Sleeve Bearings. With a history of satisfied customers, expertise and quality, Rexnord produces sleeve bearings that can help you take on a variety of applications. Reduced maintenance operation, including extra-long life and no lubrication requirements ensure Link-Belt Sleeve Bearings promote uptime and meet your needs.Sleeve bearings are plain bearings which have very few moving parts in their construction. This article explains their applications and comparison with ball bearings. Bearings carry load and facilitate motion, hence, they have a wide range of applications.

A sleeve bearing is a self-lubricating cylinder that allows the bearing to turn, enabling your machinery to complete rotary motions. Sleeve bearings perform excellently in low heat applications, such as industrial fans or computers. Also, sleeve bearings are quieter, and a more affordable option compared to ball bearings.