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    39 Products
    About Sleeve Bearings
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    Choose a sleeve bearing that matches your load and speed requirements and that's right for your environment.

    Oil-Embedded Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sleeve Bearings. Oil-Embedded Sleeve Bearings.
    Install and forget these self-lubricating bearings. All are made from porous metal and saturated with oil to reduce maintenance and downtime. A good all-around choice, they are used in everything from palm-sized fans in electronics to tire-sized pulleys. Although these bearings will work in most conditions, oil may drip away if temperatures get too high. Consider a graphite-lubricated bearing for higher temperatures or places where you can’t afford the mess. All are fabricated, lubricated, and inspected in the U.S.
    With no moving parts, sleeve bearings are the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    841 Bearing Bronze—A classic choice for a starter pick. Also known as SAE 841 bearings.
    High-Load 863 Iron Copper—Iron makes these bearings harder, stronger, and more resistant to sudden starts and stops than 841 bearing bronze. However, they operate at slower speeds. The increased iron content makes these bearings appear silver.
    Mineral Oil Base—Mineral oil consistently lubricates at most temperatures but doesn’t last as long as synthetic oil.
    Synthetic Oil Base—A high-quality lubricant makes all the difference. Synthetic oil is less sensitive to temperature changes than mineral oil, so it won't get runny and leak away at higher temperatures.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Base Oil
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    841 Bearing Bronze
    1/8"1/4"1/8"31 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 3000000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"60 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"90 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/2"125 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/32"1/4"1/4"75 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/32"1/4"5/16"95 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/16"1/4"5/16"115 lb. @ 120 rpmMineral Oil10 to 220000000000000
    3/16"1/4"7/16"160 lb. @ 120 rpmMineral Oil10 to 220000000000000
     
    High-Load 863 Iron Copper
    1/8"1/4"1/8"60 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 30000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"125 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 30000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"185 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 30000000000000
     

    Ultra-Low-Friction Oil-Embedded Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sleeve Bearings. Ultra-Low-Friction Oil-Embedded Sleeve Bearings.
    Our slipperiest metal bearings, these are ideal for machinery with frequent starts and stops, such as conveyors. With nonstick PTFE particles added to the oil, they reduce friction to minimize wear and heat, so equipment runs more efficiently and lasts longer. All are fabricated, lubricated, and inspected in the U.S.
    With no moving parts, sleeve bearings are the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    841 Bearing Bronze—A classic choice for a starter pick. Also known as SAE 841 bearings.
    Synthetic Oil Base—A high-quality lubricant makes all the difference. Synthetic oil is less sensitive to temperature changes than mineral oil, so it won't get runny and leak away at higher temperatures.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Base Oil
    Lubricant
    Additive
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    841 Bearing Bronze
    1/8"1/4"1/8"31 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 4600000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"60 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 460000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"90 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 460000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/4"90 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 4600000000000
    3/16"1/4"3/8"140 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 460000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/2"185 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic OilPTFE
    		-40 to 460000000000000
     

    Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sleeve Bearings. Sleeve Bearings.
    These bearings don’t come with a lubricant, so you can select the oil that meets the needs of your application. You’ll need to refill the oil, so make sure the bearing is located where you can access it. All are fabricated and inspected in the U.S.
    With no moving parts, sleeve bearings are the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze—These bearings are strong enough for sudden starts and stops, plus they resist wear and tear. They are cast from an alloy of leaded tin bronze for uniform rigidity and strength. Also known as 660 leaded bronze bearings.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze
    1/8"1/4"1/8"60 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"125 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"185 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/4"185 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/16"1/4"3/8"280 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/2"370 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/16"1/4"5/8"460 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
     

    Flanged Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flanged Sleeve Bearings. Flanged Sleeve Bearings.
    These bearings don’t come with a lubricant, so you can select the oil that meets the needs of your application. You’ll need to refill the oil, so make sure the bearing is located where you can access it. All are fabricated and inspected in the U.S.
    Flanged sleeve bearings combine a sleeve and thrust bearing in one. The flange supports thrust loads and prevents the bearing from being pushed out of place. The sleeve is the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze—These bearings are strong enough for sudden starts and stops, plus they resist wear and tear. They are cast from an alloy of leaded tin bronze for uniform rigidity and strength. Also known as 660 leaded bronze bearings.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Flange
    OD
    Flange
    Thk.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze
    1/16"1/4"1/4"5/16"1/16"60 lb. @ 120 rpm290 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 45000000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"5/16"1/16"125 lb. @ 120 rpm250 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"5/16"1/16"185 lb. @ 120 rpm250 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
    5/32"1/4"3/8"3/8"1/16"230 lb. @ 120 rpm360 lb. @ 120 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
     

    High-Temperature Graphite-Lubricated Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sleeve Bearings. High-Temperature Graphite-Lubricated Sleeve Bearings.
    Made of a graphite and metal alloy, these bearings stay slippery at high temperatures where oil burns off and other bearings fail. With no need for refills, they require little to no maintenance. You’ll find them in pumps, propellers, and mixers that spin near steam or inside ovens. However, graphite may eventually flake off, dropping flecks and leaving smudges. If you need a spic-and-span space, consider dry-running bearings made of slippery plastic instead. All are fabricated, lubricated, and inspected in the U.S.
    With no moving parts, sleeve bearings are the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    841 Bearing Bronze—A classic choice for a starter pick. Also known as SAE 841 bearings.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    841 Bearing Bronze
    1/8"1/4"1/8"25 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 700000000000000
    1/8"1/4"1/4"50 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 70000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"75 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 70000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/4"75 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 70000000000000
    3/16"1/4"3/8"110 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 70000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/2"150 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 700000000000000
    3/16"1/4"5/8"185 lb. @ 120 rpm-50 to 700000000000000
     

    Oil-Embedded Flanged Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flanged Sleeve Bearings. Oil-Embedded Flanged Sleeve Bearings.
    Install and forget these self-lubricating bearings. All are made from porous metal and saturated with oil to reduce maintenance and downtime. A good all-around choice, they are used in everything from palm-sized fans in electronics to tire-sized pulleys. Although these bearings will work in most conditions, oil may drip away if temperatures get too high. Consider a graphite-lubricated bearing for higher temperatures or places where you can’t afford the mess. All are fabricated, lubricated, and inspected in the U.S.
    Flanged sleeve bearings combine a sleeve and thrust bearing in one. The flange supports thrust loads and prevents the bearing from being pushed out of place. The sleeve is the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    High-Load 863 Iron Copper—Iron makes these bearings harder, stronger, and more resistant to sudden starts and stops than 841 bearing bronze. However, they operate at slower speeds. The increased iron content makes these bearings appear silver.
    Synthetic Oil Base—A high-quality lubricant makes all the difference. Synthetic oil is less sensitive to temperature changes than mineral oil, so it won't get runny and leak away at higher temperatures.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Flange
    OD
    Flange
    Thk.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Base Oil
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    High-Load 863 Iron Copper
    1/8"1/4"1/4"5/16"1/16"125 lb. @ 120 rpm225 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 3000000000000000
    1/8"1/4"3/8"5/16"1/16"185 lb. @ 120 rpm225 lb. @ 120 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
     

    Dry-Running Flanged Sleeve Bearings for Food and Beverage

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flanged Sleeve Bearings. Dry-Running Flanged Sleeve Bearings for Food and Beverage.
    Made of plastics permitted by the US FDA for contact with food, these bearings won’t release harmful, smelly, and distasteful impurities into your food or beverage production line. These self-lubricating plastics eliminate the need for oil, resulting in less maintenance and improved hygiene. You’ll find them inside food-processing equipment such as mixers, conveyors, and fillers.
    Flanged sleeve bearings combine a sleeve and thrust bearing in one. The flange supports thrust loads and prevents the bearing from being pushed out of place. The sleeve is the simplest way to support the load of a rotating shaft while reducing friction. Also known as plain bearings.
    Ultra-Low-Friction Rulon 641—Get effortless motion with strength surpassing UHMW polyethylene. Rulon 641 bearings can also operate from cryogenic to oven-like temperatures.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Flange
    OD
    Flange
    Thk.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Ultra-Low-Friction Rulon 641
    3/16"1/4"1/4"3/8"1/32"46 lb. @ 120 rpm70 lb. @ 120 rpmWhite-400 to 550FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, USP Class VI00000000000000
    3/16"1/4"1/2"3/8"1/32"90 lb. @ 120 rpm70 lb. @ 120 rpmWhite-400 to 550FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, USP Class VI0000000000000
     
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