Ball slides as linear tracking tonearm

[Hiten]

Deltron
Not building anything but curious nonetheless. This linear bearing are said to be virtually friction less. Coefficient of friction is 0.003. Accuracy is 0.0005" per inch of travel. Would they be worthy of building a linear tonearm ?
Regards.

 

[directdriver]

That's great information. Thanks!

 

[korpberget]

It still depends on the surface of the rod its being put on.

 

[Straight Tracker]

No Rod

It still depends on the surface of the rod its being put on.

There is no rod involved when using a ball slide. A ball slide is like a straightened ball bearing.

Sincerely,

Ralf

 

[Hiten]

These have silicon Nitride/Ceramic Bearing with titanium shaft. Self cleaning No lubrication required. Precision made for lens making equipment (I dont know how) Friction is very low. Here is Video Link. I read some place Sealed bearings are also available. But needs to be seen working if they are good candidate for linear tonearm.
Regards.