Vetus RL Phenolic Shell Rubber Cutlass Bearing for Propeller Shafts – Imperial Sizes

Name: Vetus RL Phenolic Shell Rubber Cutlass Bearing for Propeller Shafts – Imperial Sizes
SKU: Vetus RL1PH

SKU: Vetus RL1PH

ID 1415598

$ 88.80

1-2 weeks delivery time

Shaft Diameter:

1"
1 1/8"
1 1/4"
1 3/8"
1 1/2"
1 3/4"
2"
2 1/4"
2 1/2"
2 3/4"
3"
3 1/2"
4"

Stern Tube Diameter:

1 1/2"
1 3/4"
1 5/8"
1 7/8"
2 3/8"
2 5/8"
2"
3 1/4"
3 3/4"
3"
4 1/2"
4"
5"

Length, mm:

8"
10"
4"
4 1/2"
5"
5 1/2"
6"
7"
9"
11"
12"
14"
16"

Vetus RL water-lubricated Cutlass bearings feature a lightweight, non-corroding phenolic resin outer shell and nitrile rubber lining for marine propeller shaft support. Available in imperial sizes for shaft diameters from 1" to 4", with outer shell diameters from 1 1/2" to 5" and bearing lengths from 4" to 16". Designed for water-lubricated marine stern gear installations.

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Vetus RL Phenolic Shell Rubber Cutlass Bearing for Propeller Shafts 1"–4" Imperial Sizes

The Vetus RL Phenolic Shell Cutlass Bearing is designed for water-lubricated marine propeller shaft systems. Each bearing combines a phenolic resin outer shell with an internal nitrile rubber lining, providing support for the rotating shaft in compatible stern tubes and bearing housings.

The phenolic shell is lightweight, does not corrode and can be replaced when required. All three dimensions — shaft bore, outer shell diameter and bearing length — are specified in inches. The range accommodates propeller shaft diameters from 1" to 4".

Key Features

Phenolic resin shell: Lightweight, non-metallic construction that does not corrode.
Nitrile rubber lining: Internal bearing surface designed for water-lubricated shaft operation.
Water lubrication: Suitable for marine stern gear and propulsion shaft systems.
Imperial sizing: Shaft bore, outer diameter and bearing length measured in inches.
Shaft diameters: 1" to 4".
Outer shell diameters: 1 1/2" to 5".
Bearing lengths: 4" to 16".
Replaceable construction: Phenolic bushing can be replaced in compatible installations.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Manufacturer	Vetus
Product Series	RL PH
Product Type	Water-Lubricated Rubber Cutlass Bearing
Outer Shell Material	Phenolic Resin
Inner Lining Material	Nitrile Rubber
Lubrication	Water
Measurement System	Imperial (Inches)
Shaft Diameter A	1"–4"
Outer Shell Diameter B	1 1/2"–5"
Bearing Length C	4"–16"
Application	Marine Propeller Shaft and Stern Gear Systems

Available Models and Dimensions

All dimensions are in inches.

Vetus Part Number	Shaft Ø A	Outer Ø B	Length C
RL1PH	1"	1 1/2"	4"
RL11/8PH	1 1/8"	1 5/8"	4 1/2"
RL11/4PH	1 1/4"	1 3/4"	5"
RL13/8PH	1 3/8"	1 7/8"	5 1/2"
RL11/2PH	1 1/2"	2"	6"
RL15/8PH	1 5/8"	2 1/8"	6 1/2"
RL13/4PH	1 3/4"	2 3/8"	7"
RL2PH	2"	2 5/8"	8"
RL21/4PH	2 1/4"	3"	9"
RL21/2PH	2 1/2"	3 1/4"	10"
RL23/4PH	2 3/4"	3 3/4"	11"
RL3PH	3"	4"	12"
RL31/2PH	3 1/2"	4 1/2"	14"
RL4PH	4"	5"	16"

Construction and Materials

Each Vetus RL phenolic Cutlass bearing consists of a phenolic resin outer bushing and a nitrile rubber lining. The phenolic shell provides the mounting surface within the stern tube, while the rubber lining forms the bearing surface around the propeller shaft.

The non-metallic shell is lightweight and does not corrode. The bearing is designed for water-lubricated marine stern gear applications.

Selection and Installation

Select the correct Vetus RL phenolic Cutlass bearing according to the following dimensions:

A – Shaft Diameter: Internal bearing diameter in inches.
B – Outer Shell Diameter: External diameter of the phenolic housing in inches.
C – Bearing Length: Overall bearing length in inches.

Verify the propeller shaft diameter, stern tube bore and available bearing installation length before ordering. All three dimensions must match the required stern gear configuration.