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Wear Resistance | Self-Lubricating | Marine Rudder Bushing Replacing Thordon SXL

Wear Resistance | Self-Lubricating | Marine Rudder Bushing Replacing Thordon SXL

Product Details:
Place of Origin: China
Certification: GB/T19001-2016/ISO9001:2015, CHINA CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY
Detail Information
Place of Origin:
China
Certification:
GB/T19001-2016/ISO9001:2015, CHINA CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY
Replacement Brand:
Thordon
Type Of Lubricant:
Water Lubricated Bearing
Bearing Structure:
Split Plain Bearing
Bushing Material:
Elastomeric Polymer Alloy
Bearing Direction:
Radial
Customization:
Customized
Applications:
Marine
Trading Information
Minimum Order Quantity:
1
Price:
USD, CNY
Packaging Details:
Cartoon
Delivery Time:
15working days
Payment Terms:
T/T
Supply Ability:
10000
Product Description

The INDRON® TSTN marine rudder bushing is a wear-resistant, self-lubricating solution designed to replace Thordon SXL in ship rudder systems. Made from our advanced TSTN material, it offers low friction, dry-start capability, and a longer service life, making it ideal for vessels needing a grease-free, high-performance rudder bearing.

INDRON® Marine Rudder Bushing Material

Our TSTN marine rudder bushings are engineered for consistent performance under tough maritime conditions:

COMMON GUIDE BEARING MATERIALS

Comparison of material performance of water-conductive bearings INDRON TSTN THORON SXL
Properties Unit Test Method Typical Value
Physical Property
Density g/cm3 ASTM D792-08 1.17 1.16
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength MPa ASTM D638-08 40.3 44.0
Elongation at Break % ASTM D638-08 199 230
Shore Type D Hardness . ASTM D638-08 65 66
Compressive Strength(10%) MPa ASTM D695-08 23
Modulus of Compression MPa ASTM D695-08 430 486

INDRON® TSTN marine rudder bearings are engineered to handle extreme pressure and friction conditions under water-lubricated environments.

INDRON® Marine Rudder Bushing Features

  • Direct replacement for Thordon SXL

  • Self-lubricating—no need for grease or oil

  • Excellent wear resistance for long-term performance

  • Handles dry starts and misaligned loads

  • Available in integral or split bushing types

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The INDRON® TSTN Marine Rudder Bushing is a high-performance, self-lubricating solution for rudder and stern systems on bulk carriers, tugboats, and workboats.

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Stern Shaft Bushing Applications

Ideal for rudder shafts on bulk carriers, workboats, and offshore vessels, this marine rudder bushing is a reliable, eco-friendly upgrade over traditional oil-lubricated or rubber-lined options. Proven in real-world service to outlast and outperform Thordon SXL under heavy-duty marine conditions.

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Who Is Techemer Factory?

Our company will take integrity, quality first, customer first and first-class service as its tenet.

01. Focus On Water Lubricated Bearings And Shaft Seals Since 2008
02. Offer Customized Bushes, Bearings And Seals Production
03. Stabe Quality With Reasonable Price
04. Fast Delivery With Online Service After Sale

Certification

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Our Strengths

Our senior material scientists and mechanical engineering specialists have reached the international advanced level in material design, material innovations, material manufacturing and material applications. As a company focusing on the needs of customers and possessing years of experience and professional skills, we are assisting customers in solving their technical problems and providing extraordinary material technology solutions.

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