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MOSTUF® Composite Bearings

Maintenance-free self-lubricating composite bearings engineered for demanding industrial applications. Designed as a lightweight alternative to bronze bushes while providing exceptional wear resistance and long service life.

What is MOSTUF®?

MOSTUF® is a high-performance composite bearing material manufactured using woven fibreglass reinforcement, high-strength thermosetting resin and a graphite-based bearing surface. The result is a durable, lightweight bearing that requires no routine lubrication while delivering excellent wear resistance under demanding operating conditions.

Key Benefits

Maintenance Free

No grease nipples. No scheduled lubrication. Zero maintenance cost.

Self Lubricating

Graphite bearing surface provides excellent low-friction performance.

High Load Capacity

Suitable for heavily loaded industrial applications.

Lightweight

Approximately one-third the weight of bronze bushes.

Technical Specifications

Construction

Woven fibreglass reinforcement with a high-strength thermosetting resin matrix and graphite-based bearing surface.

Lubrication

Maintenance-free. No routine lubrication required under normal operating conditions.

Load Capacity

Designed for high static and dynamic loads with excellent wear performance.

Installation

Press-fit installation using standard engineering practices. Suitable housing tolerances should be maintained.

Available Sizes

Available in both metric and imperial dimensions to suit new and replacement applications.

Applications

Suitable for oscillating, rotating and reciprocating motion across a wide range of industrial machinery.

Why Choose Mostuf?

Feature Mostuf® Traditional Bronze Bush
Routine Lubrication Not Required Required
Weight Approx. 1/3 of Bronze Heavy
Load Capacity Excellent Good
Corrosion Resistance Excellent Moderate
Maintenance Costs Very Low Higher
Wear Resistance Excellent Good
Installation Simple Press Fit Standard Press Fit

Typical Applications

Mining

Heavy-duty plant, conveyors, crushers and processing equipment.

Agriculture

Harvesters, tractors, irrigation systems and cultivation equipment.

Marine

Deck machinery, steering systems and corrosion-prone environments.

Construction

Excavators, loaders, cranes and earthmoving machinery.

Hydraulic Equipment

Pins, pivot points and hydraulic cylinder bearings.

General Engineering

Industrial automation, manufacturing equipment and custom machinery.

Installation Recommendations

For optimum bearing performance, housings should be accurately machined and bearings installed using appropriate press-fit techniques. Shaft finishes and operating clearances should follow good engineering practice to maximise service life.

Mostuf® bearings are designed to provide reliable long-term operation with minimal maintenance, reducing downtime and lowering overall operating costs.

Downloads

Technical documentation is available on request. Contact E & J Trading for the latest product information and engineering assistance.

Product Brochure

General product information, material characteristics and application overview.

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Technical Data Sheet

Engineering specifications, recommended tolerances and operating information.

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