VOL.

New models are introduced!

Wide range of variations!

Linear Way L

CAT-57116 U.S. PATENTED

 Further evolution
"Miniature Type Linear Way" series meeting
the next-generation needs.
World-smallest size model with a track rail width of 2 mm
has been introduced!

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Linear Way L

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Very small size Linear Way realized by
Linear Way L is a miniature type linear motion rolling guide, incorporating two rows of
steel balls arranged in four-point contact with the raceways. Owning to its simple design, it
provides stable accuracy and rigidity even in operations under fluctuating loads with
changing direction and magnitude or complex loads.
The standard products are made of stainless steel, and a wide range of variations in
shapes and sizes are available for selection suitable for each application.
Linear Way L is widely used in such fields as medical equipment, semiconductor
manufacturing equipment, and liquid crystal related equipment, where its excellent
performance has been proved.

Four-point contact structure

Track rail
Slide unit
Casing

Steel ball

Ball retaining band

End plate
U.S. PATENT No. 5,435,649
End seal No. 5,289,779
No. 5,250,126
Grease nipple No. 4,652,147
No. 4,505,522
No. 4,390,215
No. 6,176,617
No. 6,082,899
Structure of Linear Way L No. 5,967,667

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adopting a two-row simple structure
High accuracy achieved by eliminating
Miniature size the number of potential errors
The smallest size models, Linear Way LWL 2 (track rail The simple two-row, four-point contact design minimizes the
width: 2 mm) and Linear Way LWLF 4 (wide rail type) number of potential errors in manufacturing and
have been newly added to the series. These models will measurement, so the highest level of dimensional accuracy
contribute to further reduction in size and weight and between rows can be achieved. Interchangeable
improvement in performance of equipment. specification products of high-interchangeability level can be
manufactured benefiting from this feature by rigorous control
of the dimensional accuracy of individual slide units and
track rails.

Track rail width

2mm

Smallest size model Linear Way L Track rail Slide unit

LWL2 (life-size photo)
Raceway accuracy measurement

Stainless steel series with excellent

corrosion resistance Abundant variations
Stainless steel series Linear Way L has excellent corrosion Two types with different section shapes, the standard type
resistance and is most suitable for machines and equipment and the wide rail type, are available. In each of these types,
used in clean rooms and environments, for example, three types with different lengths are also provided. The
medical equipment, disk read devices, and semiconductor wide rail type can support a large moment load acting
manufacturing equipment. around the axial direction, and is suitable for single row rail
arrangement.
In addition to the standard specification track rail which is
fixed by inserting bolts downward in the mounting holes,
Ball retained type realized the tapped rail specification track rail that has tapped screw
in miniature series holes is available, so an optimum mounting direction can
The slide unit of ball retained type incorporates ball be selected, giving more freedom in machine design.
retaining bands, which prevent steel balls from dropping
when the slide unit is separated from the track rail. So
mounting on machines and equipment can be made Slide unit shapes
easily.

Standard type Wide rail type

Casing
Track rail specifications

Steel ball Ball retaining band

Steel balls are not retained in the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models. Standard specification Tapped rail specification

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 Stainless Steel Series for Special Environment
Stainless steel series Linear Way L, which is more resistant to corrosion than the high carbon steel models, is most
suitable for applications in clean rooms and in places where the use of rust preventive oil must be limited or avoided
because any oily content is inimical to the environment. Product specifications most suitable for the needs in diversified
special environment applications can be provided by combining various special specifications.

Stainless steel end plate Low-dust-generation grease CG2

for clean environment
By replacing the standard synthetic resin end plates with When Linear Way L is used in a clean environment, pollution
stainless steel end plates, Linear Way L can be used in a of the clean environment by scattered grease must be
vacuum environment and its heat resistance can be avoided.
improved as well. When ordering, indicate this specification The low-dust-generation grease for clean environment, which
in combination with the specification of "with no end seals" contains the urea base thickener and synthetic base oil,
(supplemental code "/N") or the specification of "with seals keeps the environmental pollution in clean rooms to the
for special environment" (supplemental code "/RE"). lowest level.

<Identification number> TG120/CG2 (Tube type: Net 120 g)

<Identification number> MG10/CG2 (Miniature greaser type: Net 10 g)

Interchangeable Products, Three Features of Interchangeability

The track rails and the slide units of interchangeable specification Linear Way L can be handled separately and
can be assembled to make a set as required. Interchangeability of incomparable high level has been achieved
through rigorous dimensional control of the slides units and the track rails on the basis of the original advanced
manufacturing technology of .

Interchangeable slide unit Interchangeable with high accuracy

Three types of slide units with different lengths are prepared. Two accuracy classes, high class and precision class, are
All of these slide units can be freely mounted on the same prepared as accuracy classes to satisfy the requirement for
track rail. high running accuracy. Height variation among multiple sets
It is also possible to combine a slide unit and track rail of is also controlled at a
different materials, for example, a high carbon steel slide unit high accuracy level, C
and stainless steel track rail can be combined. ensuring that these
products can be used
for parallel track rail
H

Short
arrangement.

Standard A N
D B

High-rigidity long

Stainless
Interchangeable with preload
steel
track rail High accuracy dimensional control owing to a simple structure
has made it possible to realize the interchangeability among
High carbon preloaded slide units. These products can be used for
steel applications requiring one step higher rigidity.
track rail

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 Various Types for Diversified Application Needs

Track rail specification Length of slide unit

Shape
Standard specification Tapped rail specification Short Standard High-rigidity long

Standard
type

LWL…B LWL…N LWLC LWL LWLG

Wide rail
type

LWLF…B LWLF…N LWLFC LWLF LWLFG

Abundant Series and Size variations

Shape Material Length of Track rail Model code Size

slide unit specification

Standard specification LWLC …B ー ー 5 7 9 12 15 20 25

Short
LWLC …N(1)(2)
Tapped rail specification ー 3 5 7 9 ー ー ー ー

Stainless Standard specification LWL …B ー ー 5 7 9 12 15 20 25

Standard
Standard steel made
type
Tapped rail specification LWL …N(1)(2) 2 3 5 7 9 ー ー ー ー
Standard specification LWLG …B ー ー ー 7 9 12 15 20 25
High-rigidity long
Tapped rail specification LWLG …N ー ー ー 7 9 ー ー ー ー
High carbon
steel made Standard Standard specification LWL …BCS ー ー ー ー 9 12 15 20 ー

Standard specification LWLFC …B(1)(3) ー 6 10 14 18 24 30 42

Short
Tapped rail specification LWLFC …N(1) ー 6 10 14 18 ー ー ー

Stainless Standard specification LWLF …B(1)(3) 4 6 10 14 18 24 30 42

steel made Standard
Wide rail Tapped rail specification LWLF …N(1) ー 6 10 14 18 ー ー ー
type
Standard specification LWLFG …B ー ー ー 14 18 24 30 42
High-rigidity long
Tapped rail specification LWLFG …N ー ー ー 14 18 ー ー ー
High carbon
steel made Standard Standard specification LWLF …BCS ー ー ー ー 18 24 30 42
Note(1) : Steel balls are not retained in the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models.
(2) : The track rails of size 2 and 3 models are tapped rails, but "N" is not attached to their model codes.
(3) : For the size 4 and 6 models, "B" is not attached to their model codes.
Remark : Interchangeable specification products are available in the sizes indicated in .

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Identification Number
The specification of Linear Way L is indicated by the
identification number, which consists of a model code, a size,
a part code, a material symbol, a preload symbol, a
classification symbol, an interchangeable code, and any
supplemental codes.

Interchangeable specification

Slide unit LWL C 12 C1 B T1 P S1 /U

Track rail LWL 12 R200 B S1

Assembled set LWL C 12 C1 R200 B T1 P S1 /U

Non-interchangeable specification

Assembled set LWL C 12 C1 R200 B T1 P /U

1 Series

Model
2 Length of slide unit code

3 Structure

4 Size of rolling guide Size

5 Number of slide units

Part code

6 Length of track rail

Material
7 Material symbol

Preload
8 Preload amount symbol

Classification
9 Accuracy class symbol

Interchangeable
10 Interchangeable code

Supplemental
11 Special specification code

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 Standard type ： LWL For applicable models and sizes,
1 Series Wide rail type ： LWLF see Table 1.

Short ：C
For applicable models and sizes,
2 Length of slide unit Standard ： No symbol
see Table 1.
High-rigidity long ：G

Ball non-retained type (sizes 2, 3, 4, and 6) ： No symbol

For applicable models and sizes,
3 Structure Ball retained type (except sizes 2, 3, 4, and 6) ： B
see Table 1.
Tapped rail specification ：N

For applicable models and sizes,

4 Size of rolling guide see Table 1.

Table 1 Models and sizes of Linear Way L

Size
Material Model
2 3 5 7 9 12 15 20 25
LWLC − ○(1)(2) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
LWL
Stainless steel made LWL ○(1)(2) ○(1)(2) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
LWLG − − − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
High carbon steel made LWL … CS − − − − ○ ○ ○ ○ −
Size
Material Model
4 6 10 14 18 24 30 42
LWLFC − ○(1) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
LWLF
Stainless steel made LWLF ○(1) ○(1) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
LWLFG − − − ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
High carbon steel made LWLF … CS − − − − ○ ○ ○ ○
Note(1): In the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models, steel balls are not retained. Interchangeable specification is not applicable to these models.
(2): The track rails of the size 2 and 3 models are of the tapped rail specification, but "N" is not attached to the model code. The standard specification track rail is not available.
Remark: For the models indicated in , the tapped rail specification "N" is applicable. For Linear Way L of tapped rail specification, the interchangeable specification is not
applicable.

Assembled set For an assembled set, the number of slide units

：C○
5 Number of slide units Slide unit ： C1
assembled on one track rail is indicated. For a single
slide unit, only "C1" can be indicated.

Assembled set The length of track rail is indicated in mm. For standard
：R○
6 Length of track rail Track rail ：R○
and maximum lengths, see Table 17 on pages 17 and
18.

Stainless steel made ： No symbol

7 Material High carbon steel made ： CS
For applicable models and sizes, see Table 1.

Clearance ： T0 Specify this item for an assembled set or a slide unit.

Note that the preload amount that can be specified
8 Preload amount Standard preload ： No symbol
differs depending on the model and size. For details of
Light preload ： T1 preload amount, see Table 3 on page 9.

Specify this item for an assembled set or a single slide

High class ：H unit. The track rails of interchangeable specification are
9 Accuracy class Precision class ：P not classified by the classification symbol. For details
of accuracy classes, see Table 2 on page 9.

Specify this item for the interchangeable specification

S1 specification ： S1 products. Assemble track rails and slide units with the
10 Interchangeable code S2 specification ： S2 same interchangeable code. Performance and
accuracy of "S1" group and "S2" group are the same.

/A, /BS, /D, /E, /Ⅰ, /LR, /N, For applicable special specifications, see Table 4 on
11 Special specification /Q, /RE, /U, /W ○, /Y ○ page 10.

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Accuracy Preload
The accuracy of Linear Way L is shown in Table 2. The average amount of preload for Linear Way L is shown in
Table 3.
Table 2 Accuracy Table 3 Preload amount
Item
Preload
C Symbol amount Application
Preload (N)
type
Clearance(1) T0 0（4） ・Very smooth motion
H

Standard(2) (No symbol) 0（5） ・Smooth and precise motion

N ・Minimum vibration
A Light T1 0.02C 0
preload(3) ・Load is equally balanced.
D B ・Smooth and precise motion
unit: mm Note(1): Applicable to the non-interchangeable specification.
Classification (2): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models.
High Precision (3): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 10 models.
(Symbol)
(H) (P) (4): Zero or minimal amount of clearance
Item
(5): Zero or minimal amount of preload
Dim. H tolerance ± 0.020 ± 0.010 Remark: C 0 means the basic static load rating.
Dim. N tolerance ± 0.025 ± 0.015
Dim. variation of H (1) 0.015 0.007
Dim. variation of N (1) 0.020 0.010
Dim. variation of H for multiple assembled sets (2) 0.030 0.020

Parallelism in operation See Fig. 1

of C to A

Parallelism in operation
of D to B See Fig. 1

Note(1): It means the size variation between slide units mounted on the
same track rail.
Note(2): It applies to the interchangeable specification products.

30
Parallelism μ m

20

10

0
0 500 1000 1500 2000
Length of track rail L mm
Interchangeable specification

30

H ）
h（
Hig
Parallelism μ m

20

10 P）
ision（
Prec

0
0 500 1000 1500 2000
Length of track rail L mm
Non-interchangeable specification
Fig.1 Parallelism in operation

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Special specifications
Linear Way L of the special specifications shown in Table 4 When a combination of several special specifications is
are available. required (See Table 5.), arrange their supplemental codes in
When a special specification is required, add the applicable alphabetical order.
supplemental code to the end of the identification number.

Table 4 Special specifications for Linear Way L

Interchangeable specification Non-
Special specification Supplemental interchangeable
code Slide unit Track rail Assembled set specification
Butt-jointing track rail /A ― ― ― ○(1)(2)(3)
Stainless steel end plates /BS ― ― ― ○(4)
Opposite reference surfaces arrangement /D ― ― ○ ○
Specified track rail mounting hole positions /E ― ○ ○ ○
Inspection sheet /Ⅰ ― ― ― ○
Black chrome surface treatment (track rail) /LR ― ― ― ○(2)(5)
No end seal /N ○ ― ○ ○(3)
Capillary plate /Q ○ ― ○ ○(3)
Seal for special environment /RE ― ― ― ○(4)
Track rail with stopper pins /S ― ― ― ○(3)
Under seals /U ○(6) ― ○(6) ○(6)
Matched sets to be used as an assembled group /W ○ ― ― ― ○
Specified grease /Y ○ ― ― ― ○
Note(1): Not applicable to the high carbon steel specification.
(2): Not applicable to the tapped rail specification.
(3): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models.
(4): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, 6, and 25 models.
(5): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 10 models.
(6): Not applicable to the size 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 14 models.

Table 5 Combination of special specifications

BS ○
D ○ ○
E ― ○ ―
Ⅰ ○ ○ ○ ○
LR ― ○ ○ ○ ○
N ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Q ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
RE ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ― ○
S ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
U ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ― ○ ― ○
W ○ ○ ○ ― ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
Y ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ― ○ ○ ○ ○
A BS D E Ⅰ LR N Q RE S U W
Remark: The specifications marked ○ in this table can be combined.

Butt-jointing track rails /A Opposite reference surfaces arrangement /D

Reference mounting surface of slide unit

4-A1 4-A1 4-A2 4-A2

4-B1 4-B1 4-B2 4-B2

When the required length of stainless steel non-interchangeable

Reference mounting
specification track rail exceeds the maximum length shown in Table surface of track rail
17, two or more track rails can be used by butt-jointing them in the
The reference mounting surface of track rail is made opposite to the
direction of linear motion. For the length and the number of butt-
standard side. The accuracy of dimension N including parallelism in
jointing track rails, consult for further information.
operation is the same with that of standard specification.

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
10
1mm=0.03937inch
 With stainless steel end plates /BS
The standard synthetic resin end plates are replaced with stainless steel end plates, keeping the total length of the slide unit unchanged. When superior heat resistance is required, it is
recommended to apply this specification in combination with the "with seal for special environment (supplemental code /RE)" or "with no end seal (supplemental code /N)" specification.

Specified track rail mounting hole positions /E Inspection sheet /Ⅰ

The inspection sheet recording dimensions H and N, dimensional variations of H
and N, and parallelism in operation of the slide unit is attached to each set.

E mark Black chrome surface treatment /LR

After a black permeable chrome film is formed on the track rail by
treatment, acrylic resin is coated to improve the corrosion resistance.
The mounting hole positions of track rail can be specified by
specifying dimension E at the left end, which is the distance from the
mounting hole nearest to the left end of the track rail to the left end
face of the track rail in sight of mark on the slide unit.
No end seal /N
End pressure plate
When ordering, add the dimension (in mm) after "/E".
Dimension E can be specified in a limited range. Consult for
further information.

Capillary plate /Q
End seals at both ends of slide unit are replaced with end pressure
Capillary plate
plates that are not in contact with the track rail to reduce frictional
resistance. The under seals are not assembled.
This specification is not effective for dust protection.

Seal for special environment /RE

The standard end seals are changed into seals for special
The capillary plate is assembled inside the end seal of the slide unit.
environment that can be used at high temperature.
It is impregnated with lubricant so that the re-lubrication interval can
be made longer. For the total length of the slide unit with capillary
plates see Table 6.
With under seals /U

Track rail with stopper pins /S

Stopper pin

Under seal Under seal

To prevent foreign substances from intruding from the lower side of

Linear Way, seals are provided on the bottom faces of slide unit. For
To prevent the slide unit of Linear Way L from slipping off, stopper size H 1, see Table 8.
pins are provided at both ends of the track rail. For dimensions of the
track rail with stopper pins, see Table 7.
Matched sets to be used as an assembled group /W

Specified grease /YCG /YBR /YNG

H

The type of prepacked grease in the slide unit can be changed by a

Set a Set b
supplemental code. The size 2 and 4 models are not applicable /YCG
and /YBR specifications. For two or more sets of Linear Way L used on the same plane, the dimensional
1 /YCG low-dust-generation grease for clean environment variation of H of Linear Way L is kept within the specified range.
CG2 is prepacked. The dimensional variation of dimension H in matched sets is the same as that in a
2 /YBR MOLYCOTE BR2 Plus Grease (Dow Corning) is prepacked. single set.
3 /YNG No grease is prepacked. When ordering, indicate the number of sets, which is always represented by the
number of track rails, after "/W".

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Table 6 Dimensions of slide unit with capillary plates Table 7 Dimensions of track rail with stopper pins
(Supplemental code: /Q) (Supplemental code /S)

(L4)
a
Capillary plate (L1) Capillary plate

b
c

unit: mm unit: mm

Model number L1 L4 Model number L1 L4 Model a b c Model a b c

number number

LWLC 5 … B 22 LWLFC 10 … B 26.5 LWL 5 … B 2 2 1.6 LWLF 10 … B 2 1.6

― ―
LWL 5…B 25 LWLF 10 … B 30.5
LWL 7 … B 2.5 LWLF 14 … B
LWLC 7 … B 27 LWLFC 14 … B 30.5
LWL 7…B 31.5 ― LWLF 14 … B 39.5 ― LWL 9 … B LWLF 18 … B 3
3 2.5 .0
LWLG 7 … B 39 LWLFG 14 … B 50
LWL 12 … B 2.5 LWLF 24 … B 2
LWLC 9 … B 30 LWLFC 18 … B 34.5 2.0
LWL 15 … B 4 LWLF 30 … B 4
LWL 9…B 39 ― LWLF 18 … B 47 ―
LWLG 9 … B 49 LWLFG 18 … B 58.5 LWL 20 … B LWLF 42 … B 5
5
LWLC 12 … B 33 LWLFC 24 … B 38.5 3.5
LWL 25 … B
LWL 12 … B 42 ― LWLF 24 … B 52 ―
52 67 Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
LWLG 12 … B LWLFG 24 … B
applicable to all models of the same size. This table is not
LWLC 15 … B 42 46 LWLFC 30 … B 45.5 50 applicable to the interchangeable specification.
LWL 15 … B 52 57 LWLF 30 … B 60 64
LWLG 15 … B 67 72 LWLFG 30 … B 78.5 83

LWLC 20 … B 48 52 LWLFC 42 … B 51.5 56

Table 8 Dimension H 1 of slide unit with under seals
LWL 20 … B 60 65 LWLF 42 … B 65 70
(Supplemental code /U)
LWLG 20 … B 78 82 LWLFG 42 … B 84.5 89

LWLC 25 … B 63.5 74
LWL 25 … B 87.5 98
LWLG 25 … B 107.5 118
H1

Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is

applicable to all models of the same size.

unit: mm

Model number H1 Model number H1

LWL 9 … B 1 LWLF 18 … B

LWL 12 … B 2 LWLF 24 … B 2

LWL 15 … B 3 LWLF 30 … B

LWL 20 … B 4 LWLF 42 … B 3

LWL 25 … B 5(1)

Note(1): This dimension is the same as that without under seals.

Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
applicable to all models of the same size.

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
12
1mm=0.03937inch
Load Rating and Life

Basic dynamic load rating C

The basic dynamic load rating is defined as the constant load Upward
load
in both direction and magnitude under which a group of
identical Linear Ways are individually operated and 90% of Downward
those in the group can travel 50 x 10 3 meters free from load
material damage due to rolling contact fatigue.

Basic static load rating C0

The basic static load rating is defined as the static load that Lateral load
gives a prescribed constant contact stress at the center of the
contact area between the rolling element and raceway
receiving the maximum load. It is the allowable limit load that
permits normal rolling motion. Generally, the basic static load
rating is used in combination with the static safety factor.

Static moment rating T0, TX, TY Fig. 2 Load direction

The static moment rating is defined as the static moment load

that gives a prescribed constant contact stress at the center Table 9 Load ratings corrected for the load direction
of the contact area between the rolling element and raceway Load direction Upward/downward
direction Lateral direction
receiving the maximum load when a moment (See Fig. 3.) is
loaded. It is the allowable limit moment that permits normal Basic Basic Basic Basic
dynamic static dynamic static
rolling motion. Generally, the static moment rating is used in Size load rating load load rating load
combination with the static safety factor. 2, 3, 4, 6 C C0 1.13C 1.19C 0

Other than 2, 3, 4, 6 C C0 0.88C 0.84C 0

Load direction and load rating

Since the load ratings of Linear Way L given in the table of basic dynamic load ratings and basic static load ratings are
dimensions are for upward/downward load, they must be shown in Table 9.
corrected for the load direction for lateral load. The corrected

T0 TX TY

Fig. 3 Direction of static moment rating

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 Lubrication

Life Lithium-soap base grease (MULTEMP PS No.2 (KYODO

YUSHI)) is pre-packed in Linear Way L. However, as the
The rating life of Linear Way L can be calculated by the quality of any grease will gradually deteriorate as operating
following formula. time passes, periodic relubrication is necessary. The
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relubrication interval varies depending on the operating
C
（ P ）…………………………………………………（1）
L ＝ 50 conditions of the rolling guides. A six month interval is
generally recommended, and, if the machine operation
where, L ： Rating life, 103m consists of reciprocating motions with many cycles and long
C ： Basic dynamic load rating, N strokes, relubrication every three months is recommended.
P ： Applied load, N Linear Way L is provided with an oil hole shown in Table 12 or
Accordingly, when the stroke length and the number of a grease nipple shown in Table 13. The size 2, 3, 4, and 6
strokes per minute are given, the life in hours can be models are not provided with an oil hole. For lubrication of
calculated from the following formula. these models, apply grease directly to the raceways of the
track rail. Supply nozzles matching the size of grease nipples
106L and special grease injectors (miniature greaser) matching the
Lh ＝ ……………………………………………
（2）
2Sn 1 × 60
size of oil holes are available. For these parts for lubrication,
consult for further information.
where, L h ： Rating life in hours, h The capillary plate of special specification (supplemental
S ： Stroke length, mm code "/Q") can be used to extend the relubrication interval
n 1 ： Number of strokes per minute, cpm and greatly reduce the maintenance work including grease-
replenishment.
Static safety factor
Table 12 Oil hole
The static safety factor of Linear Way L can be calculated by
the following formula. Casing

d1
C0
f s ＝  ………………………………………………………（3）

d2
P0
End plate
where, f s ： Static safety factor Rubber part of end seal
C 0 ： Basic static load rating, N End seal
P 0 ： Applied load (maximum load), N unit: mm
Oil hole size
Table 10 Static safety factor Identification number
d1 d2
LWL 5 … B LWLF 10 … B 1.1
Operating conditions fS LWL 7 … B LWLF 14 … B 1.2
0.5
LWL 9 … B LWLF 18 … B 1.5
Operation with vibration and/or shocks 3 ∼5 LWL 12 … B LWLF 24 … B 2
Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
High operating performance 2 ∼4 applicable to all models of the same size.
Normal operation 1 ∼3
Table 13 Grease nipple unit: mm

Identification number Type Dimensions and shape

Load factor
R3

Due to vibration and/or shocks during machine operation, the

4.2 4.5

actual load on each rolling guide becomes greater in many LWL 15 … B LWLF 30 … B Width across
A-M3
cases than the theoretically calculated load. The applied load LWL 20 … B LWLF 42 … B flats 4
is generally calculated by multiplying the theoretically M3
calculated load by the load factor indicated in Table 11.
.5°
67
Table 11 Load factor 2.1 6

Operating conditions fW LWL 25 … B ― B-M4

.1

6 10
.7
φ5
φ3

Width across
Smooth operation free from vibration and/or shocks 1 ∼ 1.2 flats 6
M4
Normal operation 1.2 ∼ 1.5
Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
Operation with vibration and/or shocks 1.5 ∼ 3
applicable to all models of the same size.

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
14
1mm=0.03937inch
Precautions for Use
1 Mounting surface, reference mounting surface, and 4 Corner radius and shoulder height of reference
general mounting structure mounting surfaces
To mount Linear Way L, correctly fit the reference mounting It is recommended to make a relieved fillet at the corner of
surfaces B and D of the slide unit and the track rail to the the mating reference mounting surfaces as shown in Fig. 4.
reference mounting surfaces of the table and the bed, and Table 14 shows recommended shoulder heights of the mating
then fix them tightly. (See Fig. 4.) reference mounting surfaces.
The reference mounting surfaces B and D and mounting
surfaces A and C of Linear Way L are accurately finished by Table 14 Shoulder heights of the mating reference mounting surfaces
grinding. Stable and high accuracy linear motion can be
obtained by finishing the mating mounting surfaces of
machines or equipment with high accuracy and correctly
mounting the guide on these surfaces.

h1
The slide unit reference mounting surface is always the side
surface opposite to the mark. The track rail reference

h2
mounting surface is identified by locating the mark on
the top surface of the track rail. The track rail reference
mounting surface is the side surface above the mark Slide unit Track rail
(in the direction of the arrow). (See Fig. 5.)
unit: mm

Slide unit Track rail (1)

D Model number shoulder height shoulder height
h1 h2

C LWL 2 − 1 0.5
LWL 3 LWLF 4 1.2 0.8

− LWLF 6 1.5 0.8

LWL 5…B − 2 0.8
− LWLF 10 … B 2 1.2

LWL 7…B LWLF 14 … B 2.5 1.2

LWL 9…B − 3 1.5
A
− LWLF 18 … B 3 2.5
B
LWL 12 … B LWLF 24 … B 4 2.5
Fig. 4 Reference mounting surfaces and general mounting structure − 4.5 2.5
LWLF 30 … B
LWL 15 … B − 4.5 3
Reference
Track rail Slide unit mounting − LWLF 42 … B 5 3
surface
D B LWL 20 … B − 5 4
LWL 25 … B − 6.5 4
Note(1):For "with under seals" (supplemental code "/U"), it is
recommended to use a value obtained by subtracting 1 mm from
the value shown in the table. However, for "with under seals" of
the size 9 models, 0.8 mm is recommended.
Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
applicable to all models of the same size.
mark mark

5 Multiple slide units mounted in close distance

Fig. 5 Reference mounting surfaces
When using multiple slide units in close distance to each
2 Mounting bolts of the slide unit other, actual load may be greater than the calculated load
For the size 2, 3, 4, and 6 models, the female threads for depending on the mounting accuracy of the slide units on the
mounting the slide unit are through thread holes. If the fixing mounting surfaces and the reference mounting surfaces of
depth of the mounting bolts is too long, the bolts will interfere the machine. It is suggested in such cases to assume a
with the track rail, resulting in poor traveling accuracy and greater load than the calculated load.
short life. The fixing depth of the mounting bolts should be 6 Operating temperature
kept within the values shown in the table of dimensions. The maximum operating temperature is 120。 C and a
3 Mounting bolts of the track rail continuous operation is possible at temperatures up to 100。 C.
For the tapped rail specification models, mounting bolts for When the temperature exceeds 100。 C, consult .
track rail are not attached. Prepare bolts with a fixing depth For the "with capillary plate" (supplemental code "/Q") of
not exceeding the length H4 in the table of dimensions. special specification, operate Linear Way L below 80。 C.

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Mounting
1 When mounting multiple sets at the same time 3 Cleaning of mounting surfaces
In the case of interchangeable specification Linear Way L, When mounting Linear Way L, remove burrs and blemishes
assemble a slide unit and a track rail with the same from the mounting surfaces and reference mounting surfaces
interchangeable code ("S1" or "S2"). of machines and equipment and wipe off the rust preventive
In the case of non-interchangeable specification Linear Way oil and foreign substances with clean cloth.
L, use an assembly of slide unit and track rail as delivered
without changing the combination.
In the case of matched sets to be used as an assembled
group, special specification products of matched sets
(supplemental code "/W") are delivered as a group in which
dimensional variations are specially controlled. Mount them
without mixing with the sets of another group.
2 Assembling a slide unit and a track unit
When assembling Linear Way L, correctly fit the grooves of
the slide unit mounted on a dummy rail (steel ball holder) to
the grooves of the track rail, and them move the slide unit
gently in parallel direction.
Steel balls are retained in Linear Way L Ball Retained type
(except sizes 2, 3, 4, and 6), so the slide unit can be Fig. 6 Cleaning of mounting surfaces
separated freely from the track rail. However, the slide unit
can be assembled on the track rail much easier by using the
dummy rail (steel ball holder). 4 Tightening torque of mounting bolts
In Linear Way L Non-Ball Retained type (sizes 2, 3, 4, and 6), The standard torque values for mounting Linear Way L on the
steel balls are not retained. When separating the slide unit mating steel made member are shown in Table 16. When
from the track rail, a dummy rail (steel ball holder) should be machines or equipment are subjected to severe vibration,
used. shock, large fluctuating load, or moment load, the bolts
The slide unit of Linear Way L of interchangeable should be tightened with a torque 1.2 to 1.5 times higher than
specification is already assembled on a dummy rail (steel ball the standard torque values shown. When the mating member
holder). The steel ball holder is appended as an accessory to material is cast iron or aluminum, tightening torque should be
models shown in Table 15. The steel ball holders for other lowered in accordance with the strength characteristics of the
models are also available. If required, consult for material.
further information.

Table 15 Models to which a steel ball holder is appended Table 16 Tightening torque of mounting bolts
Tightening torque N-m
Standard type Wide rail type
Bolt size
Stainless steel bolt Carbon steel bolt
(Property division A2-70) (Strength division 12.9)
LWLG1 2 LWLFFC 4
M1 × 0.25 0.04 −
LWLC1 3 LWLFC 16
LWLG1 3 LWLFC 16 M1.4 × 0.3 0.1 −

LWLC1 5 … B LWLFC 10 … B M1.6 × 0.35 0.15 −

LWLG1 5 … B LWLFC 10 … B
M2 × 0.4 0.31 −
LWLC1 7 … B LWLFC 14 … B
M2.5 × 0.45 0.62 −
LWLG1 7 … B LWLFC 14 … B
LWLG1 7 … B LWLFG 14 … B 1.1
M3 × 0.5 1.2
LWLC1 9 … B LWLFC 18 … B
M4 × 0.7 2.5 2.8
LWLG1 9 … B LWLFC 18 … B
LWLG 19 … B LWLFG 18 … B 5.0
M5 × 0.8 5.6
LWLG 12 … B LWLFG 24 … B
M6 × 1.0 8.5 −
LWLG 15 … B LWLFG 30 … B

LWLG 20 … B LWLFG 42 … B

LWLG 25 … B −
Remark: The above table shows representative model numbers but is
applicable to all models of the same size.

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
16
1mm=0.03937inch
Track Rail Length
Standard and maximum lengths of track rails are shown in the identification number.
Table 17. Track rails in any length are also available. Simply E dimensions at both ends are the same unless otherwise
indicate the necessary length of track rail in mm in the specified. To change these dimensions, specify the specified
identification number. rail mounting hole positions (supplemental code "/E") of
For stainless steel non-interchangeable track rails longer than special specification.
the maximum length shown in Table 17.1, butt-jointing track
rails are available upon request. In this case, indicate "/A" in

Table 17.1 Standard and maximum lengths of stainless steel track rails

n(Number of mounting holes) 2×n(Number of mounting holes)

E F E
L
LWLF 42 … B

unit: mm
Model number
LWL 2 LWL 3 LWL 5 … B LWL 7 … B LWL 9 … B LWL 12 … B LWL 15 … B LWL 20 … B LWL 25 … B
LWL 5 … N LWL 7 … N LWL 9 … N
Item

32( 4) 30( 3) 60( 4) 60( 4) 60( 3) 100( 4) 160( 4) 180( 3) 240( 4)

40( 5) 40( 4) 90( 6) 90( 6) 80( 4) 150( 6) 240( 6) 240( 4) 300( 5)
56( 7) 60( 6) 105( 7) 120( 8) 120( 6) 200( 8) 320( 8) 360( 6) 360( 6)
Standard length L (n)
80(10) 80( 8) 120( 8) 150(10) 160( 8) 275(11) 440(11) 480( 8) 480( 8)
100(10) 150(10) 180(12) 220(11) 350(14) 560(14) 660(11) 660(11)
240(16) 280(14) 475(19) 680(17) 840(14) 900(15)

Pitch of mounting holes F 48 10 15 15 20 25 40 60 60

E 24 25 2 7.5 2 7.5 10 12.5 20 30 30

1104 1150 1210 1300 1860 1 000 1 000 0 960 0 960

Maximum length(1)
(200) (300) (390) (960) (1 200) (1 200) (1 200) (1 200)
Maximum number of butt- 45 47 42 42 42 42 42
jointing track rails − −
Maximum length of butt- 1915 1 905 1 660 1 925 1 880 1 740 1 740
jointing track rails − −
Model number
LWLF 4 LWLF 6 LWLF 10…B LWLF 14…B LWLF 18…B LWLF 24…B LWLF 30…B LWLF 42…B
LWLF 6 … N LWLF 10…N LWLF 14…N LWLF 18…N
Item

40( 4) 60( 4) 60( 3) 90( 3) 90( 3) 120( 3) 160( 4) 160( 4)

60( 6) 90( 6) 80( 4) 120( 4) 120( 4) 160( 4) 240( 6) 240( 6)
70( 7) 105( 7) 120( 6) 150( 5) 150( 5) 240( 6) 320( 8) 320( 8)
Standard length L (n)
80( 8) 120( 8) 160( 8) 180( 6) 180( 6) 320( 8) 440(11) 440(11)
100(10) 150(10) 220(11) 240( 8) 240( 8) 400(10) 560(14) 560(14)
280(14) 300(10) 300(10) 480(12) 680(17) 680(17)

Pitch of mounting holes F 10 15 20 30 30 40 40 40

E 25 2 7.5 10 15 15 20 20 20

1180 1240 1300 1300 1690 0680 0680 0680

Maximum length(1)
(300) (400) (600) (960) (1 000) (1 000) (1 000)
Maximum number of butt- 47 48 43 43 43 43
jointing track rails − −
Maximum length of butt- 1 840 1 950 1 920 1 840 1 840 1 840
jointing track rails − −

Note(1): The track rails can be manufactured up to the maximum lengths shown in parentheses. If required, consult for further information.
Remarks 1. The above table shows representative model numbers but is applicable to all stainless steel track rails of the same size.
2. " Butt-jointing track rails" (supplemental code "/A") specification applies to the track rails of non-interchangeable specification but does not
apply to those of tapped rail specification.

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Table 17.2 Standard and maximum lengths of high carbon steel track rails

n(Number of mounting holes) 2×n(Number of mounting holes)

E F E
L
LWLF 42 … BCS

unit: mm
Model number
LWL 9 … BCS LWL 12 … BCS LWL 15 … BCS LWL 20 … BCS
Item

80( 4) 100( 4) 160( 4) 0180( 3)

160( 8) 200( 8) 320( 8) 0240( 4)
220(11) 275(11) 440(11) 0360( 6)
Standard length L (n) 280(14) 350(14) 560(14) 0480( 8)
380(19) 475(19) 680(17) 0660(11)
500(25) 600(24) 800(20) 0900(15)
600(30) 700(28) 920(23) 1020(17)

Pitch of mounting holes F 20 25 40 60

E 10 12.5 20 30

Maximum length 1 000 1 500 1 520 1 560

Model number
LWLF 18 … BCS LWLF 24 … BCS LWLF 30 … BCS LWLF 42 … BCS
Item

190( 3) 120( 3) 160( 4) 160( 4)

180( 6) 240( 6) 320( 8) 320( 8)
240( 8) 320( 8) 440(11) 440(11)
Standard length L (n) 300(10) 400(10) 560(14) 560(14)
420(14) 600(15) 680(17) 680(17)
510(17) 720(18) 800(20) 800(20)
600(20) 800(20) 920(23) 920(23)

Pitch of mounting holes F 30 40 40 40

E 15 20 20 20

Maximum length 1 500 1 520 1 600 1 600

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
18
1mm=0.03937inch
 Linear Way L: Standard type
LWLC, LWL, LWLG

W2 W2
W4 W3 Oil hole d3

H3
H

H
H1

H1
N W N W
Tapped rail specification
LWLLWL 2 2
LWL 2 LWLC
LWLC 3 3
LWLC 3 LWLLWL 3 3
LWL 3 LWLLWL…N …N
Interchangeable

Mass (Ref.) Dimensions of Dimensions of slide unit mm

g assembly
mm
Model number
Slide Track rail
unit (per 100 mm)
H H1 N W2 W3 W4 L1 L2 L3 M 1 × depth H 3 W

LWLG 2(1) ☆ 00.9 12.8 13.2 0.7 2 6 − − 12.4 04 08.8 M1.4 × 1.1 − 2

LWLC 3(1) ☆ 01.0 12 03.5 06.7 M1.6 × 1.30

15.3 14 1 2.5 8 − − − 3
LWLG 3(1) ☆ 01.6 16 05.5 10.7 M2.4 × 1.3

LWLC 5 … B ☆ 12
03.4 16 09.6
LWLC 5 … N ☆ 13
16 1 3.5 12 8 2 − M2.4 × 1.5 1.2 5
LWLG 5 … B ☆ 12
04.4 19 12.6
LWLG 5 … N ☆ 13

LWLC 7 … B ☆ 22
07.1 19 − 09.6
LWLC 7 … N ☆ 24

LWLG 7 … B ☆ 22
10 18 1.5 5 17 12 2.5 23.5 08 14.3 M2.4 × 2.5 1.5 7
LWLG 7 … N ☆ 24

LWLG 7 … B ☆ 22
14 31 12 21.6
LWLG 7 … N ☆ 24

LWLC 9 … B ☆ 35
11 21.5 − 11.9
LWLC 9 … N ☆ 37

LWLG 9 … B ☆ 35

LWLG 9 … N ☆ 19 37 10 2 5.5 20 15 2.5 30 10 20.8 M3.4 × 3 2.2 9

LWLG 9 … BCS ☆
35
LWLG 9 … B ☆
28 40.5 15 30.9
LWLG 9 … N ☆ 37
Note(1): Steel balls are not retained in LWL 2, LWLC 3, and LWL 3. These models are not provided with end seals and an oil hole.
(2): Prepare track rail mounting bolts with a proper bolt length l such that the fixing depth becomes less than H 4.
(3): Track rail lengths L are shown in Table 17.
(4): The directions of basic dynamic load rating (C), basic static load rating (C 0), and static moment rating (T 0, T X, and T Y) are shown in the sketches
below.
The upper values in the T X and T Y columns apply to one slide unit, and the lower values apply to two slide units in close contact.
Remarks 1. The mark ☆ indicates that interchangeable specification products are available.
2. The appended bolts for mounting track rails are hexagon socket head bolts of JIS B 1176 or equivalent, or cross recessed head screws for
precision equipment. For stainless steel series Linear Way L, stainless steel bolts or screws are appended.
TY
C,C0
T0 TX

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 (L1) (L1)
2−M1 × depth L3 L3 4−M1 × depth
d4 L2 2−M1 × depth
(LWL 2、LWLC 3、LWL 3)
h
H4

d3
LWLC …B
E F LWL 5 …B E
L(3)

Dimensions of track rail mm Appended mounting Basic Basic Static moment rating(4)
bolt for track rail dynamic static
load load
mm rating(4) rating(4) Model number
T0 TX TY
H4 d3 d4 h E F C C0
Bolt size × R
N N N-m N-m N-m
M1 100.56 100.67
2 Through
− − 04 08 (not appended)(2) 204 395 00.43
103.0 103.6 LWLG 2(1)
100.41 100.49
M1.6
245 375 00.60
103.0 103.5 LWLC 3(1)
2.6 − − 05 10 (not appended)(2)
Through 101.0 101.2
339 609 00.97
106.1 107.2 LWLG 3(1)
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.4 3.6 0.8
M2 × 6 1.4 1.2 LWLC 5 … B
514 872 02.3
M2.5 8.9 7.4
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLC 5 … N
3.7 07.5 15
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.4 3.6 0.8
M2 × 6 102.4 102.0 LWLG 5 … B
612 1 130 03.0
M2.5 013.3 011.2
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLG 5 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
2.4 4.2 2.3
M2 × 6 101.9 101.6 LWLC 7 … B
856 1 180 04.3
M3 015.4 012.9
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLC 7 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
2.4 4.2 2.3
M2 × 6 104.9 104.1 LWLG 7 … B
5 07.5 15 1 200 1 960 07.2
M3 029.2 024.5
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLG 7 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
2.4 4.2 2.3
M2 × 6 109.1 107.7 LWLG 7 … B
1 510 2 750 10.0
M3 052.6 044.1
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLG 7 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6 3.5
M3 × 8 103.0 102.5 LWLC 9 … B
1 070 1 540 07.2
M4 022.2 018.6
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLC 9 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5
6 3.5 M3 × 8 LWLG 9 … B
M4 109.4 107.9
6 Through − − 10 20 (not appended)(2) 1 610 2 860 13.3
053.0 044.5 LWLG 9 … N

Hexagon socket head bolt

LWLG 9 … BCS
3.5 6 3.5
M3 × 8
119.4 116.3 LWLG 9 … B
2 080 4 180 19.4
M4 102 185.6
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLG 9 … N
Example of identification number of assembled set
セット品の呼び番号の配列例
LWL 9 C2 R160 B CS T1 P S1 /U
Model code Material
Size of Interchangeable code Special
LWLC rolling Stainless steel made ： No symbol specification
LWL guide
High carbon steel made ： CS Selected group 1:： S1
LWLC … B With under seals
Selected group 2:： S2
LWLC … B Number of slide units Preload amount
LWLG … B (two slide units) Accuracy class
LWLC … N Clearance ： T 0
LWLC … N Standard ： No symbol High ： H
LWLG … N Length of track rail (160mm) Light preload ： T 1 Precision ： P

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
20
1mm=0.03937inch
 Linear Way L: Standard type
LWLC, LWL, LWLG
W2
W4 W3

H3
H
H1
N W
Interchangeable

Mass (Ref.) Dimensions of Dimensions of slide unit mm

g assembly
mm
Model number
Slide Track rail
unit (per 100 mm)
H H1 N W2 W3 W4 L1 L2 L3 L4 M 1 × depth H3 W

LWLC 12 … B ☆ 22 25 − 13

LWLC 12 … B ☆
35 065 13 3 07.5 27 20 3.5 34 15 21.6 − M 3 × 3.5 2.7 12
LWLC 12 … BCS ☆

LWLG 12 … B ☆ 51 44 20 32

LWLC 15 … B ☆ 42 32 − 17.7 36

LWLC 15 … B ☆
64 107 16 4 08.5 32 25 3.5 42 20 27.8 47 M3×4 3.1 15
LWLC 15 … BCS ☆

LWLG 15 … B ☆ 95 57 25 42.7 62

LWLC 20 … B ☆ 89 38 − 22.3 42

LWLC 20 … B ☆
133 156 20 5 10 40 30 5 50 25 34.6 55 M4×6 4.2 20
LWLC 20 … BCS ☆

LWLG 20 … B ☆ 196 68 30 52.3 72

LWLC 25 … B ☆ 190 55 − 31.9 65

LWLC 25 … B ☆ 310 243 25 5 12.5 48 35 6.5 78 35 55.7 89 M6×7 5 23

LWLG 25 … B ☆ 413 98 40 75.5 108

Note(1):Track rail lengths L are shown in Table 17.
(2): The directions of basic dynamic load rating (C), basic static load rating (C 0), and static moment rating (T 0, T X, and T Y) are shown in the sketches
below.
The upper values in the T X and T Y columns apply to one slide unit, and the lower values apply to two slide units in close contact.
Remarks 1. The mark ☆ indicates that interchangeable specification products are available.
2. The appended bolts for mounting track rails are hexagon socket head bolts of JIS B 1176 or equivalent, or cross recessed head screws for
precision equipment. For stainless steel series Linear Way L, stainless steel bolts or screws are appended.
3. An oil hole is provided for LWLC 12 … B, LWL 12 … B, LWL 12 … BCS, and LWLG 12 … B.

TY
C,C0
T0 TX

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 (L4) (L4)
2−4−M1 × depth (L1) (L1) 4−M1 × depth
L3 L3
d4 L2
h
H4

d3
E F LWLC…B E
L(1)

Dimensions of track rail mm Appended mounting Basic Basic Static moment rating(2)
bolt for track rail dynamic static
load load
mm rating(2) rating(2) Model number
T0 TX TY
H4 d3 d4 h E F C C0
Bolt size × R
N N N-m N-m N-m
1535.5 1534.7
2 000 2 470 115.3
1043.3 1036.3 LWLC 12 … B

1016.0 1013.4 LWLC 12 … B

08 3.5 06.5 4.5 12.5 25 M 3 × 88 2 960 4 450 127.6
1096.6 1081.1 LWLC 12 … BCS
1031.8 1026.7
3 780 6 430 139.9 1174 1146 LWLG 12 … B
1012.1 1010.2
3 120 4 040 131.1
1187.6 1173.5 LWLC 15 … B

1030.8 1025.9 LWLC 15 … B

10 3.5 06.5 4.5 20 40 M 3 × 10 4 390 6 730 151.8
1178 1149 LWLC 15 … BCS
1066.2 1055.6
5 750 10 100 177.7 1351 1294 LWLG 15 … B
1020.2 1016.9
4 070 5 490 156.0 1138 1116 LWLC 20 … B

1054.6 1045.8 LWLC 20 … B

11 6 09.5 5.5 30 60 M 5 × 14 5 830 9 420 196.1
1291 1244 LWLC 20 … BCS
1106 1088.9
7 350 13 300 136 1549 1461 LWLG 20 … B
1059.5 1049.9
8 000 11 000 132
1387 1324 LWLC 25 … B
1169 1142
15 7 11.0 9.0 30 60 M 6 × 16 11 600 19 200 232 1919 1771 LWLC 25 … B
1304 1255
14 200 26 100 315
1 530 1 290 LWLG 25 … B

セット品の呼び番号の配列例
Example of identification number of assembled set
LWL 20 C2 R240 B CS T1 P S1 /U
Model code Material
Size of Interchangeable code Special
LWLC … B rolling Stainless steel made ： No symbol
guide specification
LWLC … B High carbon steel made ： CS Selected group 1:： S1
LWLG … B With under seals
Selected group 2:： S2
Number of slide units Preload amount
(two slide units) Accuracy class
Clearance ： T 0
Standard ： No symbol High ： H
Length of track rail (240mm) Light preload ： T 1 Precision ： P

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
22
1mm=0.03937inch
 Linear Way L: Wide rail type
LWLFC, LWLF, LWLFG

W2
W4 W3 Oil hole d3

H3
H
H1
N W

Tapped rail specification

LWLF … N
Interchangeable

Mass (Ref.) Dimensions of Dimensions of slide unit mm

g assembly
mm
Model number
Slide Track rail
unit (per 100 mm)
H H1 N W2 W3 W4 L1 L2 L3 M 1 × depth H 3 W

LWLFC 14(1) ☆ 02.1 6.8 04 1 3 10 − 5 17 06.5 11.9 M 2.5 × 1.3 − 04

LWLFC 16(1) ☆ 13
02.4 15 04.5 09.8
LWLFC 16 … N(1) ☆ 12
04.5 1 3 12 − 6 M 2.5 × 1.6 − 06
LWLFC 16(1) ☆ 13
03.4 20 08 14.6
LWLFC 16 … N(1) ☆ 12

LWLFC 10 … B ☆ 28
05.9 20.5 13.6
LWLFC 10 … N ☆ 29
06.5 1.5 3.5 17 13 2 − M 2.5 × 1.5 1.3 10
LWLFC 10 … B ☆ 28
07.5 24.5 17.6
LWLFC 10 … N ☆ 29

LWLFC 14 … B ☆ 54
13 22.5 − 13
LWLFC 14 … N ☆ 56

LWLFG 14 … B ☆ 54
21 09 2 5.5 25 19 3 31.5 10 22 M 3.5 × 3 1.7 14
LWLFG 14 … N ☆ 56

LWLFG 14 … B ☆ 54
31 42 19 32.5
LWLFG 14 … N ☆ 56

LWLFC 18 … B ☆ 90
26 26.5 − 16.6
LWLFC 18 … N ☆ 92

LWLFG 18 … B ☆ 90 21 4.5

LWLFG 18 … N ☆ 44 92 12 3 6 30 39 12 28.6 M 3.5 × 3.5 2.5 18

LWLFG 18 … BCS ☆
90
LWLFG 18 … B ☆
61 23 3.5 50.5 24 40.4
LWLFG 18 … N 92
Note(1): Steel balls are not retained in LWLF 4, LWLFC 6, LWLFC 6 … N, LWLF 6, and LWLF 6 … N. These models are not provided with end seals and an
oil hole.
(2): Prepare track rail mounting bolts with a proper bolt length l such that the fixing depth becomes less than H 4.
(3): Track rail lengths L are shown in Table 17.
(4): The directions of basic dynamic load rating (C), basic static load rating (C 0), and static moment rating (T 0, T X, and T Y) are shown in the sketches
below.
The upper values in the T X and T Y columns apply to one slide unit, and the lower values apply to two slide units in close contact.
Remarks 1. The mark ☆ indicates that interchangeable specification products are available.
2. The appended bolts for mounting track rails are hexagon socket head bolts of JIS B 1176 or equivalent, or cross recessed head screws for
precision equipment. For stainless steel series Linear Way L, stainless steel bolts or screws are appended. TY
C,C0
T0 TX

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 (L1) (L1)
2−M1 × depth L3 L3 4−M1 × depth
d4 L2 2−M1 × depth
(LWLF 4、LWLFC 6、LWLF 6)
h
H4

d3
LWLFC …B
E F LWLF10 …B E
L(3)

Dimensions of track rail mm Appended mounting Basic Basic Static moment rating(4)
bolt for track rail dynamic static
load load
mm rating(4) rating(4) Model number
T0 TX TY
H4 d3 d4 h E F C C0
Bolt size × R
N N N-m N-m N-m
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment 001.3 001.6
2.6 1.8 2.8 0.75 05.0 10
M1.6 × 5
373 703 1.5
167.3 168.7 LWLFC 14(1)
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.4 4 1.5
M2 × 4 000.87 001.0 LWLFC 16(1)
321 562 1.7
M3 165.3 166.3
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 16 … N(1)
2.8 07.5 15
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.4 4 1.5
M2 × 4 001.9 002.2 LWLFC 16(1)
421 843 2.6
M3 110.2 112.2
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 16 … N(1)
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.9 4.8 1.6
M2.5 × 7 002.7 002.3 LWLFC 10 … B
643 1 220 6.3
M3 115.4 113.0
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 10 … N
4 10 20
Cross recessed head screw for precision equipment
2.9 4.8 1.6
M2.5 × 7 004.4 003.7 LWLFC 10 … B
760 1 570 8.1
M3 (not appended)(2) 123.3 119.5
Through
− − LWLFC 10 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6 3.2
M3 × 8 004.0 003.3 LWLFC 14 … B
1 120 1 770 12.6
M4 125.6 121.4
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 14 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6 3.2
M3 × 8 010.4 018.7 LWLFC 14 … B
5.5 15 30 1 580 2 940 21.0
M4 156.7 147.6
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 14 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6 3.2
M3 × 8 021.8 018.3 LWLFG 14 … B
2 040 4 320 30.9
M4 108 190.8
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFG 14 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6.5 4.5
M3 × 8 005.8 004.8 LWLFC 18 … B
1 360 2 200 20.1
M4 137.2 131.3
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFC 18 … N
Hexagon socket head bolt
3.5 6.5 4.5
M3 × 8 LWLFG 18 … B
M4 017.5 014.7
7 − − 15 30 (not appended)(2) 2 010 3 960 36.2 LWLFG 18 … N
Through 193.4 178.4
Hexagon socket head bolt
LWLFG 18 … BCS
3.5 6.5 4.5
M3 × 8
033.0 027.7 LWLFG 18 … B
2 500 5 500 50.3
M4 1650 1390
Through
− − (not appended)(2) LWLFG 18 … N
Example of identification number of assembled set
セット品の呼び番号の配列例
LWLF 18 C2 R240 B CS T1 P S1 /U
Model code Material
Size of Interchangeable code Special
LWLFC rolling Stainless steel made ： No symbol specification
LWLF guide
High carbon steel made ： CS Selected group 1:： S1
LWLFC … B With under seals
Selected group 2:： S2
LWLFC … B Number of slide units Preload amount
LWLFG … B (two slide units) Accuracy class
LWLFC … N Clearance ： T 0
LWLFC … N Standard ： No symbol High ： H
LWLFG … N Length of track rail (240mm) Light preload ： T 1 Precision ： P

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
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1mm=0.03937inch
 Linear Way L: Wide rail type
LWLFC, LWLF, LWLFG
W2 W2
W4 W3 W4 W3

H3
H3

H
H

H1
H1
W6 W5
N W N W

LWLFC 42 … B
LWLF 42 … B（CS）
LWLFG 42 … B
Interchangeable

Mass (Ref.) Dimensions of Dimensions of slide unit mm

g assembly
mm
Model number
Slide Track rail
unit (per 100 mm)
H H1 N W2 W3 W4 L1 L2 L3 L 4 M 1 × depth H 3 W H4

LWLFC 24 … B ☆ 45 30.5 − 17.7

LWLFG 24 … B ☆
76 139 14 3 08 40 28 6 44 15 31 − M 3 × 3.5 3.2 24 08
LWLFG 24 … BCS ☆

LWLFG 24 … B ☆ 111 59 28 46.3

LWLFC 30 … B ☆ 70 35.5 − 20.5 40

LWLFG 30 … B ☆
112 198 15 3 10 50 35 7.5 50 18 34.8 54 M 4.× 4.5 3.1 30 09
LWLFG 30 … BCS ☆

LWLFG 30 … B ☆ 170 68.5 35 53.8 73

LWLFC 42 … B ☆ 95 41.5 − 25.3 46

LWLFG 42 … B ☆
140 294 16 4 09 60 45 7.5 55 20 39 60 M 4 × 4.5 3.2 42 10
LWLFG 42 … BCS ☆

LWLFG 42 … B ☆ 204 74.5 35 58.3 79

Note(1):Track rail lengths L are shown in Table 17.
(2): The directions of basic dynamic load rating (C), basic static load rating (C 0), and static moment rating (T 0, T X, and T Y) are shown in the sketches
below.
The upper values in the T X and T Y columns apply to one slide unit, and the lower values apply to two slide units in close contact.
Remarks 1. The mark ☆ indicates that interchangeable specification products are available.
2. The appended bolts for mounting track rails are hexagon socket head bolts of JIS B 1176 or equivalent, or cross recessed head screws for
precision equipment. For stainless steel series Linear Way L, stainless steel bolts or screws are appended.
3. An oil hole is provided for LWLFC 24 … B, LWLF 24 … B, LWLF 24 … BCS, and LWLFG 24 … B.
TY
C,C0
T0 TX

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 (L4) (L4)
2−M1 × depth (L1) (L1) 4−M1 × depth
L3 L3
d4 L2

h
H4

d3
E F LWLFC…B E
L(1)

Dimensions of track rail mm Appended Basic Basic Static moment rating(2)

mounting dynamic static
load load
bolt for track rail rating(2) rating(2)
mm Model number
T0 TX TY
W5 W6 d3 d4 h E F C C0
Bolt size × R N N N-m N-m N-m
2 500 3 460 042.2 010.1 018.5
LWLFC 24 … B
070.2 058.9

031.8 026.7 LWLFG 24 … B

− − 4.5 8 4.5 20 40 M 4 × 10 3 780 6 430 078.4
174 146 LWLFG 24 … BCS
4 870 9 400 115 065.6 055.0 LWLFG 24 … B
333 280
3 460 4 710 071.6 016.0 013.4 LWLFC 30 … B
111 193.2
050.5 042.4 LWLFG 30 … B
− − 4.5 8 4.5 20 40 M 4.× 12 5 230 8 750 133
269 226 LWLFG 30 … BCS
6 730 12 800 194 104 087.4 LWLFG 30 … B
526 442
4 450 6 280 133 025.7 021.6 LWLFC 42 … B
170 143
063.6 053.3 LWLFG 42 … B
23 9.5 4.5 8 4.5 20 40 M 4 × 12 6 150 10 200 216
346 290 LWLFG 42 … BCS
7 910 14 900 316 131 110 LWLFG 42 … B
668 561

セット品の呼び番号の配列例
Example of identification number of assembled set
LWLF 42 C2 R320 B CS T1 P S1 /U
Model code Material
Size of Interchangeable code Special
LWLFC … B rolling Stainless steel made ： No symbol
guide specification
LWLFC … B High carbon steel made ： CS Selected group 1:： S1
LWLFG … B With under seals
Selected group 2:： S2
Number of slide units Preload amount
(two slide units) Accuracy class
Clearance ： T 0
Standard ： No symbol High ： H
Length of track rail (320mm) Light preload ： T 1 Precision ： P

1N=0.102kgf=0.2248lbs.
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1mm=0.03937inch
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