Simsite's unique qualities work for you. Machines are not always perfect. And when a lubricating system fails, damage to a rotating element can be extensive. Simsite Bearings' self-lubricating characteristics prevent catastrophic failure. Simsite Bearings are significantly superior to other guide bearings because they offer rigidity to the rotating element as well as an unusually low coefficient of friction. The superior lubricating values of graphite are imbedded throughout the Simsite Composite.
Simsite Bearings can take the heat. Simsite Bearings can withstand extremely high flash temperatures up to 1000 degrees Farenheit and continuous running temperatures from 300 degrees Farenheit with standard Simsite and up to 400 degrees Farenheit with a high-temperature grade of Simsite.Unlike plastic, elastomer, or rubber bearings, Simsite Bearings will not melt, get spongy or soft, or seize when exposed to high temperatures. Most bearing materials will not tolerate flash temperatures and will literally melt on the shaft in the event of any dry running. Simsite Bearings have a remarkably low coefficient of friction. Simsite Bearings have an extremely low coefficient of friction, because they have graphite embedded throughout the composite which acts as a lubricant.When lubricated by water, oil or grease, Simsite is ideal as a guide bearing, rudder, stern tube, stabilizing or oil-seal bearing.
The strength of Simsite protects your Equipment. The unusually high mechanical strength if Simsite offers many advantages over conventional bearings. They are precision machined from a solid block of Simsite rather than poured or molded. Because its fibers are never chopped, cut or ground,the Simsite Bearings has greater shear, bound, flexural and tensile strength than other materials. Simsite's outstanding mechanical properties enable the bearing to withstand higher loads and torque requirement. Unlike bearings of carbon or pressed graphite, the Simsite Bearing will not crack or break under load.
Electrolysis is substantially reduced with Simsite. Because Simsite is basically an inert composite, electrolysis is greatly reduced. Simsite Bearings seal against the casing or the housing preventing leakage and eliminating the damage of corrosion and erosion. This is critical because it insures that the bearings will be secured properly reducing the risk of damage to the entire rotating element.
Longer life for the complete Rotating Element. Because Simsite Bearings hold the shaft more securely than conventional bearings, radial movement in the shaft is reduced. This increase the life span of the entire rotating element. When you combine a Simsite Impeller and casing rings with a Simsite Guide Bearing the length-to-diameter (L/D) of the rotating element is reduced. The stability of the rotating element is therefore improved because of the lower mass. This lower mass (approximately 1/5 the weight of bronze) accounts for its excellent PV characteristics.
Machines are not always perfect. And when a lubricating system fails, damage to a rotating element can be extensive. Simsite Bearings' self-lubricating characteristics prevent catastrophic failure. Simsite Bearings are significantly superior to other guide bearings because they offer rigidity to the rotating element as well as an unusually low coefficient of friction. The superior lubricating values of graphite are imbedded throughout the Simsite Composite. 
Simsite Bearings have a remarkably low coefficient of friction.
Because Simsite is basically an inert composite, electrolysis is greatly reduced. Simsite Bearings seal against the casing or the housing preventing leakage and eliminating the damage of corrosion and erosion. This is critical because it insures that the bearings will be secured properly reducing the risk of damage to the entire rotating element. 