The Craft Split Bearing is quickly becoming the global industry standard for its exceptional reliability and easy replacement. From mining operations to paper mills, marine applications to steel production, this innovative design turns potential catastrophic failures into routine maintenance. Proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. at our Newport News, Virginia facility, it meets the demands of heavy industry worldwide, delivering dependable performance and reducing downtime wherever it’s installed.

• Bronze roller cages – From 4” and up in the S1 series, and all S2 and S3 series bearings, the cages are made from 932 bearing bronze. These cages are assembled with a bolted lap joint and utilize high tensile Nylock screws.
• Economic advantage – Higher quality and longer life.
• Float (expansion) and held (non-expansion) bearing are the same price.
• Three progressively heavier duty groups – S1, S2, and S3 series to best suit load, life, and speed requirements.
• Most sizes are available from stock for immediate shipment – Normal inch sizes (1-7/16” – 12”) and metric (40 mm – 300 mm) are in stock. Larger sizes to 32”, and special designs are available upon request.
• Cylindrical bore bearings – “Straight from the shelf” standard shafting can be used, greatly reducing costs in machine design, construction, and maintenance.
• Custom work – special application bearings, housings, and cartridges are available upon request.
• Lloyd’s Register Type Approved and U.S. Dept. of Defense Approved.
• Full factory support.
• Supported by our ISO Quality Certification