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Porous Graphite Air Bearing Manufacturer in the USA

OAV Air Bearings is a US-based manufacturer specializing in porous graphite air bearings designed for high-precision applications. Using controlled porosity carbon materials, OAV Air Bearings provides uniform air distribution, frictionless motion, and superior thermal stability for aerospace, semiconductor, metrology, and numerous other industries.

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Who We Are

Leading Manufacturer of Porous Graphite Air Bearings

At OAV Air Bearings, we design and manufacture advanced porous graphite air bearings that deliver frictionless performance, exceptional accuracy, and long service life. Our air bearings are precision-engineered in the USA using high-quality carbon materials and stringent quality control to meet the most demanding application requirements.

Manufactured in Princeton, New Jersey

Controlled porosity for uniform air flow

Sub-micron accuracy and superior stability

Standard and fully custom air bearings

The Benefits

Why Porous Graphite Air Bearings?

Frictionless Motion

A thin film of air eliminates contact, resulting in near-zero friction and no wear.

Thermal Stability

Graphite material provides excellent thermal resistance and heat dissipation.

Uniform Air Distribution

Controlled porosity ensures consistent performance across the bearing surface.

Long-Service Life

No lubrication, no wear, and minimal maintenance for extended life.

Clean & Contamination Free

Ideal for cleanroom and sensitive environments without oils or greases.

Built For Critical Applications

Industries We Serve

Satellite in Space

Aerospace

Satellite testing, inertial navigation, and precision motion systems.

Automation

Wafer handling, metrology, and lithography equipment.

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Semiconductor

High-precision positioning, robotics, and motion control.

Precision Measurement Tools

Optics & Metrology

Interferometry, inspection systems, and research instrumentation.

Looking for a Custom Solution? 

Our engineering team is ready to help you select or design the right porous graphite air bearing for your application.

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