The Linear Ball type stages use an integrated Gothic Arc design which provides high rigidity and precision, but uses fewer components and thus decreases the probability of alignment errors. It requires less space, and is more cost effective. It is made of stainless steel, which does makes it slightly heavier and gives it a metallic look.
The 2008 Metric Catalog features10 pages of NEW Linear Ball type products starting on page 935.
Click here to visit page 935 in the online catalog.