AMBG

Overview of AMBG Series Aerospace Spherical Bearings

The AMBG Series represents a high-performance range of self-lubricating spherical plain bearings engineered to meet the rigorous standards of AS81820 Type A. With narrow and wide body configurations, these bearings are tailored for critical aerospace systems such as flight control linkages, landing gear, and structural pivot joints.

Key Features and Specifications

• Standards Compliance: Bearing sizes from -3 to -16 are qualified for procurement per AS81820 Type A and comply with Aerospace Standards AS14101 through AS14104. This ensures interoperability, quality, and traceability for mission-critical aerospace systems.
• Extended Coverage: Sizes -18 through -24 are not currently included in Aerospace Standards but are available for custom engineering applications or future qualification upon request.
• Self-Lubricating Design: These bearings eliminate the need for regular re-lubrication by integrating PTFE-based liners or equivalent materials, delivering extended maintenance-free operation even under oscillatory or heavy load conditions.
• Operating Temperature Range: Standard operating range as defined by AS81820 Type A is -65°F to +325°F (-54°C to +163°C). Optional configurations can offer broader temperature capabilities for extreme environments.
• Dimensional Format: All dimensional data is provided in inches unless otherwise specified, aligning with typical aerospace engineering conventions.

Why Choose AMBG Series Bearings

• Compliant with widely recognized aerospace quality and performance standards
• Ideal for high-load, high-vibration, and high-cycle applications
• Self-lubricating properties reduce downtime and support extended service intervals
• Available in multiple size ranges to accommodate a wide variety of design envelopes

Typical Applications

The AMBG Series bearings are widely used in:

• Flight control surfaces and linkages
• Hydraulic actuator attachments
• Landing gear strut connections
• Missile and UAV articulating joints

Customization Options

Custom designs are available upon request, including non-standard sizes, alternative self-lubricating liners, special coatings, and extended temperature tolerances to meet specific aerospace or defense program requirements.