Graphite Grooves & Plugs for Lubrication

Graphite, known for its inherent lubricity and high-temperature resistance, can be used in two main ways to create self-lubricating bronze components: plugging drilled holes or filling machined grooves.

Graphite plugging involves drilling holes into the bronze bushing or bronze bearing and then plugging these holes with graphite. This method ensures a consistent supply of lubricant as the component wears down, exposing more graphite plugs over time.

Graphite filled grooves are created by machining grooves into the bronze component and then filling these grooves with graphite. This technique provides a larger surface area for graphite exposure, allowing for more immediate and continuous lubrication.

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