OAV: The Pinnacle of Frictionless Motion

SantEnt: Leading independent distributor of OAV 

Introduction 

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OAV Air Bearings stands at the forefront of frictionless motion technology, engineering and manufacturing state-of-the-art air bearing solutions. Specializing in products that offer unparalleled precision, zero friction, and high stiffness, OAV caters to the demanding needs of industries like semiconductor manufacturing, metrology, and advanced automation. Their portfolio, ranging from flat and rotary bearings to complete linear guides, provides the ultimate in smooth, non-contact motion control. With decades of experience in global sourcing and a commitment to genuine parts, SantEnt is your trusted partner for procuring and implementing OAV's advanced air bearing technologies for your critical applications.

OAV Bearings at a glance

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Founded	1964
Headquarters	Princeton, NJ, USA
Leadership	Murat Erturk
Tentative Revenue	Not Publicly Available
Listed on Stock Market?	No
Parent Organisation(s)	Aviation Company
Subsidiary Organization(s)	None
Other Group Entities or Stakeholders	None

History of OAV

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Year	Milestone
1964	OAV Air Bearings is founded to provide advanced frictionless motion solutions.
2001	Company moves into a new, larger facility to accommodate growth and expand production.
2013	Introduces its proprietary line of Frictionless Air Bushings, enhancing its product portfolio.
2019	Expands its global distribution network to better serve international markets.
2020	Launches advanced motorized rotary air bearings for high-precision automation applications.
2024	Invests in new CNC machining capabilities to enhance in-house manufacturing precision.

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OAV Product Portfolio

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Air Bearings

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Tapered Air Bearings	High stiffness, self-aligning, high load capacity.	Large rotary tables, telescopes, gimbals.	Aerospace, Metrology, Astronomy.
Roller Air Bearings	Smooth linear motion, high stiffness, compact design.	Linear stages, gantries, wafer inspection.	Semiconductor, Electronics.
Outer Ring Spin Rotary Air Bearings	Large through-hole, low profile, high speed capability.	Inspection spindles, coating processes, indexing tables.	Manufacturing, Medical, Optics.
Thrust Air Bearings	Axial load support, high stiffness, non-contact operation.	Rotary stages, precision indexing, test equipment.	Metrology, Automation.
Flat Round Air Bearings	Versatile mounting, uniform air film, ideal for planar motion.	CMMs, air bearing lifts, precision positioning.	Metrology, Manufacturing.
Flat Rectangular Air Bearings	High stiffness, easy integration, supports large surfaces.	Linear slides, gantries, surface measurement.	Semiconductor, Flat Panel Display.
Vacuum Preloaded Air Bearings	Single-sided preloading, constant force, eliminates magnets.	Overhead gantries, Z-axis applications, cleanroom use.	Semiconductor, Life Sciences.
Motorized Rotary Air Bearings	Integrated servo motor, direct drive, high angular accuracy.	High-speed scanning, inspection systems, direct drive stages.	Automation, Robotics, Medical.
Modular Air Bearings	Customizable, easy assembly, adaptable design.	Prototyping, custom machinery, R&D setups.	Research, Education, Automation.
Open Pillow Block Air Bearings	Supports fully supported shafts, easy installation.	Linear motion systems, custom slide assemblies.	Manufacturing, Automation.
Linear Rail Guides	Complete frictionless guide system, high accuracy & stiffness.	Precision machine tools, coordinate measuring machines.	Metrology, Machine Tool.
Temperature Control Air Bearings	Integrated fluid channels for thermal stability.	High-heat processes, lithography, precision machining.	Semiconductor, Optics.
Epoxy Bonded Air Bearings	Bonds directly to structures, flexible integration.	Custom gantries, large structural assemblies.	Aerospace, Large-Scale Metrology.
Foil Air Bearings	High-speed capability, oil-free operation, robust.	High-speed turbines, compressors, motors.	Energy, Aerospace, Industrial.
Spherical Air Bearings	Multi-axis rotational freedom, non-contact pivot point.	Simulators, satellite testing, optical alignment.	Aerospace, Defense, Research.

Air Bushings

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Frictionless Air Bushings	Virtually zero friction, smooth motion, high speeds.	Vertical axis motion, coordinate measuring arms.	Metrology, Automation, Medical.

Air Bearing Bars

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Frictionless Air Bearing Bars	Continuous bearing surface, excellent straightness.	Gantry systems, long-travel linear stages.	Flat Panel Display, Solar, Metrology.
Flat Rectangular Air Bearing Bars	High stiffness, supports large moving elements.	Large area scanners, automated optical inspection.	Electronics, Semiconductor.

Components

Sub-categories	Products & Features	Applications	Industries
Clamp On Shaft Precision Face Collars	Precise positioning, non-marring clamping.	Shaft locating, component spacing, hard stops.	Automation, Machine Building.
Mounting Blocks	Simplifies installation of round air bearings.	Creating custom linear slide assemblies.	Prototyping, R&D, Automation.
Shaft End Supports	Secures and aligns precision shafting.	Building complete linear motion axes.	Machine Building, Automation.
Breadboard and Accessories	Pre-configured plates for rapid system setup.	Prototyping, optical tables, test fixtures.	Research, Laboratory, Education.
O-Rings	Sealing component for various bearing types.	Air bearing maintenance and assembly.	General Manufacturing, MRO.
Balls	Hardened stainless steel or ceramic pivot balls.	Mounting spherical bearings, creating pivot points.	Metrology, Aerospace.
Air Fittings and Tubings	Connects air supply to bearings.	Plumbing pneumatic systems for air bearings.	All using air bearings.
Filtering Systems	Ensures clean, dry air supply for optimal performance.	Protecting air bearings from contamination.	Semiconductor, Medical, Metrology.
Shafts	Precision ground, hardened stainless steel shafting.	The guideway for linear air bushings and systems.	Machine Building, Automation.
Mounting Screws	Specific hardware for mounting various components.	Assembly of air bearing systems.	General Manufacturing.
Retaining Plates	Secures thrust bearings and other components.	Assembly of rotary and linear stages.	Machine Building, Automation.

Why choose SantEnt for your OAV requirements?

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•  Vast Inventory, Global Sourcing & Competitive Pricing
  Over 60,000 bearings in stock and strong relationships with manufacturers & other distributors help us ensure no OAV product is too far from you. Our offerings are always competitively priced through extensive collaborations and strong relationships with our supply chain stakeholders to achieve the best prices for OAV products. Additionally, we are Authorised Distributors of Schaeffler, FAG, INA, FYH, Optibelt, and Dodge.
• Genuine Products Guaranteed over Decades of Trust
  As a renowned Bearing distribution company established in 1977, our third generation is equipped with Engineering, Technology & Business Management education as well as corporate experience. This enables us to deliver genuine products with professionalised services to our rapidly growing global customer base spread across 60 countries and 6 continents.  
• Robust Technical & After-Sales Support
  Owing to the criticality of the products we deal in, our responsibility starts much before the supply of products, by way of Technical Support in identifying the right spare parts for the desired application, eliminating instances of failure or premature breakdown. Even after supply, we closely work with our customers in case of any queries or support requirements such as product warranty, installation & storage guidance to cite a few.