Key Takeaways:
The machined flatness of each oil cavity must be held within 0.5 μm. Even a slightly uneven cavity makes the oil film non-uniform and undermines the bearing's accuracy.
The Cavity Is the Bearing Surface
In a hydrostatic bearing, the oil cavity—the recessed pocket that receives pressurized oil—is part of the precision surface. If its machined flatness is off, the oil film thickness becomes uneven across the pocket, and the film can no longer support the load uniformly.

The 0.5 μm Rule
For precision hydrostatic components, oil-cavity flatness is held within ≤0.5 μm. Achieving this demands high-grade machining and metrology—far tighter than ordinary mechanical parts.
Why It Matters
Uniform film thickness is what converts a simple oil layer into a stiff, accurate bearing. Cavity flatness is therefore a quiet but critical determinant of the sub-micron performance Marusaku's hydrostatic products deliver.