Linear slides survive caustic washdown

A LM76 Linear Motion Bearings product story

Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Nov 18, 2005

FreeSlide linear slides were designed around a pharmaceutical application which required FDA/USDA compliance, easy adjustment and simple installation.

FreeSlide linear slides were designed around a pharmaceutical application which required FDA/USDA compliance, easy adjustment and simple installation.

Further, these linear slides are routinely cleaned using chlorine and water as a washdown solution to sanitise the system.

The open frame construction - with standoff base - allows for easy evacuation/purging of debris.

These linear slides feature a 300 series stainless steel hand crank knob, acme screw, an FDA/USDA compliant nut and FDA/USDA compliant journal bearings.

The slides Withstand washing with water, soap, bleach, chlorine and alcohol, without corroding components.

Units are ideal for light to moderate loads and speeds.