Black Diamond Drilling Deck Bush

The Black Diamond Deck Bush is used to stabilize the center of the drill rod. Our Deck Bushes can be manufactured to individual requirements and specifications. Typically, the duration and performance of a deck bush is similar to that of a rotary bit.  A deck bushing will usually outlast a tricone bit when it comes to product life.

Deck Bush durability is dependent on the drilling conditions, in non-abrasive formations a rotary deck bush can last between 30,000 and 70,000 meters. In more abrasive formations the deck bushings will not last as long. However, the reduction in wear of the drill rods and bits makes the rotary Deck Bush an essential addition to a drilling operation.

Product Information

Bearing Type Deck Bush

Black Diamond Drilling Australia can produce and supply a wide variety of bearing type deck bushes for many rigs and applications.

The two-piece bearing assembly is used in place of the friction bushing that usually sits in the deck of the drill. The inner bearing race of the deck bush rotates with the drill steel as it rotates while passing through the center of the bushing.

The outer race is held stationary by locating lugs or flats which are situated on the circumference of the deck bush flange. The deck bush maintains its central position with this configuration. These rotating deck bushes are suited to higher speed drilling such as Rotary Drilling.

Black Diamond Drilling Deck Bush in Operation

One Piece Deck Bush

Black Diamond Drilling Australia also has a wide range of solid one piece deck bushes for many rigs and applications. The one piece deck bush has a solid body with replaceable sleeves that make contact with the drill string. These one piece deck bushes are suited to slower rotation drilling methods such as DTH drilling.

Deck Bush Compatibility

Bucyrus
BE-35R45R47R
49R55R59R
60R
"C" Brand
MD6240MD6310
"E" Brand
DN25DM30DM45
DM50DMLDMM2
DMM3DMLSPPV271
PV275PV351T4BH
GD
DG70GD CL90GD100
GS120DD100GD250XP
"R" Brand
SKFSKTSK35
SK40SK50SK55
"S" Brand
D25KD40KD45K
D50KD55SPD60K
D75KD80KD90K
1190E