NORTH AMERICA

Tuflite Composite Bearings

Special Configurations

Tuflite Sleeves are available in the following configurations:

• Shaped Bores - Torque transmission or resistance to rotation on combination with liner motion
• Annulars - Static and dynamic misaligning capabilities
• O.D. Lined Sleeves - used is piston bearings in cylinders

Tuflite bearings are used for non-metallic bearing applications requiring:

• Self Lubrication
  Woven Teflon* fiber and polyester fiber fabric is supported by a continuous fiberglass filament and epoxy resin matrix.
• High Load Capacity
  Normal dynamic application is from 4,000 psi to 20,000 psi; ultimate strength of 77,000 psi.
• Multiple Motion Capability
  Motions that are oscillatory, linear or full rotation, as well as combinations.
• Light Weight
  Tuflite weighs 77% less than steel, and 30% less than aluminum.
• Low Temperature Capability
  From Cryogenic temperatures up to +325º F.
• Industry Experience
  Tuflite bearings have been supplied to the Aerospace industry since 1969. Also, a line of Tuflite bearings has been qualified to MIL-B-85560 since 1985.
• Low Outgassing
  Toxicity "K" rating and thermal vacuum stability "A" rating as tested by NASA. The Maptis Material Code is 01660.