[NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings

[ORLANDO FRETS]

I know of several Pylon Racing guys using the ceramic bearings and swear by
them.
However, for pattern I do not know if they will take the prop loads
encountered. Pylon does not have the prop loads pattern does. 


Orlando Frets

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[mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Gene Maurice
Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 3:22 PM
To: 'General pattern discussion'
Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Ceramic Bearings

Does anyone have any experience with ceramic bearings, specifically, Si3N4
silicon nitride, in a glow application?? I have been using sealed Stainless
Steel in my OS160's with pretty good luck. The ceramics are a bit more
expensive but the stated properties are pretty attractive in our
environment; very high temperature, low mass, totally corrosion resistant,
reduced friction, etc.. Any input would be appreciated.

 

Gene Maurice

Plano, TX

AMA 3408 NSRCA 877

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