KARON™ Self-Lubricating Spherical and Link Bearings
Kamatics KARON™ self-lubricating spherical bearings deliver zero-maintenance performance for aircraft bearings, helicopter bearings, and defense applications. Our aerospace-grade plain bearings and rod end bearings provide superior reliability in the most demanding environments. AS9100D certified, ITAR compliant, made in the USA.
Reduce Maintenance and Extend Service Life with Low Maintenance Self-Lubricating Spherical Bearings
Our self-lubricated spherical bearings are designed and fabricated in our U.S. facility. Kamatics bearings are manufactured with conventional stainless steel alloys, or other specialized alloys based on application, temperature and environment. These self-lubricating bearings provide maintenance-free performance and extended service life for aircraft bearings, helicopter bearings, defense bearings, and marine applications. Kamatics also has a breadth of experience engineering spherical bearings and rod end bearings for use in engines, landing gear systems, and flight control assemblies.
Spherical Bearings For Aerospace, Defense, And Industrial Applications
Commercial and Military Helicopters
- Flight Control Systems
- Landing Gear Systems
- Damper Bearings
- Swash Plate Bearings
- Pitch Control Systems
- Rotor Control Systems
Commercial Fixed Wing Aircraft
- Landing Gear
- Flight Control Systems
- Vertical and Horizontal Stabilizers
Engines
- Turbines
- Cowlings and Doors
- Thrust Reversers and Nacelles
Space Vehicles and Satellites
- Flight Control Systems
- Power Systems
- Solar Array Deployment Systems
- Fuel tank attachment points
Marine
- Navigational Lock Systems
- Power Generation Systems
- Steering and Diving Mechanisms
Hydropower
- Gate Systems
- Kaplan Hub Trunnion
Maintenance-free Aerospace Bearings With Karon™ Liner Technology
KARON™ self-lubricating bearings outperform competitive oil-free bearings and grease-free bearings because our proprietary liner technology features no moisture path to the bonding substrate. Unlike other self-lubricating materials with continuous interconnecting fibers or weave, KARON™ liner systems prevent moisture infiltration that causes corrosion under the liner or significant liner swelling in moisture-laden environments.
This moisture-resistant design is critical for aircraft bearings, helicopter bearings, marine bearings, and defense bearings operating in harsh conditions. Available in multiple formulations, KARON™ bearings deliver maintenance-free performance across extreme temperatures for spherical bearings, rod end bearings, and bushings.
Other Exceptional Kamatics Products
Bushings and Journal Bearings
Track Rollers and Needle Rollers
Flexible Drive Systems
Special and Low Friction Systems
