Product Overview: The 51132 Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51132 is a single-direction thrust ball bearing, engineered to manage high axial loads in one direction. With a bore diameter of 160mm, an outer diameter of 200mm, and a thickness of 31mm, this bearing is a key component in our 51100 Series. As part of our comprehensive range of Thrust Ball Bearings, the 51132 is designed for applications where precise axial support is critical. Its separable design, consisting of a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a ball and cage assembly, simplifies mounting and maintenance procedures. This bearing is specifically designed to handle thrust loads and should not be subjected to any radial load.
Key Features of the 51132 Bearing
- High Axial Load Capacity: Built to support significant thrust loads in a single direction, ensuring stability in demanding applications.
- Separable Components: The shaft washer, housing washer, and ball cage assembly can be mounted separately, facilitating easy installation and inspection.
- Precision Engineered: Manufactured to strict tolerances for smooth and efficient operation, minimizing friction and wear.
- Hardened Bearing Steel: Constructed from high-quality, through-hardened steel for exceptional durability and a long service life.
- Simple Design: Offers a straightforward and effective solution for managing axial forces in rotating machinery.
- Grooved Raceways: Features precisely machined raceways to accommodate the balls, providing optimal performance under load.
Common Applications
- Industrial Gearboxes: Provides axial support for gears and shafts to ensure proper mesh and power transmission.
- Machine Tool Spindles: Used in lathes, milling machines, and grinders to handle the axial forces generated during operation.
- Crane Hooks and Swivels: Supports the heavy vertical loads encountered in lifting and material handling equipment.
- Vertical Pumps and Motors: Ideal for supporting the axial weight and operational thrust of vertical rotating assemblies.
- Rotating Tables and Indexing Fixtures: Ensures smooth rotation and precise positioning under axial load.
- Jacks and Screw Mechanisms: Provides a low-friction surface for converting rotational motion into linear force.
- Antenna Rotators: Manages the vertical weight and wind loads on large rotating antennas.
Benefits of Using the 51132 Bearing
- Enhanced Rotational Accuracy: Maintains precise axial positioning of shafts, contributing to the overall accuracy of the machinery.
- Simplified Assembly and Disassembly: The separable nature of the bearing allows for easier and quicker maintenance routines.
- Increased Equipment Lifespan: Effectively manages axial stress, reducing wear on other components and extending the operational life of the entire system.
- Reliable Performance: Delivers consistent and dependable support for heavy thrust loads, minimizing downtime.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Provides a robust and economical method for handling purely axial loads compared to more complex bearing arrangements.
- Interchangeability: Made to industry-standard dimensions, allowing for easy replacement and sourcing.
