{"product_id":"pb18-pillow-ball-insert-bearing-spherical-bushing","title":"PB18 pillow ball insert bearing, spherical bushing, lubrication type, high carbon steel, zinc chromate plated, open enclosure, PB metric series, shaft diameter 18 mm, housing 42 mm, single unit","description":"Spherical pillow ball insert bearing PB18 - single unit\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Open insert pillowball, PB metric, shaft 18 mm, housing 42 mm\u003cp\u003e\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis PB18 spherical pillow ball insert bearing is a single high carbon steel unit with zinc chromate plating. It's designed for linear slide units, conveyor supports, and light machinery where shaft alignment varies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n✅ Type: Pillow ball insert, open enclosure, lubrication type\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Material: High carbon steel, zinc chromate plated\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Shaft diameter: 18 mm; Inner ring width: 23 mm; Housing dia: 42 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Series: PB Metric Series, model PB18; sold as single unit; weight 0.350 lb\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 What is a pillow ball insert bearing used for in linear slide units and misaligned shafts?\nThese bearings provide spherical seating that lets a shaft pivot and correct angular misalignment while supporting radial loads in light to medium machinery.\nQuick take:\n- Accommodates angular misalignment in linear slide units, conveyor rollers, and idlers.\n- Offers straightforward lubrication and maintenance compared with sealed ball bearing options.\n- Good choice when a compact spherical bushing is preferred over ceramic or sealed alternatives for easy service and alignment control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bearings Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52511369920831,"sku":"1912165","price":189.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/4750\/8031\/files\/pb18-pillow-ball-bearing-spherical.png?v=1776638507","url":"https:\/\/bearingscanada.com\/products\/pb18-pillow-ball-insert-bearing-spherical-bushing","provider":"Bearings Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}