Lubron® Bearing Systems0 pages

RBC LUBRON BEARING SYSTEMS
We design and custom manufacture self-lubricating bearings for
demanding applications and tough operating conditions. Our products
are used in some of the largest projects and most critical applications
on the planet, from power generation to bridge building, from rocket
launching to subsea oil production, from missile defense systems to
earthquake seismic isolation.

Innovation. Commitment. Quality.
Lubron® Bearing Systems

RBC has been producing bearings in the USA since 1919. In addition to unique custom bearings,
RBC offers a full line of standard industrial and aerospace bearings, including:

Tapered Roller Thrust Bearings

Manufacturing Capabilities
Our manufacturing facilities are state-of-the-art, flexible and capable of
complex tasks with precision accuracy. We have in-house CNC machining
capabilities for up to 80” (2000 mm) in size. Our diverse design and
manufacturing skills combine to assure consistent quality and reliable
performance.

Quality Assurance
Lubron self-lubricating bearings are manufactured and inspected in
compliance with the requirements of ISO 9001.

Testing & Development
Prototype and full scale production testing is performed in-house or by
independent testing laboratories. In-house testing equipment includes
hydraulic presses capable of sliding and rotational movement. Maximum
vertical load testing capacity is 4 million pounds.

Engineering Services
We offer a variety of engineering services from custom design of selflubricating bearings, selection of bearing materials, and testing of bearings
to simulate load, movement, velocity, temperature and other environmental
conditions present during the actual operation of Lubron maintenance-free
bearings. On-site engineering services are available upon request.

Needle Roller Bearings

Case-hardened tapered roller thrust bearings
for oilfield top drives and swivels. Available in
full compliment - maximum capacity versions.

Pitchlign® caged heavy duty needle
roller bearings ideal for cross head
bearings applications. These double
row bearings are available in single row
and TandemRoller® versions.

Cylindrical Roller Bearings
Cylindrical roller bearings designed for mud
pump pinion and eccentric positions. Fully
interchangeable to industry standards.

Cam Followers
Standard stud, heavy stud, yoke type,
caged roller followers. Patented RBC Roller®
cylindrical roller cam followers, HexLube®
universal cam followers, airframe track rollers.

TP Series Bearings
RBC’s TP Series cylindrical roller thrust bearings ideal for crane hooks, oil well swivels,
winch systems, and gear boxes. Fully interchangeable with industry standard offering.

Lubron® Bearings
Lubron® self-lubricating bearings designed and
custom manufactured in most any size, material
and bearing configuration. Applications include
hydro power and water control, nuclear power
generation, infrastructure, architecture, offshore
marine, industrial, machinery and heavy equipment.

Design-Build
We work with all members of Design-Build teams and Public-Private
Partnerships during the design, bidding and construction processes to identify
and evaluate bearing requirements and provide best value bearing solutions.

Spherical Plain Bearings
Radial, angular contact, extended inner ring,
high misalignment. QuadLube®, ImpactTuff®,
SpreadLock® Seal, CrossLube®, DuraLube™,
and self-lubricating bearings. Available in
inch and metric sizes.

Tapered Roller Bearings
Single, double, & multi row versions available for main bearing positions in mud
pumps, gear boxes, etc. Bearings are constructed of case hardened steel washers
and rollers with bore size of 11" or greater.

Slewing Ring Bearings
Four point ball bearings and three axis
roller bearings for marine crane applications. Bearings are available in
caged versions and with internal or
external gears up to 169" in diameter.

Self-Lubricating Bearings
Radial, thrust, rod ends, spherical
bearings, high temperature, high loads.
Available in inch and metric sizes.
Fiberglide® self-lubricating bearings.

Commercial Rod Ends
Commercial and industrial, precision,
Mil-Spec series, self-lubricating, and
aircraft. Sold under the Heim® Unibal®
,
,
and Spherco® names. Available in inch
and metric sizes.

Ball Bearings
Precision ground, semiground, unground. High loads, long life, smooth
operation. Nice® branded products are
offered in caged and full complement
configurations.

Thin Section Ball Bearings

Catalogs
Catalogs are available from our website www.lubron.com and
www.rbcbearings.com. Contact RBC Lubron Bearing Systems
for any additional information.

Specials

Standard cross sections to one inch. Bore
sizes to 40 inches. Stainless steel and other
materials are available. Seals are available on
all sizes and standard cross sections. Super
duplex configurations.

RBC manufactures many specialty
bearings for the aerospace, oil and
energy, semiconductor equipment,
packaging, transportation, and other
industries.

RBC Lubron Bearings Systems, Inc.
10620 Lawson River Avenue
Fountain Valley, CA 92708 USA

www.rbcbearings.com

www.lubron.com
www.rbcbearings.com
714.841.3007

This document contains a general overview of the products and features described herein. It is solely for informational purposes, does not represent a warranty of the information contained
herein, and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy. Contact RBC Bearings Incorporated for detailed information suitable to your specific applications. RBC Bearings
Incorporated reserves the right to modify its products and related product information at any time without prior notice. Some of the products listed herein may be covered by one or more
issued and pending U.S. or foreign patents. Contact RBC Bearings for product specific information.
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SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS
It takes a unique company to combine 100 years of bearing expertise and knowledge
to provide the industry with innovative solutions.
RBC Bearings is that company!

RBC Lubron Bearings Systems, Inc.
10620 Lawson River Avenue
Fountain Valley, CA 92708 USA

www.lubron.com
www.rbcbearings.com
714.841.3007