{"product_id":"single-spherical-bushing-sbb16-inch-series-high-ca","title":"Single Spherical Bushing SBB16 Inch Series, High Carbon Steel Metal-on-Metal Non-Separable Plain Bearing for Linear Slide Unit, sealed ball bearing alternative, inch size","description":"Single SBB16 spherical bushing, inch series plain bearing\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ High carbon steel, metal-on-metal non-separable, single unit\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis single SBB16 spherical plain bushing is an inch-series, steel-on-steel non-separable bearing used in linear slide units, pivot joints, and oscillating linkages. It suits machinery, conveyors, and light industrial gear where a sealed ball bearing or ceramic option may not be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n✅ Model: SBB16, inch series\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Material: high carbon steel, metal-on-metal contact\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Design: non-separable spherical plain bearing, single unit\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Typical use: linear slide unit guides, pivoting shafts, radial and oscillating motion\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Notes: sealed ball bearing alternative; not ceramic; needs lubrication in service\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 What is a spherical plain bearing used for in linear slide units and pivot mechanisms?\nSpherical plain bearings let shafts pivot and handle misalignment while taking radial and oscillatory loads, especially in tight or dirty environments where sealed ball bearing setups may fail.\nUse this when you want a handy, rugged pivot that tolerates shock and angular motion.\n- Supports radial and oscillating loads with metal-on-metal sliding contact for long duty cycles\n- Ideal for linear slide unit guides, pivot joints, and equipment requiring minor misalignment tolerance\n- Serves as a sealed ball bearing alternative when ceramic or sealed options are unnecessary\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bearings Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52511493325119,"sku":"861715","price":67.89,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/4750\/8031\/files\/6d90434de400f7c37316df219a65254e.png?v=1776635715","url":"https:\/\/bearingscanada.com\/products\/single-spherical-bushing-sbb16-inch-series-high-ca","provider":"Bearings Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}