What are the main advantages of using thin wall bearings in industrial applications?

Thin wall bearings offer a space-saving design, excellent load capacity, and low friction. Their single-piece construction and Babbitt lining make them ideal for environments where reliability and smooth operation are essential.

How do thin wall bearings differ from traditional rolling element bearings?

Unlike rolling element bearings, thin wall bearings (or plain bearings) provide a full-contact surface for better shock absorption and smoother operation, especially in high-load, low-speed, or oscillating applications.

Can Quad Industries produce custom sizes and materials for sleeve bearings?

Absolutely. As a specialized plain bearings manufacturer, we can custom-produce thin wall sleeve bearings in a wide range of diameters, thicknesses, and materials to meet your project’s unique requirements.

Tri-Metal Bushings

Built to Your Print

Quad Industries manufactures tri-metal bushings for high-load, high-heat service where a single material is not enough. A steel back carries the load, a bronze layer adds strength and heat resistance, and a thin overlay gives the shaft a forgiving running surface. We machine every bushing to your print in plain or plated finishes and diameters up to 20.000″.

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Construction, Finishes and Size Range

Tri-metal bushings are built as a layered part, so the construction matters as much as the dimensions. We offer the current electroplated overlay as well as the legacy Babbitt overlay for equipment that was originally built with it. Tell us which your print calls for, or send a sample and we will match it.Construction:

Steel / Bronze / Electroplate
Steel / Bronze / Babbitt (legacy material)

Available finishes:

Plain (non-plated)
Plated

Size range:

Wall thickness: 0.040″ and up
Diameter: 0.750″ up to 20.000″

Also Known As

The same part goes by different names depending on the industry and the equipment it serves. If you call it something other than a tri-metal bushing, we likely make it. Send us your print or a sample and we will confirm fit and quote it.

Tri-metal bushings are also known as:

Journal bearings
Plain bearings
Half-sleeve bearings
Rod bearings
French bearings
Centrifugal bearings
White metal bearings
Light wall bearings
Heavy wall bearings

Not sure which style you need? Our team can review your application and recommend the right configuration.

Industries We Serve

Tri-metal bushings from Quad Industries support rotating and reciprocating equipment across:

Energy
Oil and Gas
Pneumatic Pumps
Turbines
Air Compressors
Small Engines

Send Us Your Print

Send us your drawing, part number, or a sample and we will return a quote with lead time. From single replacements to production quantities, Quad Industries delivers tri-metal bushings built to spec.

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The Quad Industries Difference

For custom-made Babbit metal bearings tailored to your exact specifications, rely on Quad Industries Inc. for unparalleled precision and efficiency.

Here’s what you can expect when you work with us.

In-House Engineering Support and Expertise
Tooling Made On-Site for More Streamlined Production
ISO-Certified Quality in Every Product and Process
Partnership Across Every Team and Department
On-Time Delivery of Superior Products You Can Rely On

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Quad Industries Inc. has been ISO-certified since 1998. This certification allows us to provide customers with an exquisite connecting rod-bearing product. In addition, our team has met and exceeded the certification requirements year after year, proving our dedication to customer satisfaction. Our certification serves as a validation of our service and product.