Product Overview: The AHX 2311 Withdrawal Sleeve
The AHX 2311 is a precision-engineered withdrawal sleeve designed to facilitate the easy dismounting of bearings with a tapered bore from a cylindrical shaft seating. As a key component in our Bearing Accessories range, this sleeve is part of the AHX 2300 Series and is essential for applications requiring secure bearing mounting and simplified removal. Specifically designed for a 50mm shaft, it allows for the correct and firm positioning of bearings with a 55mm tapered bore, ensuring optimal performance and preventing shaft damage during maintenance.
Withdrawal sleeves like the AHX 2311 are indispensable in heavy industrial settings where reliability and minimal downtime are critical. They are used in conjunction with a lock nut to press the sleeve into the bearing bore, achieving a tight fit on the shaft. This method simplifies the removal process, as the bearing can be easily pushed off the sleeve's tapered surface. Explore our full collection of Withdrawal Sleeves to find the right component for your machinery.
Key Features of the AHX 2311
- Simplified Dismounting: Specifically designed to make removing bearings from cylindrical shafts a straightforward process, reducing maintenance time.
- Shaft Protection: Prevents damage to the shaft surface that can occur with direct bearing dismounting methods.
- Precision Machined: Manufactured with tight tolerances to ensure a perfect fit between the shaft, sleeve, and bearing, guaranteeing concentricity.
- High-Strength Steel: Constructed from high-quality steel for excellent durability and resistance to wear and deformation under load.
- Slit Design: Features a full-length slit that allows for slight compression, ensuring a secure grip on the shaft once installed.
- Versatile Compatibility: Designed for use with various bearing types, including Self-Aligning Ball Bearings and Spherical Roller Bearings with a tapered bore.
Common Applications
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Used for mounting bearings on fan shafts, allowing for easier maintenance and replacement.
- Conveyor Belt Pulleys: Facilitates the secure assembly and simple disassembly of bearings in conveyor systems.
- Agricultural Equipment: Essential for machinery like combines and balers, where components are subject to heavy loads and frequent maintenance.
- Mining and Construction Machinery: Provides a robust mounting solution for bearings in crushers, screens, and earth-moving equipment.
- Pulp and Paper Mills: Used in roller assemblies where bearings need to be replaced periodically without damaging the long shafts.
- Large Gearboxes and Transmissions: Ensures that bearings can be easily removed and replaced during gearbox overhauls.
Benefits of Using the AHX 2311
- Reduced Downtime: The ease of dismounting significantly shortens the time required for bearing replacement and other maintenance tasks.
- Increased Component Lifespan: By preventing damage to shafts during maintenance, it extends the service life of costly components.
- Cost-Effective Mounting: Allows for the use of standard cylindrical shafts, which are more economical than stepped or tapered shafts.
- Enhanced Reliability: Provides a secure and reliable interference fit, preventing the bearing from slipping on the shaft during operation.
- Simplified Maintenance Procedures: Does not require specialized heating or pulling equipment for dismounting, simplifying the overall process.
- Improved Operational Safety: A controlled and predictable dismounting process reduces the risk of accidents during maintenance.
