Product Overview: 51252 Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51252 Thrust Ball Bearing is a high-precision component specifically designed to manage high axial (thrust) loads in a single direction. With key dimensions of 260x340x64mm, this bearing is a robust solution for applications requiring reliable axial support. As a member of the 51200 Series, it is part of our comprehensive range of Thrust Ball Bearings. 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 setups.
Manufactured from high-quality bearing steel, the 51252 is engineered for durability and consistent performance under demanding conditions. The grooved raceways in the washers are designed to accommodate the balls, ensuring smooth rotation and efficient load distribution. This bearing is ideal for applications where no radial load is present and precise axial positioning of a shaft is critical.
Key Features of the 51252 Bearing
- High Axial Load Capacity: Specifically designed to support heavy thrust loads in one direction.
- Separable Components: Consists of a shaft washer, housing washer, and ball cage assembly, which allows for easy and convenient installation and maintenance.
- Single-Directional Design: Optimized to handle axial forces acting along the shaft in a single direction.
- Precision Engineering: Manufactured to strict tolerances to ensure smooth, low-friction operation and accurate shaft location.
- Durable Construction: Made from high-grade, through-hardened bearing steel for extended service life and resistance to wear.
- Grooved Raceways: Features deep grooves in the washers to provide stable support for the balls and efficiently transfer axial loads.
Common Applications
- Industrial Gearboxes: Provides axial support for gears and shafts, ensuring proper alignment and load management.
- Machine Tool Spindles: Used in lathes, milling machines, and grinders to maintain precise axial positioning of the spindle.
- Vertical Shafts: Ideal for supporting the weight and thrust forces in vertical pumps, motors, and generators.
- Rotating and Indexing Tables: Ensures smooth and accurate rotation in heavy-duty turntables and indexing equipment.
- Crane Hooks and Lifting Gear: Manages the heavy axial loads experienced in crane swivels and other lifting mechanisms.
- Extrusion Machinery: Supports the axial forces generated in screw extruders used in plastics and food processing.
- Rudder and Propeller Shafts: Applied in marine applications to handle the thrust generated by propellers.
Benefits of Using the 51252 Bearing
- Enhanced Axial Rigidity: Provides strong, stiff support for shafts, minimizing axial movement and improving machine accuracy.
- Simplified Assembly: The separable nature of the bearing makes it easier to mount and dismount compared to non-separable designs.
- Reliable Performance: Ensures consistent and dependable operation in applications with pure axial loads.
- Reduced Maintenance Requirements: Its robust design and high-quality materials lead to a longer operational life and fewer replacements.
- Cost-Effective Axial Support: Offers an efficient and economical solution for managing high thrust loads in various types of machinery.
- Improved Equipment Longevity: By effectively managing axial forces, it reduces stress on other components, contributing to the overall durability of the machine.
