Fibrex Bearings

Fibrex® material are specifically designed for bearings. They consist of a unique fabric weave of PTFE Glass fibers which is bonded to a stainless-steel backing with a durable adhesive. The PTFE fibers provide extremely low friction while the glass fibers provide structural support and a surface for bonding.
The stainless-steel backing provides extreme load-bearing capabilities beyond the range of solid PTFE and any other solid-lubricant bearing.
Fibrex® Bearings are a unique thin-wall bearing design that offers the strength and stability of a stainless-steel body with the low coefficient of friction (.05-.1) and tribological properties of a reinforced PTFE matrix. With a maximum bearing load of 50,000 psi and the ability to withstand temperatures up to 350°F, our Fibrex® bearing is dimensionally stable, self-lubricating, non-conductive, and non-magnetic.
Both radial-bearing and thrust-washer designs are available. Applications include valves, commercial fire sprinkler systems, mixers, blenders, swivels, and extruders.
Consider Fibrex® when
Corrosive substances are present
Contamination from lubricants is not tolerated
Replacement is critical and costly
High impact loads are encountered
Bearings will be subjected to very high loads at low speed
Lubricant films cannot be maintained in the bearing area
Custom sizes are needed
.027” - .090” Thickness
8” max diameter
8” max length