WMU® Flanged Bearings from Bowman
Bowman WMU® PTFE lined flanged bearings are engineered for applications requiring reliable radial support together with accurate axial location in a single, compact bearing solution. Manufactured with a robust carbon steel backing, a porous sintered bronze interlayer, and a low-friction PTFE sliding surface, these steel backed flanged bearings are ideal for dry-running, low-maintenance applications where consistent performance and long service life are essential. The integrated flange eliminates the need for separate thrust washers in many designs, simplifying assembly while reducing component count and installation time.
The flange is specifically designed to accommodate axial loads while the cylindrical bearing section supports radial loads, making these bearings an efficient solution for applications experiencing combined loading conditions. Their low-friction PTFE surface delivers excellent wear resistance and smooth operation without continuous lubrication, making them highly effective as dry running flanged bushings in environments where grease contamination must be avoided or regular maintenance is impractical. This combination of radial and axial load capability makes WMU® bearings suitable for oscillating movements, intermittent motion, and low-to-medium speed applications.
As an experienced flanged bearing manufacturer, Bowman supplies metric flanged plain bearings and imperial flanged bearings UK from stock to support fast delivery and reduced lead times. For specialist applications, our in-house machining service is able to manufacture non-standard sizes, ensuring customers receive components precisely matched to their equipment and operating conditions. Bronze-backed variants are also available on request where specific performance or corrosion resistance is required.
WMU® PTFE flanged bushings are widely used in hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling systems, industrial automation, marine equipment, and general engineering applications. Their low friction flanged bushing design helps reduce wear, minimise maintenance requirements, and extend equipment service life, making them a dependable choice for demanding industrial environments where reliability and efficiency are critical.
Matching Bearings
| Material | Unit Measurement | Part Number | Inner Diameter | Outer Diameter | Length | Backing Material | Tolerance Range | Action Button |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 03 4.5 04 - 07 X 0.75 | 3 | 4.5 | 4 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 04 5.5 04 - 09 X 0.75 | 4 | 5.5 | 4 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 05 07 05 - 10 X 1 | 5 | 7 | 5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 06 08 04 - 12 X 1 | 6 | 8 | 4 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 06 08 07 - 12 X 1 | 6 | 8 | 7 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 06 08 08 - 12 X 1 | 6 | 8 | 8 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 08 10 5.5 - 15 X 1 | 8 | 10 | 5.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 08 10 7.5 - 15 X 1 | 8 | 10 | 7.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 08 10 9.5 - 15 X 1 | 8 | 10 | 9.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 10 07 18 | 10 | 12 | 7 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 10 12 09 - 18 X 1 | 10 | 12 | 9 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 10 12 12 - 18 X 1 | 10 | 12 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 10 12 17 - 18 X 1 | 10 | 12 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 12 14 07 - 20 X 1 | 12 | 14 | 7 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 12 14 09 - 20 X 1 | 12 | 14 | 9 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 12 14 12 - 20 X 1 | 12 | 14 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 12 14 17 - 20 X 1 | 12 | 14 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 14 16 12 - 22 X 1 | 14 | 16 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 14 16 17 - 22 X 1 | 14 | 16 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 15 17 09 - 23 X 1 | 15 | 17 | 9 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 15 17 12 - 23 X 1 | 15 | 17 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 15 17 17 - 23 X 1 | 15 | 17 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 16 18 12 - 24 X 1 | 16 | 18 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 16 18 17 - 24 X 1 | 16 | 18 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 18 20 12 - 26 X 1 | 18 | 20 | 12 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 18 20 17 - 26 X 1 | 18 | 20 | 17 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 18 20 22 - 26 X 1 | 18 | 20 | 22 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 20 23 11.5 - 30 X 1.5 | 20 | 23 | 11.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 20 23 16.5 - 30 X 1.5 | 20 | 23 | 16.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 20 23 21.5 - 30 X 1.5 | 20 | 23 | 21.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 25 28 11.5 - 35 X 1.5 | 25 | 28 | 11.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 25 28 16.5 - 35 X 1.5 | 25 | 28 | 16.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 25 28 21.5 - 35 X 1.5 | 25 | 28 | 21.5 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 30 34 16 - 42 X 2 | 30 | 34 | 16 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 30 34 26 - 42 X 2 | 30 | 34 | 26 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 35 39 16 - 47 X 2 | 35 | 39 | 16 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 35 39 26 - 47 X 2 | 35 | 39 | 26 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 40 44 16 - 53 X 2 | 40 | 44 | 16 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 40 44 26 - 53 X 2 | 40 | 44 | 26 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 45 50 16 - 58 X 2.5 | 45 | 50 | 16 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 45 50 26 - 58 X 2.5 | 45 | 50 | 26 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 50 55 20 - 65 X 2.5 | 50 | 55 | 20 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 50 55 30 - 65 X 2.5 | 50 | 55 | 30 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 50 55 40 - 65 X 2.5 | 50 | 55 | 40 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 50 55 50 - 65 X 2.5 | 50 | 55 | 50 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 50 55 60 - 65 X 2.5 | 50 | 55 | 60 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 55 60 30 - 70 X 2.5 | 55 | 60 | 30 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 55 60 40 - 70 X 2.5 | 55 | 60 | 40 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 55 60 60 - 70 X 2.5 | 55 | 60 | 60 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 60 65 30 - 75 X 2.5 | 60 | 65 | 30 | Standard Steel | ||
| WMU® PTFE Lined Bearings | Metric | WMUF 60 65 60 - 75 X 2.5 | 60 | 65 | 60 | Standard Steel |
Frequently Asked Questions
If the answer to your question is not listed below, please feel free to give us a call directly on +44 (0)1235 462500 or email us at sales@bowman.co.uk.
