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Trusted Manufacturer of Self-Lubricating Bearings for Critical Applications

RBC Lubron designs and custom manufactures self-lubricating bearing solutions for demanding applications and extreme operating conditions. Our engineered products are trusted in some of the world's largest infrastructure, energy, defense, and industrial projects, including bridge construction, power generation, subsea oil production, missile defense systems, and seismic isolation applications. Whether your project requires a standard bearing or a fully customized solution, our team delivers reliable, maintenance-free performance where failure is not an option.

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Bearing Product Offerings

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Lubron® HX

Engineered for long term submersion in water, the new LUBRON HX bearings feature a proprietary liner system composed of solid lubricants contained within resin bonded to corrosion resistant materials. The result is a new ultra capable bearing suitable for continuous long-term operation underwater.

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Product Offerings By Liner

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Lubron® SL

Widely used in industrial and structural applications for moderate to heavy loads and cryogenic to elevated temperatures. Solid graphite lubricants are compounded and compressed into trepanned or circular recesses. 

*Available in combination with bronze, copper, nickel, and Meehanite alloys.

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Fiberglide®

Ideal for oscillation, vibration, full rotation, and linear applications. Wrapped bushes, wear plates, and thrust washers are available in both metal and non-metal backed options. Fiberglide excels in the 2,000 to 10,000 psi load spectrum and has a low coefficient of friction. 

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Lubron® AQ

The proven choice for hydro and
marine applications. Composed of high-strength bronze alloys permanently embedded with PTFE solid lubricants, suited for underwater applications, specified by water power authorities and engineering companies worldwide.

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Lubron® TF

Offers exceptional performance for high-load low-friction applications. Constructed of woven PTFE fabric liners permanently bonded and mechanically locked to rigid bronze, stainless steel, or fiberglass backings. Capable of very low friction and high-wear resistance.

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Lubron® AE

Designed for use in nuclear power plants and nuclear-powered vessels. Capable of withstanding high radiation and high temperatures. LUBRON AE near-isotropic nuclear grade graphite solid lubricants are employed to provide long and reliable service life.

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Lubron® TR

Used for low friction and moderate load applications. Consist of pure PTFE or glass-filled PTFE resin sheets bonded to a combination of carbon steel, stainless steel, reinforced elastomer, or neoprene substrates. Recommended for loads up to 2,000 psi.

Custom Bearing Solutions Available

In addition to our standard bearing products, RBC Bearings can design and manufacture custom and specialty bearings using a variety of liner systems and configurations not listed in our catalog. Contact our engineering team for expert assistance in selecting the right solution for your application.

Product Information & Technical Resources

Browse our Catalogs page for comprehensive Lubron product literature, catalogs, and technical information to help you find the right bearing solution for your application.

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