Scancot sliding bearings and bearing bushings for subsea and ROV
Scancot is a composite material that can be used for bearing liners, sliding strips and sliding components in selected subsea applications. Scanco has, among other things, supplied Scancot liners for ROV equipment and offers machining of components according to drawings and specifications. We assist with the assessment of material selection and solutions adapted to load, movement and operating environment.
Scancot bearing bushings and sliding components for subsea equipment
ROVs, underwater tools and other subsea systems contain mechanical components that are exposed to load, movement and contact with seawater. Bearing liners, slide rails and sliding surfaces can play important roles in moving joints, guides and mechanical connections.
Scancot composite materials may be relevant in applications where friction, wear and the material properties in the relevant operating environment are important factors. Scanco has previously supplied Scancot liners for ROV equipment and can machine components to drawing and specification. Below we show examples of current subsea applications.
ROVs and manipulator arms
Scancot can be used for bearing bushings in movable joints, pivot points and mechanical connections on ROVs and underwater robots. Scanco has previously supplied Scancot bushings for ROV equipment and can machine new components according to drawings or specifications.
Subsea tools and mechanical systems
Bearing bushings, sliding plates and other machined Scancot components may be relevant in subsea mechanical tools, coupling mechanisms and moving structures. The suitability of the material is assessed based on load, movement pattern and current operating conditions.
Sliding strips and guide systems
Scancot can be machined into slide rails, guide blocks and sliding surfaces for linear or limited movement structures. The components can be customized to desired dimensions, tolerances and mounting solutions according to customer drawings.
Machined Scancot bearing liners and sliding components for subsea
Scanco machines Scancot composite materials for bearing liners, slide rails, sliding plates and custom components for mechanical systems. For subsea equipment, we can produce components according to customer drawings, dimensions and technical specifications.
When adapting bearing and sliding components for subsea applications, it is important to consider load, movement patterns, tolerances, water contact and other operating conditions. We can assist with the assessment of material selection and design, whether it concerns new constructions or replacement of existing components.
Scancot composite materials for demanding subsea applications
Scancot is a fiber-reinforced composite material developed for bearing and sliding applications where mechanical stress, friction and wear are important factors. The material may be relevant for bearing liners, slide rails and sliding surfaces in subsea equipment with rotating, oscillating or linear movements.
In subsea applications, material selection must be considered based on factors such as contact pressure, movement speed, temperature, seawater exposure and possible impact from sand and other particles. The current Scancot grade and component design must be adapted to the operating conditions, especially during prolonged immersion or high hydrostatic pressure.
When selecting materials, we consider, among other things, contact pressure, sliding speed, movement pattern, temperature, water contact and opposing material. In some applications, particle wear, edge loading and the risk of jerky movement (stick-slip) must also be taken into account.
In addition to Scancot, Scanco offers other bearing and sliding materials that may be relevant for subsea equipment, including Thordon, Scanpur and selected engineering plastics. We can assist in evaluating alternative materials based on the application requirements and operating conditions.
Do you need Scancot bearing liners or sliding strips for subsea equipment?
Do you need bearing liners, slide rails or other machined Scancot components for ROVs, underwater tools or subsea installations? Please send us drawings, dimensions and information about load and operating conditions. We can assist with material selection and production of components tailored to your application.
