Product Details
Double Butterfly Welded Joint Sintered Bimetal Bearing Bushes Cylindrical are a type of high-performance bushings specifically designed for applications that require both strength and durability. These bushings feature a unique cylindrical shape and are constructed from sintered bimetal materials, which combine the properties of two different metals to optimize performance.
The double butterfly welded joint design is a key aspect of these bushings. This configuration allows for greater flexibility and adaptability, enabling the bushings to fit into a variety of mechanical systems with precision and stability. The welded joint also ensures a strong and secure connection, minimizing the risk of failure or leakage.
The sintered bimetal material used in these bushings offers excellent wear resistance and durability. The outer layer, typically made of a harder metal, resists abrasion and corrosion, while the inner layer, often softer, provides improved lubrication and reduces friction. This combination of properties ensures smooth and reliable operation over extended periods.
The cylindrical shape of the bushings allows them to fit into round or cylindrical holes, providing a secure and stable support for rotating or sliding parts. This shape also optimizes the distribution of loads, reducing stress concentrations and enhancing the overall lifespan of the bushings.
In summary, Double Butterfly Welded Joint Sintered Bimetal Bearing Bushes Cylindrical are high-quality components designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty and high-performance applications. Their unique design and material composition ensure smooth operation, durability, and reliability, making them an excellent choice for a wide range of mechanical systems.
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We believe that by being creative and constantly striving to challenge ourselves we provide the highest-quality bimetal bearing from china.
The bimetal bushing is steel backed with high-quality with tin-lead-bronze alloy(CuSn10Pb10) sintered on its surface.
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Bimetal bearing bushes have high-performance environmentally friendly dual metal bearings that are customer-specified products. bimetal bearing bushes use low-carbon steel plate as supporting base and powder metallurgy sintering and rolling processes to form a leadless CuSn8Ni steel-copper alloy product. The materials in this product meet RoHS directory/regulation/rule, under certain circumstances can substitute for JF800 products. bimetal bearing bushes have a high load-bearing capacity and good wear-resistance. Its shortcoming is that it cannot be used without oil lubrication. In places where oil lubrication is sufficient, bimetal bearing bushes have superior performance.
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Bimetal bearings are able to handle heavy loads and shock-loading conditions. Our bimetal bearings have anti-corrosion capabilities and are easy to install, making them ideal for emergency replacements.
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The designing of oil indentations |
In order to fully lubricate the bush when in the performance, the indentations with size as following are recommended. They should be manufactured according to the standard below if without special requirements. |
Bush O.D | More than to | 14~22 | 22!44 | 40~50 | 50~100 | 100~180 |
Lubricating hole | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 7 |
The lubricating hole should be away from the butt joint and loading area and designed to be easy-oil-feeding as well. |
Normal thickness of the JF bimetal and their tolerances |
Tolerance Thickness | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 5 |
Thickness of steel backing | 0.6 | 1 | 1.4 | 1.9 | 2.3 | 2.8 | 3.2 | 4 |
Thickness of bronze layer | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 1.0 |
Manufacturable wall thickness | 1+0.25 +0.15 | 1.5+0.25 +0.15 | 2+0.25 +0.15 | 2.5+0.25 +0.15 | 3+0.25 +0.15 | 3.5+0.25 +0.15 | 4+0.25 +0.15 | 4+0.25 +0.15 |
Manufactured wall thickness | 1-0.025 | 1.5-0.03 | 2-0.035 | 2.5-0.04 | 3-0.045 | 3.5-0.05 | 4-0.055 | 4-0.06 |
JF JF Bimetal Bushing chemical composition |
Tolerance Thickness | JF-800 | JF-720 | JF-700 | JF-20 |
Cu | Remainder | Remainder | Remainder | 0.7~1.3 |
Pb | 9.0~11.0 | 21.0~27.0 | 26.0~33.0 | - |
Sn | 9.0~11.0 | 3.0~4.5 | 0.5 | 17.5~22.5 |
Zn | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | - |
P | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | |
Fe | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
Ni | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
Sb | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | - |
Ai | - | - | - | |
Si | - | - | - | 0.7 |
Mn | - | - | - | 0.7 |
Ti | - | - | - | 0.2 |
Other | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
JFBimetel Bushing Physical properties |
Physical properties | JF-800 | JF-720 | JF-700 | JF-20 |
Max. static load pressure N/mm2 | 150 | 130 | 120 | 100 |
Tensile strength N/mm2 | 150 | 150 | 200 | 200 |
Max. speed(oil) m/s | 5 | 10 | 15 | 25 |
Friction coef(Oill) | 0.06~0.14 | 0.06~0.16 | 0.08~0.16 | 0.08~0.17 |
PV limit N/mm2 m/s | Grease | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.5 | - |
Oil | 10 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
“Sapphire Fatigue Calss Mpa | 125 | 115 | 105 | 85 |

Type:-Flanged
-Solid Bronze
-Welded Joint
-Split Joint
-Clench Lock
-Sintered / Powder Metal
-Graphite Impregnated
Application
The bimetal bushing will most notably benefit transmissions and truck brakes as well as agricultural, mechanical handling and lifting applications. They boast a high load capacity and very good resistance to fatigue strength at high temperatures.
Bimetal bearings are able to handle heavy loads and shock-loading conditions. Our bimetal bearings have anti-corrosion capabilities and are easy to install, making them ideal for emergency replacements.VIIPLUS is available with stainless steel, carbon steel, or bronze backing.
Bushings are made of Steel backed lead bronze lined bushings and have the following layers:
- Sinter bronze powder: good wear resistance and excellent load-carrying capacity.
- Steel backing gives exceptionally high load carrying capacity, excellent heat dissipation.
- Copper plating 0.002mm, good corrosion resistance.
Bimetal bearings thin-walled bushings are available with stainless steel, carbon steel, or bronze backing. Bimetal Bushings are able to handle heavy loads and shock-loading conditions. Our bimetal bearings have anti-corrosion capabilities and are easy to install, making them ideal for emergency replacements.
This is a bimetal bearing material in which aluminum alloy and copper alloy comprise a two- or three-layer structure with a steel backing. This structure, whose mechanical strength is high, can be used under lubricated conditions and high-speed/high-load operation.
It can be made from a variety of different materials, depending on the application, use conditions, and lubrication.
Load capability can be improved by oil holes, grooves, etc., depending on lubrication conditions. In some cases, a dry bearing can also be used under lubricated conditions.
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Viiplus offers a broad range of sizes, forms, and materials in monometallic and bimetallic bearings. Bimetal and metal bearings offer excellent corrosion resistance in industrial outdoor applications and in water, marine, and offshore environments.
What is Bimetal Bearings & Bushings?
Bimetallic bearing is one of the bearing lubrication systems, the product is high-quality low carbon steel back as substrate, the bronze alloy on the surface, through several high-temperature sintering and density and rolled copper and steel bimetallic strip coiling, suitable for medium and high impact load under bush and thrust washer and so on many kinds of USES.
Bimetal Bearing Bushings are composed of two metal strips, in two different materials; The first is normally in steel/bronze / stainless steel backed with low friction and excellent wear resistance.
- JF800 Oilless Bimetal Sliding Self Lubricating Bearing Bushing
- JF800 Steel + Lead Bronze Powder Conventional lubricating
Characteristic
Oilless Bimetal Bronze Steel Bearing Bushes, Split Bush Bearing VSB-80 Standard Size Custom composite CuPb10Sn10 bimetal bush high-quality oilless JF800 Bimetal Metal Bushing
- Wrapped composite sliding bearing
- Copper-plated or tin-plated steel/bronze
- Low-maintenance
- With lubrication pockets
Steel backing gives exceptionally high load carrying capacity, excellent heat dissipation. Sintered bronze powder gives good wear resistance and excellent load-carrying capacity. Copper plating has good corrosion resistance.
Bimetal bearing with steel backing and bronze overlay
Lead-free bearing composition with indents as reservoir for the grease, also available without indents
High load capacity, very good resistance to fatigue strength at high temperatures
Suited to harsh operating conditions
Particularly suitable for high specific loads with oscillating motion and low frequency
Fine turned shafts suitable

Typical Application
This material is recommended to be used under the medium speed and medium load condition with oil or grease lubricating. It is widely used for motor rod ends, Kingpin bushing, undercarriage rollers, hydraulic cylinder rod eyes of construction machines, and spherical joint bearings of agricultural machines. Because this material is with lead, the specific parts are not allowed to be used according to certain laws or regulations. Widely used in the automotive, common industrial-like steering gear, power steering, pedal bushes, king-pin bushes, tailgate pivots, mechanical handling, lifting equipment, hydraulic motors, agricultural machines, etc.
- Forklifts bushing
- Pallet Trucks bushing
- Cranes bronze bushes
- Excavators bearing bronze
Technical Data
Dynamic load limit | 60N/mm² |
Static Load | 120N/mm² |
frictional coefficient | 0.08~0.2 |
PV limit | 2.8N/mm²*m/s |
Max Speed | >2m/s |
Temp.limit | -40°C~+250°C |

Properties
- For high load capacity and oscillating movement, as well as for rough operation and temperature load. Long-run lubrication because of lubricant storage.
Materials
- Support material Steel copper-plated / tin-plated
- Sliding layerCuPb10Sn10
Tolerance Details
- Housing ØH7
- Bushing inner-Ø after mountingH9
- Shaft tolerancef7 to h8
Maintenance
- is a low-maintenance composite sliding bearing, but primary lubrication is necessary. Oil or grease lubrication is possible. Due to solid lubricant storages, lubrication clearances are reduced to a minimum!

Bimetal Bushings Size
| JF800 Bimetallic bearing size and fit tolerance table | d | D | Well Thickness | O.D. Tolerance | l.D.(H8) Tolerance | H7 Housing Bore | f7 Joumal Diameter | f1 | f2 | L0-0.40 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 80 | 90 | 100 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 12 +0.065 +0.030 | 10 +0.022 -0.000 | 12 +0.018 | 10 -0.013 -0.000 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1010 | 1015 | 1020 | | | | | | | | | 12 | 14 | 14 +0.065 +0.030 | 12 +0.027 -0.000 | 14 +0.018 | 12 -0.016 -0.000 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1210 | 1215 | 1220 | | | | | | | | | 14 | 16 | 16 +0.065 +0.030 | 14 +0.027 -0.000 | 16 +0.018 | 14 -0.016 -0.000 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1410 | 1415 | 1420 | | | | | | | | | 15 | 17 | 17 +0.065 +0.030 | 15 +0.027 -0.000 | 17 +0.018 | 15 -0.016 -0.000 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 1510 | 1515 | 1520 | | | | | | | | | 16 | 18 | 18 +0.075 +0.035 | 16 +0.027 -0.000 | 18 +0.018 | 16 -0.016 -0.000 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 1610 | 1615 | 1620 | | | | | | | | | 18 | 20 | 20 +0.075 +0.035 | 18 +0.033 -0.000 | 20 +0.021 | 18 -0.016 -0.000 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 1810 | 1815 | 1820 | 1825 | | | | | | | | 20 | 23 | 1.5 | 23 +0.075 +0.035 | 20 +0.033 -0.000 | 23 +0.021 | 20 -0.033 -0.000 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025 | | | | | | | | 22 | 25 | 25 +0.075 +0.035 | 22 +0.033 -0.000 | 25 +0.021 | 22 -0.033 -0.000 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 2210 | 2215 | 2220 | 2225 | | | | | | | | 24 | 27 | 27 +0.075 +0.035 | 24 +0.033 -0.000 | 27 +0.021 | 24 -0.033 -0.000 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 2410 | 2415 | 2420 | 2425 | 2430 | | | | | | | 25 | 28 | 28 +0.075 +0.035 | 25 +0.033 -0.000 | 28 +0.021 | 25 -0.033 -0.000 | 1.0 | 0.5 | | 2515 | 2520 | 2525 | 2530 | | | | | | | 26 | 30 | 2 | 30 +0.075 +0.035 | 26 +0.033 -0.000 | 30 +0.021 | 26 -0.033 -0.000 | 1.0 | 0.5 | | 2615 | 2620 | 2625 | 2630 | | | | | | | 28 | 32 | 32 +0.085 +0.045 | 28 +0.033 -0.000 | 32 +0.025 | 28 -0.033 -0.000 | 1.0 | 0.5 | | 2815 | 2820 | 2825 | 2830 | 2840 | | | | | | 30 | 34 | 34 +0.085 +0.045 | 30 +0.039 -0.000 | 34 +0.025 | 30 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.2 | 0.6 | | 3015 | 3020 | 3025 | 3030 | 3040 | | | | | | 32 | 36 | 36 +0.085 +0.045 | 32 +0.039 -0.000 | 36 +0.025 | 32 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.2 | 0.6 | | 3215 | 3220 | 3225 | 3230 | 3240 | | | | | | 35 | 39 | 39 +0.085 +0.045 | 35 +0.039 -0.000 | 39 +0.025 | 35 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.2 | 0.6 | | | 3520 | 3525 | 3530 | 3540 | 3550 | | | | | 38 | 42 | 42 +0.085 +0.045 | 38 +0.039 -0.000 | 42 +0.025 | 38 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.2 | 0.6 | | | 3820 | 3825 | 3830 | 3840 | 3850 | | | | | 40 | 44 | 44 +0.085 +0.045 | 40 +0.039 -0.000 | 44 +0.025 | 40 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.2 | 0.6 | | | 4020 | 4025 | 4030 | 4040 | 4050 | | | | | 45 | 50 | 2.5 | 50 +0.085 +0.045 | 45 +0.039 -0.000 | 50 +0.025 | 45 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | 4525 | 4530 | 4540 | 4550 | | | | | 50 | 55 | 55 +0.100 +0.055 | 50 +0.039 -0.000 | 44 +0.030 | 50 -0.039 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 5030 | 5040 | 5050 | 5060 | | | | 55 | 60 | 60 +0.100 +0.055 | 55 +0.046 -0.000 | 60 +0.030 | 55 -0.046 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 5530 | 5540 | 5550 | 5560 | | | | 60 | 65 | 65 +0.100 +0.055 | 60 +0.046 -0.000 | 65 +0.030 | 60 -0.046 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 6030 | 6040 | 6050 | 6060 | | | | 65 | 70 | 70 +0.100 +0.055 | 65 +0.046 -0.000 | 70 +0.030 | 65 -0.046 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 6530 | 6540 | 6550 | 6560 | | | | 70 | 75 | 75 +0.100 +0.055 | 70 +0.046 -0.000 | 75 +0.030 | 50 -0.046 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 7030 | 7040 | 7050 | 7060 | 7080 | | | 75 | 80 | 80 +0.100 +0.055 | 75 +0.046 -0.000 | 80 +0.035 | 75 -0.046 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | 7530 | 7540 | 7550 | 7560 | | | | 80 | 85 | 85 +0.100 +0.070 | 80 +0.054 -0.000 | 85 +0.035 | 80 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.5 | 1.0 | | | | | | 8040 | 8050 | 8060 | 8080 | | | 84 | 90 | 3 | 90 +0.120 +0.070 | 84 +0.054 -0.028 | 90 +0.035 | 84 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | 8440 | 8450 | 8460 | 8480 | | | 89 | 95 | 95 +0.120 +0.070 | 89 +0.054 -0.028 | 95 +0.035 | 89 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | 8940 | 8950 | 8960 | 8980 | | | 94 | 100 | 100 +0.120 +0.070 | 94 +0.054 -0.028 | 100 +0.035 | 94 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 9450 | 9460 | 9480 | | | 99 | 105 | 105 +0.120 +0.070 | 99 +0.054 -0.028 | 105 +0.035 | 99 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 9950 | 9960 | 9980 | | | 104 | 110 | 110 +0.120 +0.070 | 104 +0.054 -0.028 | 110 +0.035 | 104 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 10450 | 10460 | 10480 | | | 109 | 115 | 115 +0.120 +0.070 | 109 +0.054 -0.028 | 115 +0.035 | 109 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 10950 | 10960 | 10980 | | | 114 | 120 | 120 +0.120 +0.070 | 114 +0.054 -0.028 | 120 +0.040 | 114 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 11450 | 11460 | 11480 | | | 119 | 125 | 125 +0.170 +0.100 | 119 +0.054 -0.028 | 125 +0.040 | 119 -0.054 -0.000 | 1.8 | 1.2 | | | | | | | 11950 | 11960 | 11980 | | | 123 | 130 | 3.5 | 130 +0.170 +0.100 | 123 +0.054 -0.028 | 1130 +0.040 | 123 -0.054 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | 12350 | 12360 | 12380 | | 123100 | 128 | 135 | 135 +0.170 +0.100 | 128 +0.063 -0.028 | 135 +0.040 | 128 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | 12850 | 12860 | 12880 | | 128100 | 133 | 140 | 140 +0.170 +0.100 | 133 +0.063 -0.028 | 140 +0.040 | 133 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | 13350 | 13360 | 13380 | | 133100 | 138 | 145 | 145 +0.170 +0.100 | 138 +0.063 -0.028 | 145 +0.040 | 138 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 13860 | 13880 | | 138100 | 143 | 150 | 150 +0.170 +0.100 | 143 +0.063 -0.028 | 150 +0.040 | 143 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 14360 | 14380 | | 143100 | 148 | 155 | 155 +0.170 +0.100 | 148 +0.063 -0.028 | 155 +0.040 | 148 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 14860 | 14880 | | 14890 | 153 | 160 | 160 +0.170 +0.100 | 153 +0.063 -0.028 | 160 +0.040 | 153 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 15360 | 15380 | | 15390 | 158 | 165 | 165 +0.170 +0.100 | 158 +0.063 -0.028 | 165 +0.040 | 158 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 15860 | 15880 | | 158100 | 163 | 170 | 170 +0.170 +0.100 | 163 +0.063 -0.028 | 170 +0.040 | 163 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 16360 | 16380 | | 163100 | 168 | 175 | 175 +0.170 +0.100 | 168 +0.063 -0.028 | 175 +0.040 | 168 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 16860 | 16880 | | 168100 | 173 | 180 | 180 +0.170 +0.100 | 173 +0.063 -0.028 | 180 +0.040 | 173 -0.063 -0.000 | 2 | 1.5 | | | | | | | | 17360 | 17380 | | 173100 | | | | |
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Company Profile
Beyond Grease: A Deep Dive into Oilless Bushings & Why Viiplus
Leads the Way
Friction is the enemy of efficiency. In countless machines, from
massive industrial equipment to intricate automotive components,
the constant battle against wear and tear dictates performance,
longevity, and maintenance costs. Traditionally, grease and oil
have been the go-to solutions, but they come with their own set of
challenges: frequent re-lubrication, potential contamination,
environmental concerns, and limitations in extreme conditions.
Enter the world of oilless bushings, also known as self-lubricating bearings or sliding bearings. These innovative components offer a smarter way to manage
friction, delivering reliable movement without the need for
external lubrication.
At Viiplus (www.viiplus.com), we don't just supply these components; we engineer solutions.
Leveraging deep expertise in metallurgy and tribology (the science
of friction, wear, and lubrication), we've become a leading name in
sliding bearing technology. But what exactly are oilless bushings, and why should they be on your radar? Let's dive
deeper.
What Exactly Are Oilless Bushings? The Science of Self-Lubrication
Unlike traditional ball or roller bearings that rely on rolling
elements and require constant lubrication films, oilless bushings
operate on the principle of sliding motion. Their "magic" lies in their material composition and structure,
designed to provide their own lubrication at the bearing surface.
This can be achieved through several key technologies:
Solid Lubricants Embedded: Materials like graphite, MoS₂, or PTFE are embedded directly into
the metallic matrix (often bronze) of the bushing. As the shaft
rotates or slides, a minuscule amount of this solid lubricant is
transferred to the mating surface, creating a low-friction film.
Porous Metal Structures: Sintered bronze or iron materials are created with microscopic
pores. These pores are vacuum-impregnated with oil during
manufacturing. In operation, slight heating causes the oil to
expand and seep onto the bearing surface, providing lubrication.
When it cools, the capillary action draws the oil back in, creating
a closed-loop system.
Layered Composites: These often feature a strong backing (like steel), an intermediate
sintered layer (like bronze), and a low-friction overlay (often
PTFE-based). The PTFE layer provides the primary sliding surface,
offering extremely low friction.
Contrasting Logic: Oilless vs. Traditionally Lubricated Bearings
Lubrication | Internal / Self-Contained | Requires External Grease/Oil Application |
Maintenance | Minimal to None (Maintenance-Free) | Regular Re-lubrication Schedule Required |
Contamination | Low Risk (No external grease traps dirt) | High Risk (Grease attracts and holds contaminants) |
Operating Temp. | Wider Range (Specific material dependent) | Often Limited by Grease/Oil Properties |
Cleanliness | High (No leakage) | Potential for Grease/Oil Leakage |
Design | Simpler (No grease nipples/pathways) | More Complex (Requires lubrication access) |
Initial Cost | Potentially Higher | Potentially Lower |
Total Cost (TCO) | Often Lower (Reduced maintenance, downtime) | Can be Higher (Lubricant, labor, downtime costs) |
The Tangible Benefits: Why Make the Switch?
Choosing oilless bushings isn't just about eliminating grease guns.
It's about unlocking significant operational advantages:
Drastically Reduced Maintenance: This is the most obvious benefit. No re-greasing means less labor,
less scheduled downtime, and simplified maintenance protocols.
Imagine the savings across a factory floor!
Enhanced Reliability: Lubricant starvation is a major cause of bearing failure.
Self-lubricating bearings ensure consistent lubrication, leading to
predictable performance and longer service life, especially in
hard-to-reach locations.
Superior Performance in Harsh Conditions: Oilless bushings excel where traditional lubricants fail:
High Temperatures: Certain types can operate at temperatures far exceeding the limits
of conventional greases.
Low Temperatures: No grease means no stiffening or freezing issues.
Contaminated Environments: The absence of sticky grease reduces the ingress of dirt, dust, and
debris.
Vacuum or Underwater: Ideal for applications where liquid lubricants are impractical or
impossible.
Cost Savings (Total Cost of Ownership): While the initial purchase price might sometimes be higher, the TCO
is often significantly lower due to savings on lubricants, labor,
downtime, and potential component failure replacement.
Environmental Friendliness: Eliminating oil and grease leakage prevents contamination of
products, machinery, and the environment. Crucial for industries
like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
Compact & Simplified Designs: Without the need for lubrication systems (nipples, lines,
reservoirs), machine designs can be more compact and streamlined.
Exploring Viiplus's Portfolio: Finding Your Solution
Viiplus offers a comprehensive range of self-lubricating bearings
designed to meet diverse application needs. Understanding the
different series helps in selection:
JDB Series (Graphite Plugged Bronze): Excellent for high-load, low-speed applications, intermittent
motion, and high temperatures. The graphite plugs provide
continuous solid lubrication. Ideal for heavy machinery, molds, and
hydraulic components.
SF Series (PTFE-Based Composite): Typically metal-backed (SF-1: steel, SF-2: steel/bronze) with a
PTFE-based lining. Offers very low friction, good wear resistance,
and suitability for dry running or marginal lubrication. Common in
automotive, office equipment, and hydraulics.
JF Series (Bimetal Bushings): Combines a steel backing with a sintered bronze or lead-bronze
lining. Good load capacity and fatigue strength. Often used with
grease or oil but can operate marginally lubricated. Found in
engines, chassis parts, and agricultural machinery.
FB Series (Wrapped Bronze): Often made from bronze strip, sometimes with lubrication pockets or
through-holes. A cost-effective solution for medium loads and
speeds, typically requiring initial greasing but offering extended
re-lubrication intervals.
Quick Comparison Chart (General Guide):
JDB (Graphite Plugged) | Very High | Low | Very High | Excellent | Heavy Industry, Molds, High Temp Equipment |
SF-1 (PTFE Composite) | High | Moderate | Moderate | Excellent | Automotive, Hydraulics, General Machinery |
JF (Bimetal) | High | Moderate | Moderate | Limited | Engines, Transmissions, Construction Equip. |
FB (Wrapped Bronze) | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Poor (Needs Lube) | General Purpose, Linkages, Pivot Points |
(Note: This is a simplified guide. Always consult specific product
data sheets or Viiplus experts for precise application
requirements.)
Uncertain which material or type suits your project? Our Bushing Material Selection Guide is designed to help, or Contact Us for a Free Quote and Expert Advice.
Why Partner with Viiplus? Expertise Meets Quality
Choosing the right supplier is as critical as choosing the right
bushing. Here’s why companies worldwide trust Viiplus:
Deep Expertise: Our foundation in metallurgy and tribology, coupled with a talented
R&D team, means we understand the science behind reliable
movement. We don't just sell; we solve friction challenges.
Uncompromising Quality: We employ advanced manufacturing techniques (including sand
casting, centrifugal casting, metal casting, investment casting)
and a rigorous quality management system, ensuring every bushing
meets the highest standards.
Comprehensive Range: From standard metric sizes in JDB, SF, JF, and FB series to custom
solutions including cylindrical, flange, double flange bushings,
wear plates, and guide rails – we have the portfolio to match your
needs.
Global Reach, Seamless Logistics: Based in China, we ship sliding bearings worldwide. Our
professional team handles customs clearance efficiently, ensuring
smooth, timely delivery with all necessary documentation.
Customer-Centric Approach: We believe in ethical practices and building trust. We offer
flexible production (single units to large series), competitive
pricing, and online support.