air bushings
OAV revolutionizing frictionless motion technology, providing superior performance, reliability, and efficiency for applications requiring exceptional precision. Designed to replace traditional mechanical bearings, OAV Air Bushings utilize advanced air film technology to eliminate contact friction, enabling high-speed, smooth, and accurate motion. OAV Air Bushings are designed to make air bearings available for use with pre-existing designs based on shafts. These components run on standard or custom precision shafts and are available in metric and imperial sizes.
Why Choose OAV Air Bushings?
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Frictionless Motion
A thin layer of pressurized air creates a virtually frictionless interface between the shaft and the bushing, ensuring smooth and repeatable motion. -
High Load Capacity
Despite their lightweight design, OAV Air Bushings can handle significant loads with unmatched stiffness and stability. -
Zero Wear and Tear
Non-contact operation minimizes maintenance and significantly extends operational life, even under rigorous conditions. -
Unmatched Precision
Ideal for high-precision environments, OAV Air Bushings achieve sub-micron accuracy and repeatability for critical applications. -
Environmentally Friendly
Operates without lubricants or oils, providing clean, contamination-free motion while reducing environmental impact.
Product Features
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Available in various sizes and configurations to fit your specific application requirements.
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Designed for seamless integration into existing systems.
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Built to handle extreme speeds while maintaining stability.
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High-performance design for industries including aerospace, semiconductor, medical devices, metrology, and precision automation.
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Load Capacity: Engineered for high stiffness and stability under heavy loads.
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Precision: Sub-micron motion accuracy.
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Speeds: Capable of extreme rotational and linear speeds without performance loss.
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Materials: Built with lightweight, high-durability Aircraft Quality materials to ensure longevity and efficiency.
Both Imperial (English) and Metric sizes are available
0.250 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
0.250 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV0250IB
0.375 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
0.375 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV0375IB
0.750 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
0.750 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV0750IB
1.500 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
1.500 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV1500IB
3.000 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
3.000 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV3000IB
8 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
8 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV008MB
13 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
13 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV013MB
25 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
25 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV025MB
50 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
50 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV050MB
90 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
90 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV090MB
0.312 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
0.312 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV0312IB
0.500 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
0.500 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV0500IB
1.000 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
1.000 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV1000IB
2.000 Inch Frictionless Air Bushing
2.000 inch ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV2000IB
6 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
6 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV006MB
10 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
10 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV010MB
20 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
20 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV020MB
40 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
40 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV040MB
75 mm Frictionless Air Bushing
75 mm ID. Used in spindle and linear applications. Manufactured with aerospace quality material.
OAV075MB
Air Bushings
We provide designs that are integrated into your product and we can quickly develop a design based on the application or specific requirements. We provide detailed drawings and 3-D CAD models, can analysis complex issues associated with application from nanometer accuracy positioning to standard calculations.