Bushings
Discover Lesjöfors bushings in cylindrical, straight, and flanged shapes. We also offer hydraulic cylinder bushings. Our bushings support smooth movement, reducing friction and protecting machinery, making them ideal for a wide range of applications.
Technical specifications
- Maximum material cross-section:
20 mm²
- Material thicknesses:
0.05 – 4.00 mm
- Material widths:
up to 80.00 mm
- Deep drawing bushing
- Bushing thickness:
0.2 ~ 3.0 mm
- Bushing length:
5 ~ 100 mm (depends on bushing thickness & diameter)
- Bushing diameter:
ф4 ~ ф40 mm (depends on bushing thickness & length)
- Bending bushing
- Bushing thickness:
0.2 ~ 2.0 mm
- Bushing length:
Max. 60.0 mm (depends on bushing thickness & diameter)
- Bushing diameter:
ф3 ~ ф40 mm (depends on bushing thickness & length)
What are bushings?
Bushings, sometimes referred to as sleeves or sleeve bearings, are simple yet essential components that separate moving parts in machinery. Their main purpose is to reduce friction and wear, absorb vibration, and guide motion.
Installed between a shaft and housing, bushings help machinery run smoothly, reducing noise, lowering maintenance, and extending service life.
Product range & stock availability
Custom bushings
Every project presents new demands, so we design bushings to match. We specify dimensions, materials, and functional features to suit your unique requirements. Decades of experience across industries ensure each bushing is purpose-built for lasting performance.
Types of industrial bushings
Industrial bushings are available in multiple designs to meet different requirements. We can engineer the following types:
Plain (sleeve) bushings
Cylindrical sleeves that reduce friction between shafts and housings. Fit for general-duty support and radial loads.
Flanged bushings
Features a flange for extra axial support and easier mounting, used where preventing movement along the shaft is crucial.
Grooved bushings
Include internal grooves that distribute lubricant evenly, ideal for heavy machinery and tough environments.
Spherical bushings
Absorb misalignment and shock in suspension systems and steering linkages, enabling non-linear motion.
Split bushings
Made in two halves for simplified installation and maintenance, well-suited for retrofit applications.
Thrust bushings & washers
Designed to handle axial loads; common in gearboxes or rotating assemblies where shafts must be stabilized.
Advanced bushing manufacturing
Lesjöfors uses precise methods to create durable bushings that perform reliably year-round. We use state-of-the-art pressing and sintering techniques for precision and consistency, and custom finishing to ensure maximum strength and durability.
You can also benefit from flexible production solutions to suit your needs, from small-batch orders to large-scale distribution.
- ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified
- Quality checks at every step
- Engineered for strength, precision and durability
How do bushings work?
Bushings buffer moving parts, stopping metal-on-metal contact. They absorb shock and reduce vibration. They guide motion for quieter, smoother, and longer-lasting operation.
By acting as a barrier, bushings protect components and streamline maintenance.
Bushing materials
The material you choose affects a bushing’s performance, durability, and best uses.
Factors like load, temperature, and environment all matter.
Lesjöfors engineers help you choose the best material for reliable performance.
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Lesjöfors components support a range of aerospace systems, including landing gear. Learn how they manage extreme loads and repeated stress to deliver reliable performance, long service life, and reduced maintenance in safety-critical applications.
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Explore our cleanroom precision, contamination control, and medical-grade materials for medical applications. Receive custom bushings for hospital beds, surgical tools, robotic arms, imaging equipment and more.
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