A detachable part in or on which a journal, gudgeon, pivot, or the like moves. It is used to carry a load and to reduce sliding friction. It does not employ rolling elements. It may be divided into two or more segments of 180 degrees (3.141 radians) or less. The item has a cylindrical bore and is basically spherical in its exterior design to allow for shaft misalignment. Excludes:bearing, plain, self-aligning.
rudder marine, 2040-01-412-4912 aboard 49 ft busl coast guard vessels end item identification, upper spherical bearing for 2.000 (+0.005, -0.000) diameter stock uhmw material with 6-3/8 inch dia.holes on a 5 inch bolt circle special features