Indron® ceramic bearings for pump and marine, developed by Techemer
Corporation, are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of
hydro-turbine pumps and marine environments. These water-lubricated
ceramic bearings offer exceptional wear and corrosion resistance,
making them ideal for applications where traditional steel bearings
may fail.
Ceramic Bearings Features and Advantages
INDRON ceramic bearing technology is leading the industry, and its
advantages of wear resistance and corrosion resistance are more and
more popular in the mining and chemical industries.
Superior Corrosion Resistance: Ceramic materials such as silicon nitride (Si3N4) and zirconium
oxide (ZrO2) exhibit excellent resistance to corrosion,
particularly in marine environments where exposure to saltwater is
common. This ensures prolonged bearing life and reliable
performance
High-Temperature Stability: Ceramic bearings maintain their integrity under high-temperature
conditions, preventing cold welding and wear failures associated
with high-speed, heavy-load operations. They can operate without
pre-lubrication, simplifying maintenance and enhancing reliability.
Reduced Friction and Wear: The inherent properties of ceramic materials result in lower
friction coefficients compared to steel, leading to reduced rolling
resistance, decreased energy consumption, and extended service
life.
Lightweight Design: Ceramic bearings are significantly lighter than their steel
counterparts, reducing the overall weight of machinery and
contributing to improved efficiency and performance.
Electrical Insulation: The non-conductive nature of ceramic materials prevents
electrical currents from passing through the bearings, eliminating
the risk of electrical erosion and extending bearing lifespan.
Water Lubricated Bearing Parameter Comparison
What bearing materials are more suitable as the materials used for
water pump guide bearings, Babbitt alloy, rubber, ceramics or new
polymer materials? It is advisable to take account of the
lubrication requirements, use environment and maintenance cycle of
the equipment.
COMMON GUIDE BEARING MATERIALS
| Bearing type | INDRON bearing | AR bearing | Ceramic bearing | Rubber bearing | Babbitt alloy bearing |
| Characteristics | The performance is close thordon, which can use more equipment
assembly methods. In addition to traditional installations by
freezing and pressurizing. It can also be installed by coating
reactive thermal polymerization Dx and cold sticking. | Good wear resistance and impact resistance. The bearing hardness is
high; the shaft sleeve is easy to wear; the temperature difference
changes greatly; there will be the risk of shelling; the price is
high. | Wear-resistant, heat-resistant, corrosion-resistant, lubricated by
pump circulating water, capable of dry grinding for a short time,
high requirement on accuracy in processing and assembly, fragile
and the most expensive. | It has a long history and mature manufacturing process, featured by
wear resistance, anti-seismic, impact resistance, convenient
assembly/disassembly and low price (only 20% of ceramic bearings
price) | Wear resistance and impact resistance require a set of more
complicated sealing and lubricating devices and mechanisms. |
| Lubricating requirements | Clean water can be used for lubrication or 150s dry start according
to the material grades. | Dry start more than 180S without clean water lubrication. | It can be lubricated by pumping medium without special clean water
lubrication. | Clean industrial water | Grease lubrication requires a grease supply lubrication system. |
| Working temperature | ≤70ºC | ≥273ºC | The bearing itself can withstand the temperature of 1,400ºC | ≤50ºC | ≤65ºC
Short time up to 80ºC |
| Application site | For pumping stations short of clean water or pumping stations
requiring short-term dry friction, hRBR grade is suitable for water
quality with moderate sediment content. | Pumping stations without clean water or pumping stations requiring
dry friction of more than 180S. | Pumping stations without clean water or pumping stations requiring
short-term dry friction. | Extensive application in any pumping stations with clean water
sources. | The liquid of the pump itself cannot be used for bearing
lubrication in the pumping station. |
| Bearing type | INDRON bearing | AR bearing | Ceramic bearing | Rubber bearing | Babbitt alloy bearing |
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Ceramic Bearings Applications
Indron® Ceramic Bearings are particularly suited for:
Hydro-Turbine Pumps: Their ability to operate efficiently in water-lubricated
environments makes them ideal for hydro-turbine applications.
Marine Equipment: The superior corrosion resistance of ceramic bearings ensures
durability and reliability in marine environments, where exposure
to saltwater and harsh conditions is prevalent.
Water-Lubricated Systems: The self-lubricating properties of ceramic materials make these
bearings suitable for systems where traditional lubrication is
challenging or undesirable.
Who Is Techemer Factory?
Our company will take integrity, quality first, customer first and
first-class service as its tenet.
| 01. Focus On Water Lubricated Bearings And Shaft Seals Since 2008 | 02. Offer Customized Bushes, Bearings And Seals Production |
| 03. Stabe Quality With Reasonable Price | 04. Fast Delivery With Online Service After Sale |
Our Strengths
Our senior material scientists and mechanical engineering
specialists have reached the international advanced level in
material design, material innovations, material manufacturing and
material applications. As a company focusing on the needs of
customers and possessing years of experience and professional
skills, we are assisting customers in solving their technical
problems and providing extraordinary material technology solutions.
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