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PDC Radial Bearing
PDC Radial Bearing

There are usually three kinds of PDC (polycrystalline diamond compact) bearings: thrust bearing, radial bearing and combination bearing. PDC bearing is necessary for harsh environments, which is applied in turbo drills, mud motors, electric submersible pumps, RSS (rotary steerable system), oil field operations, etc.

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Introduction

1. PDC Bearing

There are usually three kinds of PDC (polycrystalline diamond compact) bearings: thrust bearing, radial bearing and combination bearing. PDC bearing is necessary for harsh environments, which is applied in turbo drills, mud motors, electric submersible pumps, RSS (rotary steerable system), oil field operations, etc.

Wear resistance    Heat resistance    Corrosion resistance    High load    Longer life

2. Technical Specifications

Item Specification
Product Name PDC Radial Bearing
Material Polycrystalline Diamond Compact (PDC) + Tungsten Carbide Substrate
Bearing Type Radial Bearing
Lubrication Method Mud Lubricated / Fluid Lubricated
Coefficient of Friction 0.01 – 0.03
Maximum Operating Temperature 233°C (451°F)
Maximum Radial Load Capacity Up to 60,000 lbs (27 tons)
Operating Speed Range 100 – 6,000 RPM
Wear Resistance More than 6 times longer than conventional tungsten carbide bearings
Impact Resistance Excellent
Corrosion Resistance Excellent
Thermal Conductivity Excellent
Service Life More than 1,000 operating hours (depending on application)
Maintenance Requirement Low Maintenance Design
Compatible Fluids Water-Based Mud, Oil-Based Mud, Abrasive Drilling Fluids
Installation Type Press Fit / Mechanical Retention
Available Sizes Customizable
PDC Layer Thickness 2 – 6 mm (Custom Available)
PDC Cutter Diameter Ø8 – Ø25 mm (Custom Available)
Suitable Well Types Vertical, Directional and Horizontal Wells
Suitable Operating Conditions High Temperature, High Pressure and Abrasive Environments

Typical Dimensions (Customizable)

Model Outer Diameter (OD) mm Inner Diameter (ID) mm Length (L) mm
PRB-50 50 30 40
PRB-60 60 40 50
PRB-80 80 50 60
PRB-100 100 60 80
PRB-120 120 80 100
PRB-150 150 100 120
Functions and Applications

3. Advantages

Efficient Heat Dissipation: High thermal conductivity cuts local peak temperature to prevent thermal damage to bearing components.

Wide Load & Speed Compatibility: Stably runs under varied working conditions, supporting max 60,000 lbs load at 100–6,000 rpm for oil & gas drilling.

Low Friction & Heat Endurance: Ultra-low friction coefficient of 0.01–0.03, with stable performance under temperatures up to 233°C.

Strong Shock & Corrosion Resistance: Great fracture toughness avoids impact damage; immune to corrosive media in complex working environments.

Simplified Structure & Extended Service Life: No dedicated lubrication, seals or auxiliary lubricating systems required; service life exceeds tungsten carbide bearings by over 6 times.

Question

Why Polycrystalline diamond compact (PDC) bearings?

Abrasive particles, high temperatures, corrosive chemicals, and high loads can all contribute to a failure in rotating equipment.

PDC bearings improve overall bearing reliability in harsh conditions while eliminating the need for seals.

PDC is not a diamond coating, but instead it is a thick, manmade diamond surface that is ideally suited for operation in process fluids where abrasive particles, like sand, can cause accelerated wear and failure with traditional bearing materials.

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