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Suggestions on non-standard bearing application

Suggestions on non-standard bearing application

Suggestions on non-standard bearing application

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I have rod that must actuate a rotating lever.  The interface between the rod and lever must have rolling/sliding contact.

I currently have a clasp and “bearing rod” on the end that interface with the lever.
There will be a limited amount of rotational movement on the “bearing rod”.

Since the assembly is currently designed as low carbon steel, I have been looking at a self-lubricating insert of the “bearing rod”

This insert can not be a full round, probably a 120° window.

15,000 lb max force on the lever.
Low creep
High load
Self-lubricating

I have a PDF file to help explain, where can I upload it?

RE: Suggestions on non-standard bearing application

This sounds like a good application for brgs. provided by igus or some other similar manufacturer. igus link is listed below.

igus.bdol.com/drylinr.asp

Good Luck!



RE: Suggestions on non-standard bearing application


Self lubricating.
Low creep.
Consider fiber re-enforced thermosetting resin composite bearing materials. As a general rule they do not creep, and a number have enormous compression strength as well as contain various dry lubricants.

High Load.
If you can, design to reduce pressure on the bearing sliding/rolling interface by increasing the actual contact surface area.

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