Product Description
Crown CR 042053-001 Bushing DU is a metal-polymer self-lubricating bearing component engineered for electric lift truck applications, featuring a steel-backing with a porous bronze and PTFE-lead sliding surface for high load capacity and optimized wear performance.
Compatibility: Fits pallet jacks made by Crown, model GPW. SKU: CR 042053-001
Specifications
Material
| Sliding Layer Material | PTFE-lead compound |
| Backing Material | Low carbon steel |
Part Numbers
| OEM Part Number | CR 042053-001 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CR 042053-001 |
| Equivalent Part Numbers | 042053-001, CR042053-001 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the CR 042053-001 Bushing DU and what is it designed for?
A: The CR 042053-001 is a metal-polymer self-lubricating bearing bushing engineered for Crown electric lift truck applications. It features a low carbon steel backing with a porous bronze and PTFE-lead sliding surface for high load capacity and optimized wear performance in linkage and frame assemblies.
Q: Which Crown pallet jack models is CR 042053-001 compatible with?
A: The CR 042053-001 fits Crown GPW electric pallet trucks. Verify your equipment model against the OEM part specification to confirm correct fitment before ordering.
Q: What material properties make the CR 042053-001 suitable for electric lift trucks?
A: The PTFE-lead sliding layer provides low friction and self-lubricating characteristics, reducing wear under high-load cycling. The porous bronze backing absorbs and releases lubricant gradually. Low carbon steel backing provides structural strength for frame and linkage stress loads.
Q: Can I cross-reference CR 042053-001 with equivalent part numbers?
A: The CR 042053-001 is also referenced as 042053-001 and CR042053-001 by Crown. All designations refer to the same OEM part. Use the exact SKU CR 042053-001 when ordering to avoid confusion with similar bushings in the 042053 series.
Q: How long will the CR 042053-001 bushing last in operation?
A: Service life depends on load frequency, duty cycle, and maintenance. Metal-polymer bushings with PTFE-lead surfaces are engineered for extended durability. Replacement is recommended when visible wear occurs or lateral play develops in the affected assembly.