{"product_id":"ge17ec-spherical-bushing-metric-maintenance-free-h","title":"GE17EC Spherical Bushing Metric, Maintenance-Free High Carbon Steel 17 mm Shaft, Chromium-Plated Inner Ring, Open Enclosure for Linear Slide Units and Sealed Ball Bearing Housings (Single)","description":"GE17EC 17 mm Metric Spherical Bushing, Maintenance-Free\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Single unit, high carbon steel, 17 mm shaft, 24500 N dyn, 61300 N static\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis maintenance-free metric spherical bushing fits 17 mm shafts and is commonly used in linear slide units, pillow block bearing assemblies, and pivot points in machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n✅ Model: GE17EC, GE-EC Metric Series\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Material: High carbon steel, chromium-plated inner ring\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Dimensions: Shaft dia 17 mm, inner ring width 14 mm, housing dia 30 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Loads \u0026amp; temp: Dynamic 24500 N, Static 61300 N, up to 150 deg C\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Features: Open enclosure, maintenance-free type, single unit pack\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Compatibility: Works with sealed ball bearing housings and as an alternative to ceramic options\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 What is a spherical plain bearing used for in linear slide unit and shaft misalignment applications?\nA spherical plain bearing provides a low-friction pivot that handles angular misalignment between a shaft and its housing.\n- Ideal for pivot points, rod ends, and pillow block bearing setups in automation and conveyor systems.\n- Works well with linear slide units and sealed ball bearing housings to smooth motion and reduce maintenance.\n- Consider maintenance-free high carbon steel or ceramic ball bearing alternatives for higher temperature or corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47969453179115,"sku":"862239","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3268\/0683\/files\/spherical-bushing-17mm-steel-open.png?v=1775239307","url":"https:\/\/vxb.com\/products\/ge17ec-spherical-bushing-metric-maintenance-free-h","provider":"VXB Bearings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}