C-Flex bearings have a special internal structure of flat springs that allows them to pivot about their center axis a limited amount in each direction, as opposed to say, a ball bearing, which can rotate full revolutions. (read more)

C-Flex couplings are designed to connect two rotating shafts, accommodating large misalignments while transmitting high torque loads with zero backlash. (read more)

Free from backlash, friction and wear, the C-Flex bearing could provide the ultimate in cost effective design, allowing for easy assembly and indefinite life expectancies with undiminished accuracy. Selection of the correct bearing for the application loads expected should result in exceptional long life, even within the most arduous environment. (read more)

• Frictionless Bearings
• No Lubrication
• Low Hysteresis
• Easy Installation
• Custom Design

The C-Flex Pivot Bearing Advantage:

• STAINLESS STEEL construction (420, 17-4PH, Inconel)
• NO Lubrication required
• MAINTENANCE FREE (Indefinite life without care)
• May be cleaned with steam or high pressure water
• HIGH TEMPERATURE bearings available (Inconel) to 650 deg. F.

C-Flex couplings will provide superior technology at the lowest cost. Selection of the correct coupling for your application should result in exceptional long life, even in the most arduous environment. (read more)

WISE Telescope, With C-Flex Bearings Inside, Re-Entering Atmosphere (read more)

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory, home to the world’s largest digital camera, is poised to revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos, capturing breathtaking images of the night sky like never before. At the heart of this groundbreaking project are two custom-built C-Flex bearings, engineered to deliver precision and stability for the telescope’s intricate movem... (read more)

C-Flex couplings are used across various industries, including:

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Industrial Machinery
• Medical Devices

Cylindrical, Limited Rotational Bearing

The versatile pivot bearing can function as a simple oscillating unit or as a highly sensitive critical element, catering to diverse application needs. (read more)

The versatile pivot bearing can function as a simple oscillating unit or as a highly sensitive critical element, catering to diverse application needs. (read more)

C-Flex Now Offers A Solution To Your SOLENOID Applications (read more)

Revolutionize Your Design with C-Flex Bearing Innovation!

Unlock a world of possibilities in design and functionality with C-Flex bearings! Whether you’re developing intricate optical systems, sophisticated medical devices, or cutting-edge semiconductor machinery, our flex pivot bearings are your gateway to flawless operation and long-lasting performance. (read more)

Precision rotation, low hysteresis, no frictional losses, infinite life (within rated values). Optical, semiconductor, medical, aerospace and more. (read more)

Precision rotation, low hysteresis, no frictional losses, infinite life (within rated values). Optical, semiconductor, medical, aerospace and more. (read more)

“ What is the C-Flex Pivot Bearing “ - Contact us for a sample to find out! (read more)

“ What is the C-Flex Pivot Bearing “ - Contact us for a sample to find out! (read more)

Flexure bearings are extremely repeatable with low hysteresis characteristics and high radial and axial stiffness. As they do not wear and do not require lubrication, they are also maintenance-free. (read more)

A single flexure bearing can take the place of bearings, shafts or pins and retaining components, simplifying the design as well as reducing the component cost and assembly time. (read more)

Designed to couple two rotating shafts together, C-Flex couplings can accommodate large misalignments while transmitting high torque loads with zero backlash. Their construction provides for a low moment of inertia and minimal impact upon system dynamics. (read more)

Limited Rotation Bearings with High Torsional Stiffness (read more)

Send us your current design challenges and leave with a plan for making a difference in your product. (read more)

C-Flex Bearing Co., Inc. offers flat flexure designs that can eliminate the need for helical springs. All necessary pre-load forces, linear spring rates, radial stiffness, and fatigue properties necessary to obtain 50M plus cycles of operation can be achieved. (read more)

Designed to couple two rotating shafts together, C-Flex couplings can accommodate large misalignments while transmitting high torque loads with zero backlash. Their construction provides for a low moment of inertia and minimal impact upon system dynamics. (read more)

The advantages of cross-flexure bearings has been well documented in connection with the replacing of ball bearing pivots in optomechanical applications. (read more)

Critical components are required to process foods and beverages. Regulations required by the government often mean that materials and lubricants must be in compliance with federal food processing regulations. Materials such as stainless steel are a popular choice due to harsh environments where the bearing is utilized. (read more)

C-Flex Bearings offer extreme long life expectancy for limited angle rotary applications of up to +/- 30 degrees, even when used for constant cycling. Free of wear and inaccuracies due to rolling or sliding friction, and with no need for lubrication, they will increase your system efficiency and decrease downtime. (read more)

Many applications require limited angles of rotation such as position sensing equipment. Although conventional plain bearings may seem acceptable, C-Flex pivot bearings are more reliable. (read more)

• Medical
• INdustrial
• Aerospace
• Semiconductor

C-Flex Bearings offer extreme long life expectancy for limited angle rotary applications of up to +/- 30 degrees, even when used for constant cycling. Free of wear and inaccuracies due to rolling or sliding friction, and with no need for lubrication, they will increase your system efficiency and decrease downtime. And they are GREEN (read more)

It is a flexure based bearing, utilizing internal flat crossed springs, capsuled in a cylindrical housing, to provide precise rotation with low hysteresis and no frictional losses. The C-Flex bearing will offer indefinite life when used within its rated load and rotation values. (read more)

The growing popularity of the C-Flex bearing is not only due to the quality of the product but it’s adaptation in today’s sustainability efforts. (read more)

The C-Flex patent pending progressive clamp bushing, utilizes force multiplying technology to generate large clamping forces with multi-surface contact. (read more)

By doing business with C-Flex Bearing Co., Inc. our customers will support our ongoing effort to provide essential products without a negative environmental impact. (read more)

C-Flex Bearings offer extreme long life expectancy for limited angle rotary applications of up to +/- 30 degrees, even when used for constant cycling. (read more)

The C-Flex bearing or “pivot” is a cylindrical, limited rotational bearing, with a high relative radial and axial stiffness which is available in low, medium, or high torsional spring rates (read more)

Used by several NASA space centers, Labs and many aerospace companies. The C-Flex lubrication free pivot bearnings and couplins are designed for indefinite life whtout wear or maintenance. (read more)

We are experienced in military, space, and more down to earth applications and can be the economic solution to your rotary motion needs. (read more)

Our design guide is written with both the first time user and the experienced engineer in mind, as they are frequently the same person when it comes to pivot bearings (read more)