In a water-lubricated propeller shaft installation, controlled water flow is critical to bearing and shaft life. This Aqualube spiral rubber bearing with brass shell is designed for applications where stable shaft support and reliable water circulation are required.

The spiral grooves support water movement through the bearing and help remove heat and wear particles. During operation, the nitrile rubber lining develops a hydrodynamic water film between the shaft and bearing surface, reducing direct contact, friction and wear.

Benefits

• Water-lubricated operation without oil or grease lubrication.
• Hydrodynamic water film reduces friction and wear.
• Wear-resistant nitrile rubber lining.
• Brass outer shell for the specified installation.
• Damps shock, vibration and noise in the driveline.
• 100% inspected for dimensional accuracy, rubber hardness and bond integrity by the manufacturer.

Technical features

• Article number: AM-B45-SPL.
• Size: 45 × 65 × 180 mm.
• Version: brass outer shell.
• Groove type: spiral grooves.
• Lining: specially compounded nitrile rubber.
• Lubrication: water.