Thrust washers for reliable axial protection
- Precise and efficient thanks to low friction coefficients and high wear resistance
- Reliable absorption and transmission of axial forces
- Friction and wear protection for adjacent components
Maintenance-free thrust washer with lubricating pins (SLGL 5001)
Thanks to integrated lubricating pins, our thrust washers are self-lubricating and maintenance-free, even under difficult operating conditions. In mechanical and plant engineering, they thus contribute significantly to minimizing friction, reducing wear, and extending the service life of entire assemblies.
| Article No. | ⌀d x ⌀D x T | |
|---|---|---|
| SLW-10 | ⌀10.2 x ⌀30 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-11 | ⌀11.2 x ⌀35 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-12 | ⌀12.2 x ⌀40 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-13 | ⌀13.2 x ⌀40 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-14 | ⌀14.2 x ⌀40 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-15 | ⌀15.2 x ⌀50 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-16 | ⌀16.2 x ⌀50 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-16N | ⌀16.2 x ⌀50 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-18 | ⌀18.2 x ⌀50 x 3 | Details |
| SLW-20 | ⌀20.2 x ⌀50 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-20N | ⌀20.2 x ⌀50 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-25 | ⌀25.2 x ⌀55 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-25N | ⌀25.2 x ⌀55 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-30 | ⌀30.2 x ⌀60 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-35 | ⌀35.2 x ⌀70 x 5 | Details |
| SLW-40 | ⌀40.2 x ⌀80 x 7 | Details |
| SLW-45 | ⌀45.3 x ⌀90 x 7 | Details |
| SLW-50 | ⌀50.3 x ⌀100 x 8 | Details |
| SLW-55 | ⌀55.3 x ⌀110 x 8 | Details |
| SLW-60 | ⌀60.3 x ⌀120 x 8 | Details |
| SLW-65 | ⌀65.3 x ⌀125 x 8 | Details |
| SLW-70 | ⌀70.3 x ⌀130 x 10 | Details |
| SLW-75 | ⌀75.3 x ⌀140 x 10 | Details |
| SLW-80 | ⌀80.3 x ⌀150 x 10 | Details |
| SLW-90 | ⌀90.5 x ⌀170 x 10 | Details |
| SLW-100 | ⌀100.5 x ⌀190 x 10 | Details |
| SLW-120 | ⌀120.5 x ⌀200 x 10 | Details |
Thrust washers made of SLSP 2
Thrust washers made of SLSP 2 consist of a steel layer with sintered tin bronze and a wear-resistant PTFE sliding layer. They offer excellent dry running properties, low friction, and are ideal for applications with high loads and medium sliding speeds.
| Article No. | ⌀d x ⌀D x T | |
|---|---|---|
| SP2-W10 | ⌀10 x ⌀20 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W12 | ⌀12 x ⌀24 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W14 | ⌀14 x ⌀26 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W16 | ⌀16 x ⌀30 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W18 | ⌀18 x ⌀32 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W20 | ⌀20 x ⌀36 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W22 | ⌀22 x ⌀38 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W24 | ⌀24 x ⌀42 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W26 | ⌀26 x ⌀44 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W28 | ⌀28 x ⌀48 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W32 | ⌀32 x ⌀54 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W38 | ⌀38 x ⌀62 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W42 | ⌀42 x ⌀66 x 1.5 | Details |
| SP2-W48 | ⌀48 x ⌀74 x 2 | Details |
| SP2-W52 | ⌀52 x ⌀78 x 2 | Details |
| SP2-W62 | ⌀62 x ⌀90 x 2 | Details |
Thrust washers made of SLSO 2
Thrust washers made of SLSO 2 combine a steel layer with sintered tin bronze and a POM sliding layer that is particularly robust and dimensionally stable. Their good damping properties and high wear resistance are ideal for lubricated applications with medium loads. This ensures a long service life and consistently precise function in continuous industrial use.
| Article No. | ⌀d x ⌀D x T | |
|---|---|---|
| SO2-W10 | ⌀10 x ⌀20 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W12 | ⌀12 x ⌀24 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W14 | ⌀14 x ⌀26 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W16 | ⌀16 x ⌀30 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W18 | ⌀18 x ⌀32 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W20 | ⌀20 x ⌀36 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W22 | ⌀22 x ⌀38 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W24 | ⌀24 x ⌀42 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W26 | ⌀26 x ⌀44 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W28 | ⌀28 x ⌀48 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W32 | ⌀32 x ⌀54 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W38 | ⌀38 x ⌀62 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W42 | ⌀42 x ⌀66 x 1.5 | Details |
| SO2-W48 | ⌀48 x ⌀74 x 2 | Details |
| SO2-W52 | ⌀52 x ⌀78 x 2 | Details |
| SO2-W62 | ⌀62 x ⌀90 x 2 | Details |
Product description: Technical specifications and available materials
Materials
The materials SLSP2 and SLSO2 both consist of different layers.
SLSP2 consists of a steel layer with sintered tin bronze, which is covered with a PTFE top layer.
SLSO2 consists of a steel layer with sintered tin bronze, which is covered with a POM top layer.
Depending on the application, we offer thrust washers in a variety of other materials to ensure optimum performance and service life:
- Composite materials for combined strength and sliding properties
- Bronze or brass alloys for extreme mechanical stresses
- Special materials such as sintered metals on request for individual requirements
| SLGL5001 - SL1 | SLSP2 | SLSO2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact pressure MPa stat. | 300 | 250 | 140 |
| Contact pressure MPa dyn. | 120 | 140 | 70 |
| Sliding speed m/s | 0,5 | trocken: 2,5 ölgeschmiert: 5 | 2,5 |
| PV value MPa m/s | 1,5 | trocken: 3,6 ölgeschmiert: 10 | 2,8 |
| Lubrication | Dry, grease and oil lubrication | Dry and oil lubrication | Grease and oil lubrication |
| Operating temperature °C | -100 bis +430 | -200 bis +280 | -40 bis +130 |
Your advantages with thrust washers from SL Gleitlagertechnik
With thrust washers from SL Gleitlagertechnik, you can rely on maintenance-free and durable machine elements that work reliably even under demanding operating conditions. Depending on the material, our thrust washers are resistant to dirt, shocks, and moisture and ensure long-lasting, precise, and efficient operation thanks to their low friction coefficients and high wear resistance.
Thanks to their high precision fit, the thrust washers can be quickly and easily integrated into existing designs. We manufacture both to standard dimensions and exactly to your drawings, even for single items. Development and production take place partly in Germany, which ensures consistent quality, fast response times, and immediate availability.
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Typical areas of application for thrust washers
Thrust washers from SL Gleitlagertechnik are used in a wide range of industrial applications where reliable absorption of axial forces and effective protection of adjacent components are required. They are used in the following industries, among others:
Specific and typical applications for our thrust washers are:
- Bearing points with axial movement
- Rotating shafts with axial stop
- Swivel mechanisms with defined end position
- Spacers for precise alignment of components
for precise bearings and high continuous loads
for robust, dirt-resistant, and durable solutions
for reliable operation under extreme operating conditions
When is the use of a thrust washer particularly useful?
Compared to designs without thrust washers, the use of this machine element offers a number of decisive advantages that have a direct impact on the reliability and cost-effectiveness of your system. Without a thrust washer, adjacent components must absorb the resulting axial forces directly, which often leads to uneven loading, higher friction, and accelerated wear.
A thrust washer absorbs these forces in a targeted manner and distributes them evenly over an optimized contact surface. This prevents point loads, protects sensitive components from overload, and maintains the precision of the entire assembly in the long term. The low friction coefficients not only reduce energy consumption, but also prevent excessive heating and material fatigue.
The result: a significantly extended service life for all components involved, fewer unplanned downtimes, and consistently high operational reliability, even under harsh environmental conditions in mechanical and plant engineering.
Practical examples from industry:
- Swivel joints in excavator arms: Here, thrust washers prevent bearings from being damaged by the high axial forces during lifting and swiveling.
- Pump drives in firefighting technology: The even load distribution protects seals and shaft bearings, even at permanently high speeds and changing loads.
- Swivel mechanisms in packaging machines: Thrust washers secure the precise end position, reduce friction, and ensure a consistently high cycle rate.
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