Tungsten Carbide Bearings

Retop manufactures precision tungsten carbide bearings designed for extreme wear resistance, high load capacity, and long-lasting performance in pumps, compressors, turbines, and downhole tools.

Product Description

Tungsten carbide bearings are high-strength, wear-resistant components used to support rotational or reciprocating shafts in severe service environments. Manufactured from sintered cemented carbide (WC-Co or WC-Ni), these bearings offer high hardness, outstanding dimensional stability, and excellent resistance to abrasive media, thermal cycling, and corrosive chemicals. Retop provides thrust, radial, and hybrid bearing configurations, with lapped or ground surfaces for low friction and extended service life.

Carbide bearings are widely used in oil & gas drilling tools (e.g., mud motors, turbines), slurry pumps, high-pressure compressors, offshore valves, geothermal drilling, and process fluid handling equipment. They are ideal for conditions involving sand, solids-laden fluids, or gas-phase erosion, where traditional bearing materials fail due to rapid wear or deformation.

Features

High Hardness and Strength
Offers HRA 88–92 for long-term resistance to abrasion and deformation.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance
Performs reliably in acidic, alkaline, saline, or hydrocarbon-rich environments.
Versatile Configurations
Available as thrust bearings, radial sleeves, or combined assemblies.
Thermal Stability
Maintains mechanical integrity under high temperature (up to 500°C).
Precision Machined Tolerances
Custom ID/OD with tolerances down to ±0.002 mm for high-speed systems.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Material	Tungsten Carbide (WC+Co / WC+Ni)
Hardness (HRA)	88 – 92
Configuration	Radial, Thrust, Combination
Outer Diameter	Ø 20 mm – Ø 150 mm (customized)
Max Operating Temperature	Up to 500°C
Fluid Compatibility	Oil, Gas, Water, Slurry, Chemicals
Typical Applications	Pumps, Mud Motors, Valves, Compressors

Why Choose Retop as Your Supplier?

Retop delivers engineered tungsten carbide bearings trusted by global manufacturers in energy, mining, and high-performance machinery sectors. With 14+ years of experience, we offer ISO 9001-certified quality, customized configurations, and fast production cycles. From material formulation to CNC machining and lapping, every Retop bearing is built for maximum durability and precision in demanding environments—ensuring longer service life and reduced maintenance costs.