Special and Low Friction Systems
Unique Applications and Custom Engineered Products to Solve the Toughest Challenges
REDUCE MAINTENANCE AND EXTEND LIFE ON A WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
Kamatics is capable of creating a wide range of engineered products with self-lubricating KAron™ technology to solve the toughest application challenges.
Our Karon™ Engineered Products Are Used in Numerous Applications Across Several Industries, Including:
Commercial Fixed Wing Aircraft
Aircraft Bearings for Commercial Aviation Systems
Aviation bearings engineered for reliability in commercial fixed-wing aircraft landing gear, flight control systems, doors, vertical and horizontal stabilizers. Kamatics aerospace bearings provide grease-free, maintenance-free operation in flight control assemblies and stabilization systems for major aircraft manufacturers.
Commercial and Military Helicopters
Helicopter Bearings for Rotor and Flight Control Systems
Kamatics self-lubricating bearings deliver maintenance-free performance in mission-critical helicopter applications including flight control systems, landing gear systems, damper bearings, swash plate bearings, pitch control systems, and rotor control systems. Our KARON™ spherical bearings and rod end bearings provide reliable, grease-free operation in military rotorcraft and commercial aviation platforms.
Engines
High-Temperature Aerospace Bearings for Engine Components
Specialized self-lubricating bearings for extreme engine environments including turbines, cowlings and doors, and thrust reversers and nacelles. KARON™ high-temperature liners operate continuously up to +700°F, providing reliable performance in high-temp engine systems without grease breakdown.
Space Vehicles and Satellites
Aerospace Bearings for Space and Satellite Applications
Mission-critical bearings for vacuum and extreme temperature environments including flight control systems, power systems, solar array deployment systems, and fuel tank attachment points. Kamatics custom engineered bearings feature low-outgassing KARON™ formulations designed for space applications, with proven performance in thermal cycling and extreme conditions.
Marine
Corrosion-Resistant Marine Bearings for Naval Systems
Self-lubricating bearings engineered for harsh saltwater environments including navigational lock systems, power generation systems, and steering and diving mechanisms. KARON™ liner technology features no moisture path, preventing corrosion that causes premature failure in naval vessels, submarines, and offshore platforms.
Hydropower
Industrial Bearings for Hydropower Systems
Maintenance-free bearings for large-scale hydroelectric systems including gate systems and Kaplan hub transition mechanisms. Kamatics spherical bearings and bushing bearings provide reliable performance in turbine blade angle adjustment and water flow control, eliminating costly downtime and lubrication requirements.
KAMATICS BEARINGS ARE MADE WITH KARON™ SELF-LUBRICATING LINERS, AVAILABLE IN A RANGE OF VARIETIES
Our liners differ significantly from other self-lubricating materials in that there are no continuous interconnecting fibers or weave that can provide a moisture path to the bonding substrate. A moisture path can promote corrosion under the liner or significant liner swelling when used in a moisture-laden environment.
OTHER EXCEPTIONAL KAMATICS PRODUCTS
Spherical & Link Bearings
Bushings and Journal Bearings
Track Rollers and Needle Rollers
Flexible Drive Systems
