Product Overview: The 22232 Spherical Roller Bearing
The 22232 bearing is a high-capacity, double-row spherical roller bearing designed for the most demanding industrial applications. As a key component in our 22200 Series of Spherical Roller Bearings, it features impressive dimensions with a 160mm bore diameter, 290mm outer diameter, and 80mm thickness. Its robust design allows it to accommodate very heavy radial loads and significant axial loads in both directions. The unique internal geometry with symmetrical barrel rollers and a common sphered outer ring raceway enables it to tolerate shaft misalignment and deflection, preventing premature wear and ensuring operational reliability under severe conditions.
Key Features of the 22232 Bearing
- Superior Load Capacity: Engineered with two rows of rollers to handle extremely high radial and axial loads.
- Self-Aligning Capability: The spherical outer raceway allows the bearing to compensate for angular misalignment between the shaft and housing.
- Robust Construction: Manufactured from high-purity, hardened bearing steel for exceptional durability and wear resistance.
- Optimized Internal Design: Reduces friction and heat generation, leading to a longer service life and improved efficiency.
- Enhanced Lubrication: Typically designed with a lubrication groove and holes in the outer ring to facilitate effective re-lubrication.
- Dimensional Stability: Heat-treated to ensure stability and performance across a wide range of operating temperatures.
Common Applications
- Mining and Construction: Ideal for crushers, vibrating screens, conveyors, and heavy earth-moving equipment.
- Pulp and Paper Mills: Used in press sections, calendar rolls, and other high-load rotating machinery.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Provides reliable support for gears and shafts in large, heavy-duty transmission systems.
- Wind Energy: Essential for main shafts and gearboxes in wind turbines where loads are high and dynamic.
- Metal Processing: Employed in continuous casting machines, rolling mills, and other steel manufacturing equipment.
- Marine and Offshore: Suitable for propulsion systems, winches, and cranes that operate in harsh environments.
- Large Fans and Blowers: Supports heavy rotating assemblies while accommodating potential shaft deflection.
Benefits of Using the 22232 Bearing
- Increased Machine Uptime: Its ability to handle heavy loads and misalignment significantly reduces the risk of unexpected failures.
- Extended Service Life: The durable design and material quality ensure long-lasting performance even in abrasive and high-impact environments.
- Reduced Maintenance Costs: High reliability and long lubrication intervals minimize the need for frequent maintenance and replacement.
- Enhanced Operational Safety: The robust nature of the bearing contributes to the overall safety and stability of heavy machinery.
- High Performance in Extreme Conditions: Maintains optimal function under conditions of heavy vibration, shock loads, and contamination.
- Versatility Across Industries: A proven solution for a wide array of heavy-duty applications, making it a versatile inventory component.
