Product Overview: The 51306 Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51306 Thrust Ball Bearing is a precision-engineered component designed to manage axial loads in a single direction. With key dimensions of a 30mm bore diameter, 52mm outer diameter, and 16mm thickness, this bearing is part of the 51300 Series of single-direction Thrust Ball Bearings. Its design is ideal for applications where heavy axial forces are present along a shaft's axis, but it is not suitable for radial loads. The bearing's components—a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a ball and cage assembly—are separable, which greatly simplifies mounting and maintenance procedures.
As a specialist supplier of industrial components, we provide high-quality 51306 bearings manufactured to meet stringent industry standards. This ensures reliable performance, high stiffness, and a long operational lifespan in demanding environments. These bearings are fundamental in machinery that requires precise axial load support to prevent shaft displacement and ensure smooth operation.
Key Features of the 51306 Bearing
- Axial Load Support: Specifically designed to accommodate high axial (thrust) loads in one direction.
- Separable Design: The shaft washer, housing washer, and ball cage assembly can be mounted individually, allowing for easy installation and inspection.
- High Precision: Manufactured to tight tolerances, making it suitable for applications requiring high running accuracy.
- Durable Construction: Made from high-quality, through-hardened bearing steel for excellent durability and resistance to wear.
- Compact and Stiff: Provides high axial stiffness within a minimal axial space.
- Grooved Raceways: Features deep, uninterrupted raceways on both washers to handle thrust loads effectively.
Common Applications
- Machine Tool Spindles: Provides precise axial positioning for rotating components in lathes and milling machines.
- Automotive Clutches: Used in clutch release mechanisms to handle the axial force required for engagement and disengagement.
- Vertical Shafts: Supports the weight and axial forces in vertically oriented machinery such as pumps and mixers.
- Jacks and Lifting Equipment: Essential for managing the heavy axial loads in screw jacks and other lifting devices.
- Rotary Tables: Ensures smooth and precise rotation under axial load in indexing and positioning tables.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Supports axial loads on shafts within gearbox assemblies to maintain gear alignment.
- Crane Hooks: Allows for the smooth rotation of crane hooks while under heavy vertical loads.
Benefits of Using the 51306 Bearing
- Efficient Load Management: Provides a reliable and effective solution for handling purely axial forces, enhancing machine performance.
- Simplified Assembly: The separable nature of the bearing's components reduces installation time and complexity.
- Extended Service Life: High-quality materials and a robust design lead to a longer operational lifespan and reduced downtime.
- Improved Machinery Accuracy: High axial stiffness minimizes shaft displacement, contributing to greater operational precision.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers an economical method for managing single-direction thrust loads compared to more complex bearing types.
- Low Maintenance Requirements: Once properly installed and lubricated, these bearings offer long periods of maintenance-free operation.
