Product Overview: The 51216 Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51216 Thrust Ball Bearing is a high-performance component engineered to manage purely axial loads in a single direction. With a bore diameter of 80mm, an outer diameter of 115mm, and a thickness of 28mm, this bearing is a vital part of our 51200 Series within the broader Thrust Ball Bearings collection. Its design consists of three separable parts: a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a ball and cage assembly. This feature simplifies mounting and dismounting, making it a practical choice for various industrial applications where precise axial support is critical.
As a premier supplier of industrial components, we ensure our 51216 bearings are manufactured to the highest industry standards, providing reliability and durability for your machinery. These bearings are essential in applications requiring support for rotating components under significant axial stress, ensuring smooth, low-friction operation. Explore our comprehensive range of thrust ball bearings to find the ideal solution for your specific requirements.
Key Features of the 51216 Bearing
- Separable Components: The shaft washer, housing washer, and ball cage assembly can be mounted separately, simplifying installation and maintenance procedures.
- Single Direction Axial Load: Specifically designed to accommodate high axial (thrust) loads in one direction only. It cannot handle radial loads.
- High Precision: Manufactured to tight tolerances to ensure smooth, efficient, and reliable performance under load.
- Durable Steel Construction: Made from high-quality, clean bearing steel for extended service life and resistance to wear and fatigue.
- Open Design: Allows for easy lubrication and inspection, contributing to better maintenance and longevity.
- Grooved Raceways: Both the shaft and housing washers feature raceways to provide optimal support for the balls and distribute loads evenly.
Common Applications of 51216 Bearings
- Machine Tool Spindles: Provides precise axial positioning for rotating tools in lathes, milling machines, and grinders.
- Automotive Applications: Commonly used in clutch release mechanisms and steering pivots.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Supports vertical shafts and manages axial forces generated by helical gears.
- Rotating Tables and Indexing Heads: Ensures smooth rotation and precise positioning in manufacturing and assembly equipment.
- Jacks and Screw Mechanisms: Essential for handling heavy axial loads in lifting equipment.
- Crane Hooks: Allows the hook to rotate freely under heavy loads, preventing cable twisting.
- Vertical Pumps and Motors: Supports the axial weight and operational thrust of vertical shafts.
Benefits of Using the 51216 Bearing
- Effective Axial Load Management: Provides a robust and reliable solution for supporting heavy thrust loads.
- Simplified Assembly: The separable nature of the bearing makes it easy to install and remove, reducing downtime during maintenance.
- Enhanced Operational Accuracy: High axial stiffness ensures precise positioning of shafts, which is critical in machine tools and other precision equipment.
- Reduced Maintenance: Durable construction and reliable performance lead to a longer operational lifespan and fewer replacements.
- Low Rotational Friction: Promotes efficient operation by minimizing energy loss and heat generation.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers an economical way to handle high axial loads compared to more complex bearing arrangements.
