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title: "Temperature Fluctuations Affect Bearing Clearances and Lubrication Performance"
date: 2026-07-22
description: "Temperature Fluctuations Marine bearings operate across a wide temperature range: from -20°C in holds to +150°C near engines. This affects clearances and lubric..."
source: https://en.mshjzc.com/marine-offshore-bearings/56273.html
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# Temperature Fluctuations Affect Bearing Clearances and Lubrication Performance

## Temperature Fluctuations

Marine bearings operate across a wide temperature range: from -20°C in holds to +150°C near engines. This affects clearances and lubrication.

## Factors

- Cold in holds and on decks
- Heat near engines and boilers
- Fluctuations when moving between climate zones
- Friction-induced heating

## Impact on Bearings

- Clearance changes
- Lubricant thickening in cold
- Lubricant thinning in heat
- Thermal deformation

## MS Bearing Solutions

We offer bearings with heat-resistant lubricant and increased clearances for marine applications.