Figure 1: MO-LM-010-0001, Linear Ball Bearing mounted on Linear Guide Shaft MO-LM-014-XXXX
When to lubricate:
Prior to the initial installation.
Linear bearings are coated with rust preventive oil for shipping and storage and must be properly lubricated upon assembly.
Once a year, or after every 100 km of travel—whichever comes first.
The lubrication interval is application-dependent. You may need to lubricate more frequently depending on the duty cycle, usage, and environment. If the
lubricant appears to be dispersed before this point or has become dry or crusted, the maintenance interval should be reduced.
Before lubrication:
Visually inspect the shafts and bearing seals for any accumulation of foreign matter.
Using a cloth with solvent, remove any contaminants and old lubricant that may still be in place on the shaft and linear bearing seals.
Cycle the linear bearing along the shaft several times. Wipe with a dry, lint-less cloth and perform the lubrication immediately after.
Lubrication Procedure:
All linear bearings come with standard straight grease fitting on one side (as shown below). We recommend injecting the grease through the grease fitting
using a grease gun equipped with a standard grease fitting dispensing tip.
In order to distribute the grease throughout the linear bearing elements, it is recommended that the bearing be run two to five times over its complete
operating stroke.
