IMTEK Stainless Steel Miniature Linear Guides
When selecting linear motion parts for sensitive environments, stainless steel miniature linear guide rails offer best balance of compactness, precision and corrosion resistance. Whether applied in medical automation system, semiconductor production lines, or food processing machinery, they provide reliable and long-lasting linear motion solutions.
Stainless steel miniature linear guides, including sliders and other metal fittings such as steel balls, retainers, etc., are all made of stainless steel and have rust-proof properties.
Made from high-grade stainless steel, IMTEK miniature linear guides are resistant to rust, humidity, and chemical exposure. This makes them suitable for cleanrooms, medical devices, and food-grade machinery where hygiene and durability are critical.
Why IMTEK Stainless Steel Miniature Linear Guides?
1.Compact Designs for Limited Space
Its slim and lightweight structure of stainless steel miniature linear rails allows installation in equipment with compact space constraints and without compromising stability or accuracy.
2.Excellent Corrosion Resistance
Made from high grade stainless steel, IMTEK miniature linear guides TG series are resistant to rust, humidity, and chemical exposure, suitable for cleanrooms, medical devices, and food-grade machinery where hygiene and durability are critical.
3.Long Lifespan with Low Maintenance
Stainless steel version miniature linear guides, which designed to minimize wear, maintain stable preload and reduce lubrication frequency, ensuring longterm reliability in continuous operation environments.
4.High Precision and Smooth Move
Through optimized grinding and assembly technology, stainless steel version deliver consistent accuracy, low friction, and reliable linear motions for micro-mechanical and high-precision automation system.
IMTEK support make-to-order production, offering customized lengths, preload levels, hole patterns, and special coatings, enabling tailored solutions for diverse industrial requirements.
With years of experiences in linear motion technology, IMTEK provides high-quality miniature linear guides that combine precision, reliability, and customization. Whether stainless steel linear rails for cleanroom use or compact linear guides for micro-mechanical system are needed, IMTEK products deliver consistent performance and fast lead times.
Details of Stainless Steel TG series
- Model Name
- Technical Data
TGN and TGW series can both be changed to stainless steel versions. And the specification remains the same as the carbon steel version. They are generally applied in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, printed circuit board IC assembly equipment, medical equipment, robotic arms, and precision measuring instruments as well.
| Series | TG Series(Stainless Steel Version) |
| Size | 5/7/9/12/15 |
| Block Type | Normal/wide |
| Load Type | Standard(C);Long type(H) |
| Length of Rail | 100~3000mm |
| Numbers of Block | 1/2/3/4/5/6 |
| Accuracy level | C(normal);H(high);P(precision) |
| Preload | ZF; Z0; Z1 |
| Certification | ISO 9001; ISO 14001 |
| Block Dimensions | Block Dimensions |
| Installation Width(W) | 17; 20; 27; 32 |
| Combination Height(H) | 8; 10; 13; 16 |
| Length(L) | 22.5/30.8; 28.9/39.9; 34.7/45.4; 42.1/58.8 |
| Thread(M*l) | M2*2.5; M3*3; M3*3.5; M3*4 |
| Hole Spacing(B) | 12; 15; 20; 25 |
| Hole Spacing(C) | 8/13; 10/16; 15/20; 20/25 |
| Rail Dimensions | Rail Dimensions |
| Width(WR) | 7; 9; 12; 15 |
| Height(HR) | 4.8; 6.5; 8; 10 |
| Hole Pitch(p) | 15; 20; 25; 40 |
| D×h×d | 4.2*2.3*2.4; 6*3.5*3.5; 6*4.5*3.5; 6*4.5*3.5 |
| Static Capacity C0(kN) | 1.24/1.96; 2.55/4.02; 3.92/5.88; 5.59/9.11 |
| Dynamic Capacity C(kN) | 0.98/1.37; 1.86/2.55; 2.84/3.72; 4.61/6.37 |
Where Are Stainless Steel Miniature Linear Guides Used?
Compact, durable, and cleanroom-ready — our stainless steel miniature linear rails deliver reliable linear motion for medical, semiconductor, and automation applications.
Medical Devices & Laboratory Equipment – diagnostic systems, surgical robots, automation platforms
Semiconductor & Electronics – wafer handling, PCB inspection, micro-positioning
Food & Beverage Machinery – hygienic packaging, filling, processing lines
Optical & Measurement Instruments – microscopes, imaging, precision metrology
Automation & Robotics – 3D printers, compact robots, linear motion modules
What is Stainless Steel Grade?
IMTEK uses 440C for our stainless steel version miniature linear guides.
| AISI | EN/DIN | Type | Key Features | Typical Applications |
| 440C | 1.4125 | Martensitic | High hardness, wear resistance, heat-treatable, moderate corrosion resistance, magnetic | High-precision linear guides and bearings in non-severe corrosive food environments |
| 420 | 1.4021 | Martensitic | Lower hardness than 440C, more economical, magnetic | Cost-effective linear guides in general food processing |
| 304 | 1.4301 | Austenitic | Non-hardenable, non-magnetic, excellent corrosion resistance, lower strength | Structural parts, low-load rails, non-critical components |
| 316 | 1.4401 | Austenitic | Excellent resistance to chlorides and cleaning agents, non-magnetic, higher cost | Seafood, marine food processing, high-cleaning environments |
| 17-4PH (630) | 1.4542 | Precipitation Hardening | High strength, good corrosion resistance, heat-treatable, partly magnetic | Food machinery requiring both strength and corrosion resistance (premium choice) |
IMTEK Linear Guides for Special Environment Solutions
A: Standard lead time is 3 months; actual delivery depends on order volume.
A: Yes, they are fully corrosion-resistant and designed for contamination-sensitive environments.
A: Yes, we provide make-to-order production for different lengths, preload levels, and hole patterns.
A: With proper lubrication and installation, stainless steel miniature linear guides offer long-term stable performance even in harsh conditions.
