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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.
    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
    3 1/4"3 5/8"4"25,450 lb. @ 30 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 3006391K9190000000
     

    Oil-Embedded Thrust Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Thrust Bearings. Oil-Embedded Thrust Bearings.
    Our simplest-to-use thrust bearings, with no moving parts and no need to lubricate. Their porous surface releases oil over time, so you can install and forget them. While they run in most conditions, oil may drip away if temperatures climb too high. For extremely hot environments, consider graphite-lubricated bearings. All are fabricated, lubricated, and inspected in the U.S.
    841 Bearing Bronze—A balance of strength and speed makes these bearings a good choice for most applications. Also known as SAE 841 bearing bronze.
    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 if the bearing heats up.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Thk.
    Dynamic Thrust Load
    Cap. @ Speed
    Base Oil
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    841 Bearing Bronze
    3 1/4"4 1/2"1/8"10,500 lb. @ 30 rpmSynthetic Oil-35 to 3005906K623000000
     

    Oversized Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Oversized Shaft Collars.
    Wider and thicker with a larger clamping screw, these shaft collars deliver a stronger grip than standard collars. Slide them from one end of your shaft and tighten the screw. They clamp firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove them later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    3 1/4"5"1"Socket Head19951K27000000
     

    Oversized Two-Piece Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Oversized Two-Piece Shaft Collars, For Round Shafts.

    For Round Shafts

    Wider and thicker with larger clamping screws, these deliver a more powerful hold than standard two-piece collars. Attach them anywhere along a shaft when other components are already installed or you can't access the ends. They grip evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove them later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Round Shafts
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    3 1/4"5"1"Socket Head28386K270000000
     

    Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars.
    Slide these collars from one end of your shaft and tighten the clamping screw. They grip firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove them later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head16435K242000000
     

    Two-Piece Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Two Piece, For Round Shafts.

    For Round Shafts

    Attach these collars anywhere along your shaft, which helps when other components are already installed or you can't access the end. They clamp firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove collars later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—A step up from plain carbon steel collars, these withstand occasional exposure to moisture.
    303 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. These are easier to machine than other stainless steel collars.
    316 Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 303 stainless steel collars. These collars withstand salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and corrosion resistant.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Round Shafts
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head260665K59000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head22380K6800000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head260665K12000000
     
    316 Stainless Steel
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head29633T66000000
     
    Aluminum
    3 1/4"4 1/2"7/8"Socket Head260665K22000000
     
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