Bowman WMU\u00ae PTFE lined flanged bearings are engineered for applications requiring reliable radial support together with accurate axial location in a single, compact bearing solution. Manufactured with a robust carbon steel backing, a porous sintered bronze interlayer, and a low-friction PTFE sliding surface, these steel backed flanged bearings are ideal for dry-running, low-maintenance applications where consistent performance and long service life are essential. The integrated flange eliminates the need for separate thrust washers in many designs, simplifying assembly while reducing component count and installation time. <\/p>\n
The flange is specifically designed to accommodate axial loads while the cylindrical bearing section supports radial loads, making these bearings an efficient solution for applications experiencing combined loading conditions. Their low-friction PTFE surface delivers excellent wear resistance and smooth operation without continuous lubrication, making them highly effective as dry running flanged bushings in environments where grease contamination must be avoided or regular maintenance is impractical. This combination of radial and axial load capability makes WMU\u00ae bearings suitable for oscillating movements, intermittent motion, and low-to-medium speed applications. <\/p>\n
As an experienced flanged bearing manufacturer, Bowman supplies metric flanged plain bearings and imperial flanged bearings UK from stock to support fast delivery and reduced lead times. For specialist applications, our in-house machining service is able to manufacture non-standard sizes, ensuring customers receive components precisely matched to their equipment and operating conditions. Bronze-backed variants are also available on request where specific performance or corrosion resistance is required. <\/p>\n
WMU\u00ae PTFE flanged bushings are widely used in hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling systems, industrial automation, marine equipment, and general engineering applications. Their low friction flanged bushing design helps reduce wear, minimise maintenance requirements, and extend equipment service life, making them a dependable choice for demanding industrial environments where reliability and efficiency are critical.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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