What is linear technology?

Linear technology refers to components like linear guides and actuators used to facilitate precise movement in industrial applications.

What types of products are available in linear technology?

Available products include linear guides, actuators, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems for various industrial needs.

Why choose ESD Equipment for linear technology?

ESD Equipment offers high-quality linear technology products designed for precision and reliability in industrial applications.

How do linear guides work?

Linear guides work by providing smooth, precise movement along a linear path, often using rolling elements to minimize friction.

What industries use linear technology?

Industries such as manufacturing, automation, and robotics use linear technology for accurate and efficient motion control.

What are the benefits of using pneumatic systems?

Pneumatic systems offer benefits like clean operation, ease of maintenance, and cost-effectiveness for motion control applications.

Can hydraulic systems be used in linear technology?

Yes, hydraulic systems can be used in linear technology for applications requiring high force and precise control.

Linear technology Bosch Rexroth

Industrial solutions

Bosch Rexroth linear technology covers the full spectrum of mechanical linear components: guide rails, ball bushings, linear axes, electromechanical cylinders, ball transfer units, plastic plain bearings, screw drives, and integrated measuring systems. The products follow a consistent modular system in which guide rails, carriages, shafts, and drive components can be combined. The range is complemented by a catalogue programme of over 33,000 articles for standard applications in automation and manufacturing technology.

Categories

Ball transfer units & tolerance ringsOmnidirectional load transfer, assembly mandrels 15-45 mm

Plastic plain bearingsMaintenance-free linear bearings, R132 series, various bore sizes

Electromechanical cylinders Bosch Rexroth

Electromechanical cylindersEMC series, compensation couplings for cylinder mounting

Linear axesAdapter connectors, energy chains, connection accessories for linear axis systems

Linear guidesRoller guides, ball rail systems, ball bushings, miniature guides

Screw drivesBall screw drives and trapezoidal screw drives for linear actuators

Integrated measuring systems Bosch Rexroth

Integrated measuring systemsPosition measurement integrated directly into the linear guide

Catalogue products linear technology Bosch Rexroth

Catalogue productsOver 33,000 articles: MPZ grippers, axis components and accessories

⚙ Modular system - rails, carriages, shafts, and drive components freely combinable

✓ Wide guidance range - roller guides, ball rail systems, ball bushings, miniature and high-precision versions

⚡ Electromechanical cylinders EMC - electric replacement for pneumatic cylinders, programmable stroke control

✦ Integrated measuring systems - position feedback without an external encoder, built directly into the guide

📦 Catalogue programme 33,000+ articles - standard items from stock, MPZ 20-30 grippers, axis components

Type	Rolling element	Key feature
Roller rail guides	Rollers	High load ratings, size 25-100
Ball rail systems BSHP	Balls	High precision, preload classes C0-C3
Ball bushing guides	Balls	Eline system, shaft guidance ø 10-50 mm
Cam roller guides	Rollers	For open profiles, high contamination resistance
Miniature ball rail systems	Balls	Compact, size 7-15 mm

Typical applications: Handling systems and gantry axes in automation, feed axes in CNC machining centres, transfer systems in assembly automation, metrology and testing machines with integrated position measurement, packaging machinery and printing presses, and special machines in the semiconductor and medical technology sectors.

✓ Authorised distributorBosch Rexroth linear technology

📦 33,000+ catalogue productsLinear guides, axes, accessories