GLIDE Marine Bearing 1.125" X 1.5" X 4.5"

GLIDE Marine Bearings

GLIDE Marine Bearings are crafted from our proprietary GLIDE-100 material, renowned for its exceptional dimensional stability and near-zero water swell. This means bearings can be precisely machined to the correct clearances without the risk of expansion or loss of fit. With GLIDE-100, you can trust that your bearings will maintain their integrity and performance, ensuring smooth sailing every time.

Why Choose Glide-100

• Extends Shaft Life: Reduces wear on metal shafts
• High Load Capacity: GLIDE design load 4200 psi. Compressive yield strength 12700 psi.
• Frictional Properties: With its excellent frictional properties due to internal lubrication, this allowing higher speeds and loading in the most demanding conditions.
• Temperature Limits: With a working temperature of up to 245+F. With heavier loads, the maximum working temperature should be reduced for best performance.
• Serviceability: GLIDE-100 can be press fit, slip-fit, mechanically secured or epoxied. Electrolytic corrosion is not possible thus allowing for easily serviced bushings and no damage to the housing.
• Machinable: Glide-100 has no stress relief when machined and can hold tight tolerances.
• Food: Mixers, pumps, cart bushings, pallet jack wheel bearing, pivot bushings, meets FDA guidelines.
• Self-lubricating: Homogenous compound has 100% lubrication throughout.

Unlike traditional elastomers, rubbers, nylons, and laminates, GLIDE-100 offers remarkably low friction. Why does this matter? Reduced friction in a bearing means less heat buildup, smoother operation, and minimized wear on the entire system. The low static friction of GLIDE-100 is particularly advantageous for rudder applications, where subtle oscillating movements demand seamless directional changes. With GLIDE-100, every motion is fluid, requiring minimal effort and eliminating resistance caused by shaft torque or material swell. Experience the superior performance and reliability that set GLIDE-100 apart from conventional materials.

GLIDE FEATURES INCLUDE:

• Made in the USA
• Made from exclusive Glide 100 Polymer Material
• Diameters are precision fitted to the shaft size with correct clearance for efficient water lubrication
• Quieter and smoother than rubber lined marine bearings
• Easily installed (press or freeze fit)
• Can increase RPM / Speed
• Custom sizes available upon request
• No stress relief when machining

Boat Manufacturers That Choose Glide

• MasterCraft
• NXT  
• Malibu
• Axis
• Centurion
• Supreme
• Correct Craft
• Nautique
• Tigé
• MB Sports
• Veratti
• Canadian Electric Boats
• Vandam Custom Boats