 3-1/4 | 6 | 2 | 2.875 | 4.50 | 1-3/8 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.360 | 11/16 | 3.750 |
MTWN-30-OPN | 30 | 2800 | 4.40 | 1.465 | 4 | 7-1/2 | 2-9/16 | 3.500 | 5.50 | 1-3/4 | #10 | 7/32 | 0.424 | 13/16 | 4.625 |
Shaft and Rail Systems
Shaft and Rail Systems
PBC Linear offers shaft and rail systems composed of world-class linear motion components in six standard configurations in four different sizes.
These systems also come with the option of carriage plates with or without mounted pillow blocks.

Support Block System
Support block systems are manufactured with Roller Pillow Block(s), 60 Plus® precision case hardened and ground shaft, and two steel support blocks.

Support Block System End View

Single Pillow Block System Part Number Prefix: S1S

Double Pillow Block System Part Number Prefix: S1D

Twin Pillow Block System Part Number Prefix: S1T
Technical Information
Typ Roller Pillow Block |
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Total Basic Dynamic Rating |
Number Roller Pillow Blocks |
>Number Support Blocks |
Number Hardened Shafts |
A | B | G | H | J | K | P | S |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | lb. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | |||||
Single | S1S08 | 0.50 | 800 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.00 | 2.00 | 1.63 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 0.63 | 5.50 | 5.25 |
Double | S1D08 | 0.50 | 1600 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.00 | 2.00 | 1.63 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 0.63 | 5.50 | 5.25 |
Twin | S1T08 | 0.50 | 800 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1.00 | 2.00 | 1.63 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 0.63 | 5.50 | 5.25 |
Single | S1S12 | 0.75 | 1200 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.25 | 2.75 | 2.13 | 2.937 | 4.50 | 0.75 | 7.50 | 7.25 |
Double | S1D12 | 0.75 | 2400 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.25 | 2.75 | 2.13 | 2.937 | 4.50 | 0.75 | 7.50 | 7.25 |
Twin | S1T12 | 0.75 | 1200 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1.25 | 2.75 | 2.13 | 2.937 | 4.50 | 0.75 | 7.50 | 7.25 |
Single | S1S16 | 1.00 | 1910 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.50 | 3.25 | 2.63 | 3.437 | 5.50 | 1.00 | 9.00 | 8.75 |
Double | S1D16 | 1.00 | 3820 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1.50 | 3.25 | 2.63 | 3.437 | 5.50 | 1.00 | 9.00 | 8.75 |
Twin | S1T16 | 1.00 | 1910 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1.50 | 3.25 | 2.63 | 3.437 | 5.50 | 1.00 | 9.00 | 8.75 |
Single | S1S24 | 1.50 | 3320 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2.00 | 4.75 | 3.50 | 5.000 | 8.00 | 1.25 | 13.00 | 12.75 |
Double | S1D24 | 1.50 | 6640 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2.00 | 4.75 | 3.50 | 5.000 | 8.00 | 1.25 | 13.00 | 12.75 |
Twin | S1T24 | 1.50 | 3320 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2.00 | 4.75 | 3.50 | 5.000 | 8.00 | 1.25 | 13.00 | 12.75 |
Support Rail Systems
Support Rail Systems
Support rail systems are manufactured with Roller Pillow Blocks and 60 Plus® precision case hardened and ground shaft that is mounted on a continuous aluminum support rail. To prevent the carriage from sliding off the shaft, end stops can be purchased.


End View

Single Pillow Block System
Part Number Prefix: S2S

Double Pillow Block
Part Number Prefix: S2D

Twin Pillow Block
Part Number Prefix: S2T
Technical Information
Typ Roller Pillow Block |
Part Number |
Shaft Diameter |
Total Basic Dynamic Rating |
Number Roller Pillow Blocks |
Number Continuous Support Rails |
Number Hardened Shafts |
A | H | J | P | S |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | lb. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | |||||
Single | S2S08 | 45659 | 800 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.125 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 5.5 | 4.75 |
Double | S2D08 | 45659 | 1600 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.125 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 5.5 | 4.75 |
Twin | S2T08 | 45659 | 800 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.125 | 2.187 | 3.25 | 5.5 | 4.75 |
Single | S2S12 | 45720 | 1200 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.5 | 2.937 | 4.5 | 7.5 | 6.25 |
Double | S2D12 | 45720 | 2400 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.5 | 2.937 | 4.5 | 7.5 | 6.25 |
Twin | S2T12 | 45720 | 1200 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.5 | 2.937 | 4.5 | 7.5 | 6.25 |
Single | S2S16 | 1 | 1910 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 | 3.437 | 5.5 | 9 | 7.63 |
Double | S2D16 | 1 | 3820 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 | 3.437 | 5.5 | 9 | 7.63 |
Twin | S2T16 | 1 | 1910 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.75 | 3.437 | 5.5 | 9 | 7.63 |
Single | S2S24 | 37257 | 3320 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2.5 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 11 |
Double | S2D24 | 37257 | 6640 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2.5 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 11 |
Twin | S2T24 | 37257 | 3320 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2.5 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 11 |
Accessories
Accessories & Options
To increase the performance of Roller Pillow Blocks the following options are offered.
Top Grease Option
Roller Pillow Block rollers are lubricated and sealed. In some applications it is desired to re-grease the main support roller. The top grease option can help achieve full bearing life in applications that reduce or contaminate the grease of the roller. Such conditions may exist in applications where solvents or contaminants leach out the grease through the vents in the seals, or where contaminants are so fine or extreme they must be purged out of the roller with fresh grease. The top grease option is also recommended when high speeds or high temperatures are present. The top grease option is available on pillow blocks that are 1-1/4" or larger. To order, add the suffix, “TG” after the pillow block model number.
Note: Shock, vibration, and moments may affect the life of the pillow block.

Floating Option
The only product on the market that addresses the non-parallel shafting problem is a Roller Pillow Block with the floating option. Also useful when trying to align long shafts, floating Roller Pillow Blocks should be used on one shaft with the standard pillow block on the other. Special grease is included for the grooves on top of each floating pillow block. During installation do not over-tighten the mounting bushings as this will cause them to bind. To order, add the prefix, “F-“ to the single, double, or twin Roller Pillow Block number.

Pillow Block Size | Floating Movement |
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8 | 1/16" |
10 | 1/16" |
12 | 1/16" |
16 | 3/32" |
20 | 1/8" |
24 | 1/8" |
32 | 5/32" |
48 | 3/16" |
64 | 3/16" |
Scraper Option
the top of the Roller Pillow Block shaft with the scraper option. Available only on specially machined pillow blocks, the scraper is mounted to each end of the bearing assembly to clean the shaft in either direction. Made from spring-tempered beryllium copper that conforms to the shaft diameter, the scraper will perform successfully after a short break in period. Scraper model is not available as a retrofit. To order this option, add the suffix “-S” after the pillow block model number.

Linear Carriage Lock
The linear carriage lock is a positive locking device for linear slides, carriages, and bearings.
The locks are:
- Self-centering
- Corrosion resistant
- Strong holding
- Contaminant resistant
- Easily mounted
- Maintenance-free


Part Number | Shaft Diameter | D | B | C | J | F | H | S |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | in. | |
LCL-08 | 1/2 | 0.92 | 2.00 | 1 | 0.22 | 0.81 | 0.69 | 0.26 |
LCL-12 | 3/4 | 1.25 | 2.75 | 1 | 0.22 | 0.81 | 0.94 | 0.26 |
LCL-16 | 1 | 1.6 | 3.25 | 1 | 0.27 | 0.81 | 1.18 | 0.26 |
LCL-24 | 1-1/2 | 2.29 | 4.75 | 1 | 0.40 | 0.81 | 1.75 | 0.26 |
LCL-32 | 2 | 2.85 | 6.00 | 1 | 0.50 | 1.25 | 2.13 | 0.50 |
Note: When ordering with a Roller Pillow Block that it will be mounted to, just add "-LCL" to the Roller Pillow Block part number (EX: SPB-12-OPN-LCL)
Pillow Block Rebuild Kits
The Roller Pillow Block rebuild kit contains all the parts required for a complete unit rebuild:
- One fixed side roller
- One eccentric side roller
- One top support roller
- One top roller axle
- One set screw
To rebuild a Double or Twin Roller Pillow Block, please order 2 kits.
All parts of a Roller Pillow Block should be replaced before re-installation.
Pillow Block Size | Shaft Diameter |
---|---|
FUBK08 | 1/2 |
FUBK12 | 3/4" |
FUBK16 | 1" |
FUBK20 | 1-1/4" |
FUBK24 | 1-1/2" |
FUBK32 | 2" |
FUBK48 | 3" |


Technical Information
Orientation & Cantilever Loads
When a linear motion system is subjected to a cantilever load or moment, the system designer must take into consideration these type of loads will greatly affect the performance of the system. Roller Pillow Blocks are not suitable for these types of applications because the moments will load the side rollers and cause premature failure. If the moments or cantilever loads are minor, loads may be acceptable. For this reason we ask that you consult the factory.





Determining Pillow Block Size & Model
To determine the proper size Roller Pillow Block for an application, refer to the chart using the worst-case load and the required travel life. Select the Roller Pillow Block above where the lines intersect. This should be suitable for anticipated travel life and loading.
Note: Shock, vibration, and moments may affect the life of the pillow block.
Note: Chart is rated at 10% accuracy. Figures are based on a safety factor of one.
Adjustments
Roller Pillow Blocks are factory set for Simplicity® 60 Plus® shafting. Adjustments can be made to the eccentric cam follower to either increase or decrease the shaft clearance.
Located on the same side of the Roller Pillow Block as the set screw, the eccentric cam follower is adjusted by using a stubby allen wrench while allowing a 0.002" feeler gauge to freely move between the shaft and the eccentric roller. The fixed side must remain in contact with the shaft. If care is taken not to overload the roller, then a slight pre-load is possible. Rollers should never be tightened to the point where they cannot move freely.

Turning a Curve
A single Roller Pillow Block has the ability to turn a curve or run on a non-linear system. The following table lists the minimum track radius that the single Roller Pillow Block can tolerate without additional alteration.

Pillow Block Size | Minimum Shaft Radius |
---|---|
8 | 6" |
10 | 12" |
12 | 14" |
16 | 18" |
20 | 36" |
24 | 40" |
32 | 44" |
48 | 52" |
Lubrication, Rails & Bearings
The rollers are internally lubricated for life, but the rails must always have a layer of grease. As a guideline, reapply fresh grease every 50,000 cycles.
Interchange
Cross Reference Guide
Below is a chart that cross-references our product with competitors.
For more assistance, please consult the factory.
Standard Linear Ball Bearings
PBC Linear | PBC Linear Sealed | Thomson | Thomson Sealed | INA | INA Sealed | NB Steel Retainer | NB Steel Retainer Sealed | NB Plast’c Retainer | NB Plast’c Retainer Sealed |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IP4G-0S | IP4G | A4812 | KBZ04 | KBZ04PP | SW4 | SW4UU | SW4G | SW4GUU | |
IP6G-0S | IP6G | A61014 | KBZ06 | KBZ06PP | SW6 | SW6UU | SW6G | SW6GUU | |
IP8G-0S | IP8G | A81420 | A81420DD | KBZ08 | KBZ08PP | SW8 | SW8UU | SW8G | SW8GUU |
IP10G-0S | IP10G | A101824 | KBZ10 | KBZ10PP | SW10 | SW10UU | SW10G | SW10GUU | |
IP12G-0S | IP12G | A122026 | A122026DD | KBZ12 | KBZ12PP | SW12 | SW12UU | SW12G | SW12GUU |
IP16G-0S | IP16G | A162536 | A162536DD | KBZ16 | KBZ16PP | SW16 | SW16UU | SW16G | SW16GUU |
IP20G-0S | IP20G | A203242 | KBZ20 | KBZ20PP | SW20 | SW20UU | SW20G | SW20GUU | |
IP24G-0S | IP24G | A243848 | KBZ24 | KBZ24PP | SW24 | SW24UU | SW24G | SW24GUU | |
IP32G-0S | IP32G | A324864 | KBZ32 | KBZ32PP | SW32 | SW32UU | SW32G | SW32GUU |
Open Type Linear Ball Bearings
PBC Linear | PBC Linear Sealed | Thomson | Thomson Sealed | INA | INA Sealed | NB Steel Retainer | NB Steel Retainer Sealed | NB Plast’c Retainer | NB Plast’c Retainer Sealed |
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IP8G-OP-0S | IP8G-OP | OPN81420 | OPN81420DD | KBZO8OP | KBZO8OPPP | SW8OP | SW8OPUU | SW8GOP | SW8GOPUU |
IP10G-OP-0S | IP10G-OP | OPN101824 | KBZ10OP | KBZ10OPPP | SW10OP | SW10OPUU | SW10GOP | SW10GOPUU | |
IP12G-OP-0S | IP12G-OP | OPN122026 | OPN122026DD | KBZ12OP | KBZ12OPPP | SW12OP | SW12OPUU | SW12GOP | SW12GOPUU |
IP16G-OP-0S | IP16G-OP | OPN162536 | OPN162536DD | KBZ16OP | KBZ16OPPP | SW16OP | SW16OPUU | SW16GOP | SW16GOPUU |
IP20G-OP-0S | IP20G-OP | OPN203242 | KBZ20OP | KBZ20OPPP | SW20OP | SW20OPUU | SW20GOP | SW20GOPUU | |
IP24G-OP-0S | IP24G-OP | OPN243848 | KBZ24OP | KBZ24OPPP | SW24OP | SW24OPUU | SW24GOP | SW24GOPUU | |
IP32G-OP-0S | IP32G-OP | OPN324864 | KBZ32OP | KBZ32OPPP | SW32OP | SW32OPUU | SW32GOP | SW32GOPUU |
High Load Self Aligning Linear Ball Bearings
PBC Linear | Thomson | INA | NB |
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IPS6 | SUPER6 | KX6PP | TW6UU |
IPS8 | SUPER8 | KX8PP | TW8UU |
IPS10 | SUPER10 | KX10PP | TW10UU |
IPS12 | SUPER12 | KX12PP | TW12UU |
IPS16 | SUPER16 | KX16PP | TW16UU |
IPS20 | SUPER20 | KX20PP | TW20UU |
IPS24 | SUPER24 | KX24PP | TW24UU |
IP8-OP | SUPER8OPN | KX08PP | TW8OPUU |
IP10-OP | SUPER10OPN | KXO10PP | TW10OPUU |
IP12-OP | SUPER12OPN | KXO12PP | TW12OPUU |
IP16-OP | SUPER16OPN | KXO16PP | TW16OPUU |
IP20-OP | SUPER20OPN | KXO20PP | TW20OPUU |
IP24-OP | SUPER24OPN | KXO24PP | TW24OPUU |
PBC Linear | Thomson | INA | NB |
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IPPS08-GL | SPB8UU | KGX8PP | TWA8UU |
IPPS10-GL | SPB10UU | KGX10PP | TWA10UU |
IPPS12-GL | SPB12UU | KGX12PP | TWA12UU |
IPPS16-GL | SPB16UU | KGX16PP | TWA16UU |
IPPS20-GL | SPB20UU | KGX20PP | TWA20UU |
IPPS24-GL | SPB24UU | KGX24PP | TWA24UU |
IPPNS08-GLP | SPB8OPN | KGXO8PP | TWD8UU |
IPPNS10-GLP | SPB10OPN | KGXO10PP | TWD10UU |
IPPNS12-GLP | SPB12OPN | KGXO12PP | TWD12UU |
IPPNS16-GLP | SPB16OPN | KGXO16PP | TWD16UU |
IPPNS20-GLP | SPB20OPN | KGXO20PP | TWD20UU |
IPPNS24-GLP | SPB24OPN | KGXO24PP | TWD24UU |
Check Out PBC Linear Configurators
Roller Pillow Block • Support Rail Assembly • Shafting
The PBC Linear configuration tools allow you to customize and configure linear components to exact specifications.
- Simple steps to configure and select product offerings
- Custom CAD file delivered in minutes
- Custom quote generated quickly and easily
Visit pbclinear.com/Configure-Price-Quote and start designing!
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Get Your Linear Motion Needs in One Stop
Shafting and Custom Machined Ends
Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum shafting with various available machined end options and either solid or pre-drilled and tapped. Shafting designed specifically for optimal bearing performance.
Precision-matched bearings and shafting provide:
- Lower costs
- Maximize life
- Improve overall performance
- Minimize downtime and replacement cost

Supports and Assemblies
- Shaft and rail assemblies
- Ceramic coated aluminum
- End support blocks
- Non-drilled or Pre-Drilled support rails
- Low support rails for tight spaces






Assemblies and Systems


