TECHNICAL REFERENCE
Technical Overview
Rexnord Tuflite® self-lubricated composite bearings offer maintenance free operation and maximum life. The bearing matrix is constructed with woven Teflon® fiber and continuous strands of fiberglass and epoxy resin. Typical applications include pivot, oscillating, linear and slow speed full rotation. Design and application engineers are available to assist equipment designers.
Rexnord's extensive range of product configurations allows for excellent design flexibility.
Technical Data |
Construction
Woven Teflon® fiber and polyester fiber liner supported by filament wound continuous fiberglass and epoxy resin matrix.
Load Capacity
Typical dynamic loads: 4,000 to 30,000 psi
Ultimate Strength: 77,000 psi (for 1/8" wall section)
Product Availability
Catalog and made to order bearings are available in imperial and metric dimensions. |
Temperature
Continuous: Cryogenic to +325°F
Intermittent: +400°F, special resin system available to +450°F
Coefficient of Friction
Static & dynamic: .20 to .07
Configurations
Round, square, hex and custom shape bores
Size Range
1/8" to 26" inside diameter round bores, consult with Rexnord for shaped bores. |
Features & Benefits |
Features
- Self-lubricating
- Lightweight: Weighs 77% less than steel and 30% less than aluminum
- Non-metallic construction
- Filament wound composite construction
- Seizure resistant material
|
Benefits
- Maintenance free
- Easier handling, reduced equimpent weight
- Resists chemical, fretting and galvanic corrosion and operates in fresh and salt water environments
- High strength dynamic operation up to 30,000 psi
- Will not seize or gall shaft
|
TEFLON® brand fibers are manufactured by Toray Fluorofibers (America); TEFLON® is a registered trademark of the DuPont Company used under license by TFA. |
Information Request