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    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.
    Extreme-Load Heat-Treated Iron Copper—Our strongest oil-embedded sleeve bearings. They’re heat treated to form a uniform internal grain that makes them stronger than 863 iron copper. As a result, they’re often used to support extreme loads in earth-moving equipment and railroad applications. 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
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    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Base Oil
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    841 Bearing Bronze
    9/16"7/8"1 3/8"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 2200000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1/2"620 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"5/8"780 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"930 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"7/8"1,050 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"1,250 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/8"1,400 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/4"1,550 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 3/8"1,700 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/2"1,850 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 3/4"2,150 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3"3,750 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 30000000000000
    11/16"7/8"1/2"680 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    11/16"7/8"3/4"1,000 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    11/16"7/8"1"1,350 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"750 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"5/8"930 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"11/16"1,000 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"1,100 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"7/8"1,300 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/8"1,650 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/4"1,850 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 3/8"2,050 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/2"2,250 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3"4,500 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 300000000000000
     
    High-Load 863 Iron Copper
    5/8"7/8"5/8"1,350 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1,650 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"2,200 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/2"3,300 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 3/4"3,850 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3"6,650 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 3000000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1,100 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"5/8"1,350 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"1,650 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1"2,200 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/4"2,750 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/2"3,300 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 300000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3"6,650 lb. @ 60 rpmSynthetic Oil-15 to 3000000000000000
     
    Extreme-Load Heat-Treated Iron Copper
    3/4"7/8"1/2"2,350 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 35000000000000
    3/4"7/8"5/8"2,950 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 35000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"3,550 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 35000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1"4,750 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 35000000000000
     

    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
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    ID
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    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze
    5/8"7/8"5/8"1,550 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1,850 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"2,500 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/2"3,750 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 3/4"4,350 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3"7,500 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 45000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"5/8"1,850 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"2,250 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1"3,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/4"3,750 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 45000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/2"4,500 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3"9,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 45000000000000
     

    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.
    Certificate
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    ID
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    Flange
    Thk.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Type
    Form
    Each
    High-Load 932 Bearing Bronze
    5/8"7/8"1/2"1 1/8"1/8"1,250 lb. @ 60 rpm2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——000000000000
    5/8"7/8"5/8"1 1/8"1/8"1,550 lb. @ 60 rpm2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1 1/8"1/8"1,850 lb. @ 60 rpm2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"1 1/8"1/8"2,500 lb. @ 60 rpm2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/4"1 1/8"1/8"3,100 lb. @ 60 rpm2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"1/8"3,100 lb. @ 60 rpm3,500 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/8"1/8"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpm2,200 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/8"1/8"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpm2,200 lb. @ 60 rpm-70 to 450Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		00000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/4"1/8"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpm3,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"1 1/8"1/8"2,250 lb. @ 60 rpm2,200 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"1 1/4"1/8"2,250 lb. @ 60 rpm3,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 450——00000000000
     

    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.
    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
    5/8"7/8"1/2"1,050 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 45000000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1,600 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"2,150 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1 1/4"2,700 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
     

    Dry-Running Flanged Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flanged Sleeve Bearings. Dry-Running Flanged Sleeve Bearings.
    Made of naturally slippery plastic so you’ll never have to add lubricant. They’re ideal for clean environments where you need to prevent oil drips or graphite flakes. Compared to metal bearings, they are lighter and will never rust.
    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.
    MDS-Filled Nylon—A step up from standard nylon bearings. Upgraded with fine particles of molybdenum disulfide (MDS), these bearings have extra lubricity and wear resistance. However, they’re still nylon, which will swell and weaken when exposed to moisture.
    For Shaft
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    For Housing
    ID
    Lg.
    Flange
    OD
    Flange
    Thk.
    Dynamic Radial Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Color
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    MDS-Filled Nylon
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1 1/16"1/16"140 lb. @ 60 rpm100 lb. @ 60 rpmBlack-40 to 1700000000000000
    5/8"7/8"3/4"1 1/8"1/8"140 lb. @ 60 rpm115 lb. @ 60 rpmBlack-40 to 170000000000000
    5/8"7/8"1"1"1/8"190 lb. @ 60 rpm90 lb. @ 60 rpmBlack-40 to 170000000000000
    3/4"7/8"1 1/4"1 1/16"1/16"235 lb. @ 60 rpm75 lb. @ 60 rpmBlack-40 to 170000000000000
     

    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
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/8"1/16"310 lb. @ 60 rpm310 lb. @ 60 rpmWhite-400 to 550FDA Compliant 21 CFR 177.1550, USP Class VI00000000000000
     

    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.
    Extreme-Load Heat-Treated Iron Copper—Our strongest oil-embedded flanged sleeve bearings. They’re heat treated to form a uniform internal grain that makes them stronger than 863 iron copper. As a result, they’re often used to support extreme loads in earth-moving equipment and railroad applications. 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.
    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
    Extreme-Load Heat-Treated Iron Copper
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/8"1/8"2,350 lb. @ 60 rpm2,300 lb. @ 60 rpmMineral Oil10 to 220000000000000
     

    High-Temperature Graphite-Lubricated Flanged Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flanged Sleeve Bearings. High-Temperature Graphite-Lubricated Flanged 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.
    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
    3/4"7/8"1/2"1 1/4"1/8"1,500 lb. @ 60 rpm3,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-70 to 450000000000000
    3/4"7/8"3/4"1 1/4"1/8"2,250 lb. @ 60 rpm3,000 lb. @ 60 rpm-70 to 45000000000000
     

    Grooved Sleeve Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sleeve Bearings. Grooved Sleeve Bearings.
    A figure-8-shaped groove provides a flow path for lubricant and distributes it evenly inside the bearing’s surface. A refill hole on the outside lets you inject your lubricant straight into the groove. 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
    3/4"7/8"1"2,600 lb. @ 60 rpm-350 to 4500000000000000
     
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