Metric Spherical Bushing GE17ES High-Carbon Steel Metal-on-Metal Bearing GE-ES Series 17 mm Shaft 30 mm Housing 14 mm Inner Width Chromium Plated Open Enclosure Single Unit

GE17ES Metric Spherical Bushing, 17 mm Shaft, Single
✔️ High-carbon steel, metal-on-metal, 30 mm housing, 180°C temp

This GE17ES metric spherical bushing is a single bearing unit for pivot and alignment duties in industrial gear, hydraulic cylinders, and linear slide unit pivots. It performs well where misalignment and heavy radial loads occur.

✅ Model GE17ES, GE-ES Metric Series
✅ Shaft diameter 17 mm
✅ Housing diameter 30 mm
✅ Inner ring width 14 mm
✅ Dynamic load rating 24,500 N; static 147,000 N
✅ Material high-carbon steel with chromium plated finish
✅ Open enclosure; steel-on-steel sliding interface
✅ Max operating temperature 180°C; single bearing per package

💡 What is a spherical plain bearing used for in industrial pivot and alignment applications? Spherical plain bearings are handy for smooth pivoting and compensating shaft misalignment under heavy radial and oscillating loads. These bearings are commonly used in hydraulic cylinders, suspension links, and linear slide unit pivots. - Ideal for pivot joints that must handle radial and axial loads while accommodating misalignment and oscillation. - Works where sealed ball bearing or ceramic options are impractical; suited for metal-on-metal sliding interfaces. - Common in heavy equipment, industrial actuators, and maintenance-friendly assemblies needing a simple bearing solution.