Metric Flanged Oilite® Bearings

Metric Flanged Oilite® Bearings – Self‑Lubricating Performance for Demanding Applications.

Oilite® is the world’s most recognised name in self‑lubricating bronze bearings — trusted for nearly 90 years for their durability, precision, and maintenance‑free performance. Manufactured using advanced powder‑metallurgy techniques, Oilite bushes deliver exceptional load capacity, long service life, and consistent performance across demanding engineering environments.

At Transpower Drives in Northamptonshire, we supply the full range of metric and imperial Oilite® bushes, including plain and flanged variants, ready for fast dispatch or collection from our Wellingborough facility.

What Are Oilite® Bushes?

Oilite bushes are sintered bronze bearings impregnated with oil, designed to provide continuous self‑lubrication during operation. Their porous structure releases lubricant under load and temperature, making them ideal for applications where reliability, low maintenance, and long service life are essential.

Key Benefits

Maintenance‑free operation
High load‑bearing capability
Excellent wear resistance
Suitable for oscillating, rotating, and sliding applications
Long service life in harsh environments
Available in both metric and imperial sizes

Where Oilite® Bushes Are Used

Oilite bearings are widely used across engineering sectors, including:

Automotive and motorsport
Classic and vintage vehicle restoration
Aerospace and defence
Industrial machinery and automation
Agricultural and construction equipment
Power transmission systems
Pumps, motors, conveyors, and general engineering

Where reliability matters, Oilite remains the benchmark.

Technical Characteristics

Oilite® bushes are manufactured from high‑quality sintered bronze with a controlled porosity of around 20–25%. This structure is vacuum‑impregnated with lubricating oil, providing: