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LN-11GKL combines the supported-shaft opening with a longer bearing station for applications that need both rail clearance and added support length. This open-long block combines two decisions in one part: clearance for the support rail and a longer bearing station for added guidance.
The open-long housing solves structural and clearance questions, but the sliding interface remains governed by the LIN material data, including the 0.4 N/mm²·m/s PV limit. The source separates steady and short-term temperatures: -50…+90 °C continuous, with short excursions permitted to +120 °C.
Design Highlights


Technical Data
| Check | Source Data | Engineering Use |
|---|---|---|
| Series / form | LN-11GKL | open-long plastic pillow-block unit |
| Key drawing fields | order code / installed open-long bearing / shaft d / extended L / open housing geometry / h / W / H / mounting holes / C / Co / weight | Read the exact model row |
| Dry sliding coefficient | 0.05–0.15 against steel | Family material value |
| PV ceiling | 0.4 N/mm²·m/s | Combined pressure-speed limit |
| Material density | 1.48 g/cm³ | Published LIN material property |
| Temperature window | -50/+90 °C continuous; to +120 °C short | Check ambient and frictional heating |
| Source pages | 82–102 | Supplied linear-bearing catalogue |
Data boundary: The figures above are published family properties. Exact dimensions, housing fits and load values for LN-11GKL stay model specific and should come from the selected catalogue row.
Machine Integration
Open-long blocks fit long supported rails with higher guidance demands, combining a larger bearing span with clearance for the underlying support extrusion.
For LN-11GKL, corrosion resistance and lubricant-free travel can simplify machine housekeeping. The catalogue also notes that the LIN material can be cleaned with disinfecting solution, which is useful context for equipment where oil migration would be undesirable.
Model Choice
For GKL, check both the open rail clearance and the extended body length. A long supported-shaft carriage can bind if either the support or the second bearing station is misaligned.
After the geometry is identified, compare the real duty with the dry-running material limits. Record load, sliding speed, stroke, shaft finish and operating temperature in the RFQ so LN-11GKL is checked as a system rather than as a bore-size lookup.
Service Practice
Open-long blocks benefit from a staged alignment check: set the rail straight first, then tighten the long housing while monitoring free movement. This prevents the extended bearing from bridging misaligned supports.
This family does not depend on scheduled grease replenishment. Inspection should instead look for abnormal clearance, embedded abrasive particles, heat and uneven wear; those symptoms often point to shaft or alignment issues around the LN-11GKL installation.
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FAQ
What makes LN-11GKL different from a ball-type linear bearing?
Is LN-11GKL maintenance-free?
What thermal limit should be used for LN-11GKL?
Which dimensions should be sent for a LN-11GKL quote?
Request a Quote
Send the LN-11GKL model if known, shaft size, quantity, mounting dimensions and duty conditions to sales@netherlandsdrive.com. Ever Power Netherlands Branch will use the supplied catalogue family as the technical reference for selection.
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