Defeating severe chloride corrosion and extreme dynamic loads. Our 316L and specialized stainless steel bearings provide critical articulation for marine rigging, offshore platforms, and subsea ROV equipment.
C5-M
Marine Corrosion Grade
316L
Core Standard Material
PTFE
Maintenance-Free Options
100%
Material Traceability
Technical Approach
Defeating the Elements
The Challenge: Saltwater & Chlorides
Standard bearing steel (52100) or even 440C stainless steel will rapidly pit and fail in constant salt-spray or submerged marine environments due to chloride attack.
The LINOX Solution
We utilize molybdenum-alloyed 316L austenitic stainless steel for housings to provide superior localized pitting resistance.
The Challenge: Inaccessible Maintenance
Greasing joints on offshore crane linkages, underwater ROV arms, or high-mast rigging is dangerous, costly, or physically impossible.
The LINOX Solution
PTFE-lined (Series C) maintenance-free designs ensure dry, self-lubricating operation throughout the bearing’s lifecycle.
Deployment
Key Application Areas
Yacht & Sailboat Rigging
Turnbuckles, steering linkages, and mast control systems require flawless articulation under high tension while resisting constant sea spray.
Offshore Platforms
Valve actuation linkages, hatch hinges, and crane manipulation joints on oil and gas platforms demand absolute reliability and C5-M anti-corrosion.
Subsea ROVs
Manipulator arms and pan/tilt camera joints on underwater remotely operated vehicles rely on our PTFE-lined 316 stainless bearings for maintenance-free deep sea operation.
Equipment Matching
Recommended Series
PTFE liner prevents galling and eliminates the need for greasing in inaccessible marine locations.
High load capacity joint bearings for heavy deck machinery and crane linkages.
Specify For Marine
Send us your linkage drawings or load requirements. We can manufacture standard or custom dimensional bearings in 316L and 17-4PH.