Thordon SXL has been a common choice in the marine industry—but
it’s not the only one. INDRON® TSTN Rudder Bearings offer a
reliable, self-lubricating, long-life solution designed for
heavy-duty rudder systems operating in water-lubricated
environments. Tested in harsh real-world marine conditions, INDRON®
bearings deliver extended performance where it matters most.
INDRON® Rudder bearing Material
Whether you're dealing with retrofit or newbuild, INDRON® TSTN
bearings can be customized to match Thordon SXL dimensions with
ease.
COMMON GUIDE BEARING MATERIALS |
| Comparison of material performance of water-conductive bearings | INDRON TSTN | THORON SXL |
| Properties | Unit | Test Method | Typical Value |
| Physical Property |
| Density | g/cm3 | ASTM D792-08 | 1.17 | 1.16 |
| Mechanical Properties |
| Tensile Strength | MPa | ASTM D638-08 | 40.3 | 44.0 |
| Elongation at Break | % | ASTM D638-08 | 199 | 230 |
| Shore Type D Hardness | . | ASTM D638-08 | 65 | 66 |
| Compressive Strength(10%) | MPa | ASTM D695-08 | 23 | — |
| Modulus of Compression | MPa | ASTM D695-08 | 430 | 486 |
These performance metrics validate the exceptional durability and
tribological efficiency of INDRON® self lubricated stern tube
bearings, even under continuous operation in seawater environments.
INDRON® Rudder Bearing Features
INDRON® rudder bearing system:
- The product can be used in grease system or water lubrication
system
- Prolong the service life
- High wear resistance and good compression resistance
- Convenient installation and maintenance
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What Makes INDRON® TSTN Different?
INDRON® TSTN is a next-generation elastoplastic bearing material,
developed with:
Long-life self-lubricating particles
Extreme-pressure resistance
Balanced low friction and durability
Minimal volumetric wear in wet and dry conditions
This formulation makes it ideal for rudder bearings subjected to
high-impact steering loads and corrosive seawater environments.
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 |
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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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