LILY Bearing Blog

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What Is a Sleeve Bearing? Types, Materials, Uses & How It Works

If you've ever taken apart a pump, an electric motor, or a piece of heavy industrial equipment, you've almost certainly encountered a sleeve bearing...

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Flanged Sleeve Bearings: Types, Dimensions & Selection Guide

What Is a Flanged Sleeve Bearing? In most shaft-and-housing assemblies, retaining a plain bushing axially requires either a shoulder machined into...

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What Are Bushings? Materials, How They Work & How to Choose

A shaft spinning inside a housing, metal grinding against metal — without a bushing, that's a wear problem waiting to happen. With the right one...

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Sleeve Bearing vs Ball Bearing

When it comes to selecting the right bearing for a mechanical application, two types dominate the conversation: sleeve bearings and ball bearings....