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igus® linear guide systems are based on the principle "gliding instead of rolling"

Our lubrication-free linear systems travel in dry operation, which makes them maintenance-free and resistant to external influences. In addition, they run especially quietly thanks to the materials used and the special design involved. You can easily calculate the service life online in just a few steps.
Thanks to the personal choice of high-quality single parts, every linear system can be adapted to individual needs. Switching to a sliding system can reduce running operating costs and greatly improve technology, resulting in smooth operation and long service life.

Versatile and flexible linear systems

profile guides

drylin W profile guides

drylin® W

Dirt-resistant and tough

Easy assembly

Lightweight and quiet operation

Great variety of rails

 

More information on profile guides

Buy profile guides here

Low-profile guides

low profile guides

drylin® N

Low installation dimensions between 6mm and 12mm

Lightweight

Rails in silver or black anodised

Four rail widths from 17mm to 80mm

 

More information on low-profile guide systems

Buy low profile guides here

Rail guides

Rail guide systems

drylin® T

Fast alternative to ball guides

Identical connector and hole dimensions

Automatic clearance adjustment

High static load capacity

Adjustable bearing clearance

More information on rail guides

Buy rail guide systems here

Shaft guides

Round shaft guides

drylin® R

Compatible with standard ball bearings

Replaceable liners

Extremely wear-resistant

Robust and resistant to dirt
 

More information on shaft guides

Purchase shaft guides here

Square guides

Square linear guides

drylin® Q

For torque-resistant linear movement

Space-saving and lightweight

Infinitely adjustable bearing clearance

Robust and lubrication-free
 

More information on square linear guides

Buy square linear guides here

Telescopic rails

Telescopic rails

drylin® NT

Any stroke length up to 600mm

Can also be used in hygienic environments

Solid and lightweight

Lubrication-free and quiet
 

More information on telescopic rails

Buy telescopic rails here

Pre-load prism slides

Pre-load prism slide

drylin® pre-load prism slides

4 pre-load classes

Use also in hygienic environments

For bolted connections from below or via threaded pins
 

More information about pre-load prism slides

Buy prism slides here

Roller guides

Roller guide

drylin® roller guides

Cost-effective zinc die-cast housing

Up to 70% smoother operation

Easy & energy efficient adjustment

Lubrication-free and quiet
 

More information about roller guides

Buy roller guides here

Measuring systems

Measuring system NKV igus

drylin® NKV

Including scaling on the rail

Guaranteed holding forces from 1.3N to 11.7N

Solid and lightweight

Cost-effective, durable, practical
 

More information about the measuring system

Buy measuring system NKV here

For food and pharma

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  • For efficient cleaning processes
  • Hygienic design for all components
  • FDA/EU-compliant materials
  • 100% dispense with any kind of lubrication
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Curved linear guide

section_curved_linear-guide_ drylin® W curved
  • Variable profile directions 
  • Suitable linear carriages
  • Lubrication-free drylin® W carriages for curved rails
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econ series

econ series drylin® econ
  • Polymer carriage
  • Extremely lightweight components 
  • 100% lubrication-free and maintenance-free
  • Fast assembly
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Available from stock - the cost-effective alternative to recirculating ball bearings

dryway
With drylin® linear guides you stay on track, even in hot, cold or wet weather conditions. They are extremely dirt-resistant and durable, which makes them ideal for cleaning-intensive environments. drylin® is the clean, sliding alternative to recirculating ball bearings. No more exits, faster route to your destination ... follow us on the dryway®. 
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igus® study

banner We have carried out various tests on the coefficient of friction and the wear rate of our materials. Plain bearings and liners made from the materials iglidur® J and J4 were tested on various wooden shafts and compared with metal shafts. 
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Extremely compact

Extremely compact Lubrication-free and maintenance-free drylin miniature linear guides for small installation spaces. High-quality solutions for precise movements and adjustments in the tightest of spaces in small machines and devices.

 
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Linear technology samples

sample Experience performance and efficiency in your application - request your free samples today and be inspired by the future of linear motion. 

 
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New drylin® products

drylin® W series 06

WW-06-20-06 With its 100% lubrication-free and clean operation, quiet and smooth sliding movements as well as its robustness and durability in adverse environments, the drylin® W linear modular system is an optimal choice for numerous industries and applications. If a small installation space is important, installation size 06 is the right choice.

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drylin® econ carriage for curved rail

econ_carriage-for-curved-rail The econ polymer carriage for curved rail in installation size 0630 for adjustments in quarter, half, and full circles and for convex and concave curved guides. The carriage for curved rail is made of iglidur® eco P. Sustainable by reusing raw materials that have already been processed, and environmentally friendly because no additional lubricants are required. 

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New igus® products

For the Hannover Messe, we're really turning up the heat, as always. At the world's leading trade show for industry, we presented a large number of new products and services. This year you can look forward to a whopping 190 new products and additions to the product range!

Discover our new products from A to Z and experience our new digital services and solutions. Under the motto enjoyneering, these lead you to unleash your engineering power with play. Real innovations and digital revolutions from igus that are fun, bring benefits and increase success at work!
Find out more about enjoyneering
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Why choose drylin® linear systems?

Robust
Robust
drylin® linear guides can cope with high temperatures, strong vibrations and more
drylin® linear bearings are dirt-resistant
Resistant to dirt
drylin® linear guides can be deployed even in applications involving sand, chips, swarf and dust
drylin® linear bearings are corrosion-free
Corrosion-free
Corrosion-free and media-resistant for deployment under water
drylin® linear bearings are quiet
Quiet
Around 4 times quieter than equivalent linear bearings made of metal
drylin® linear bearings are light
Lightweight
Up to 75% lighter thanks to high-performance polymers
drylin® linear bearings are hygienic
Hygienic
All systems operate without external lubrication and are thus extremely clean

Selected linear system application examples

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Mobile stone wire saw

The use of a mobile stone wire saw drylin® linear technology and iglidur® plain bearings.
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Velolift

MAX Velolift

The MAX Velolift from Rad9 for assembly of bicycles with the drylin® W double rail and linear housing from igus®.
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Fiedler

Municipal vehicle

The municipal vehicle from Fiedler with the drylin® W double rail WS and drylin® W pillow block from igus®.
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SLIDE

The SLIDE from InGymNeering consists of the drylin® W profile guide and the drylin® W pillow block from igus®.
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sustainability

Sustainability

drylin® linear technology does not use a single drop of lubricating oil. In addition, our tribologically optimised materials produce less micro-abrasion than commercially available plastics. Longer service life also has a positive net effect on the environment.
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General information about drylin®

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