Product Overview: The 51338 Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51338 Thrust Ball Bearing is a high-performance component engineered to manage significant axial loads in a single direction. With precise dimensions of 190mm Bore Diameter, 260mm Outer Diameter, and 55mm Thickness, this bearing is a vital part of our extensive 51300 Series within the broader Thrust Ball Bearings category. Its design features separable components—a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a ball and cage assembly—which simplifies mounting and inspection procedures. This construction allows for precise axial location of the shaft while accommodating purely axial loads.
As a specialist supplier of industrial components, we ensure our 51338 bearings meet stringent quality standards, delivering reliable and efficient performance. These bearings are indispensable in applications where high axial stiffness and load-carrying capacity are critical. They are not suitable for radial loads, but excel in managing thrust forces in machinery, ensuring smooth and stable rotational movement.
Key Features of the 51338 Bearing
- Single-Direction Axial Load Capacity: Specifically designed to handle heavy thrust loads in one direction.
- Separable Components: Consists of a shaft washer, housing washer, and ball/cage assembly, allowing for easy and independent mounting.
- High Rigidity: Provides excellent axial stiffness, making it ideal for applications requiring high precision and minimal axial displacement.
- Precision Manufacturing: Produced to tight tolerances to ensure smooth, low-friction operation and extended service life.
- Grooved Raceways: Both the shaft and housing washers feature raceway grooves to support the balls, enabling high-speed capabilities.
- Durable Steel Construction: Manufactured from high-quality bearing steel for superior durability and resistance to wear under heavy loads.
Common Applications
- Machine Tool Spindles: Used in lathes, milling machines, and grinders to support axial forces on rotating spindles.
- Rotating Tables and Indexing Tables: Provides stable and precise rotational support for heavy turntables in manufacturing and automation.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Manages axial loads generated by helical and bevel gears, preventing shaft movement and ensuring proper gear mesh.
- Vertical Pumps and Motors: Supports the axial weight and thrust of vertical shafts in large pump and motor assemblies.
- Cranes and Hoists: Utilized in crane hooks and lifting equipment to handle heavy vertical loads safely.
- Automotive Clutches: Essential in clutch release mechanisms to manage the axial force required for engagement and disengagement.
- Extrusion Machinery: Supports the axial pressure exerted by the screw in plastic and metal extruders.
Benefits of Using the 51338 Bearing
- Simplified Installation and Maintenance: The separable design makes mounting, dismounting, and inspection straightforward, reducing downtime.
- Enhanced Operational Precision: High axial stiffness minimizes shaft movement, leading to more accurate and repeatable machine performance.
- Long Service Life: High-quality materials and construction reduce wear and fatigue, ensuring long-term reliability even in demanding conditions.
- High Load-Carrying Capacity: Engineered to support substantial axial forces, making it suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications.
- Improved Equipment Stability: Effectively manages thrust loads, contributing to the overall stability and smooth operation of the machinery.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a durable and reliable solution for managing axial loads, reducing the need for frequent replacements and costly repairs.
