Product Overview: The AHX 2326 Withdrawal Sleeve
The AHX 2326 is a precision-engineered withdrawal sleeve designed for mounting bearings with a tapered bore onto a cylindrical shaft seat with a 120mm diameter. As a critical component in our Withdrawal Sleeves collection, it belongs to the robust AHX 2300 Series. Withdrawal sleeves are essential for applications on stepped shafts, providing a secure fit and simplifying the process of dismounting the bearing for maintenance or replacement. The sleeve is pressed into the bearing bore, and its position is typically secured by a lock nut or an end plate.
Manufactured from high-quality steel, the AHX 2326 ensures durability and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments. Its slitted design allows for easy compression, facilitating a tight and accurate fit. This component is fundamental for machinery where bearings are subjected to heavy loads and require a dependable mounting solution that also allows for straightforward removal without damaging the shaft or bearing.
Key Features of the AHX 2326
- Simplified Dismounting: Specifically designed to facilitate the easy removal of bearings from their shaft seating.
- Secure Mounting: Allows bearings with a tapered bore to be firmly located on a stepped cylindrical shaft.
- Precision Machined: Engineered for exact dimensional accuracy, ensuring a reliable and concentric fit.
- High-Strength Steel Construction: Made from durable materials to withstand high forces during mounting and operation.
- Slotted Design: Features a slit along its length to allow for slight compression, ensuring a tight grip on the shaft.
- Corrosion Resistance: Treated to resist corrosion, extending its service life in various operational conditions.
Common Applications
- Heavy Industrial Fans and Blowers: Used to mount large bearings on fan shafts, facilitating easier maintenance.
- Conveyor Systems: Essential for securing bearings on conveyor drum and pulley shafts.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Applied in rock crushers, screening equipment, and other heavy-duty machinery.
- Pulp and Paper Mills: Used in roller assemblies and processing equipment where reliable bearing mounting is crucial.
- Large Gearboxes and Transmissions: Provides a secure mounting solution for bearings on main shafts.
- Agricultural Machinery: Employed in large implements where bearings undergo significant loads and periodic maintenance.
Benefits of Using the AHX 2326
- Reduced Downtime: The ease of dismounting significantly speeds up maintenance and replacement procedures.
- Enhanced Reliability: Provides a rigid and secure fit, reducing the risk of bearing slippage and fretting corrosion on the shaft.
- Protection of Components: Prevents damage to both the shaft and the bearing during the dismounting process.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers an economical method for using versatile tapered bore bearings on stepped shafts.
- Simplified Assembly: While requiring care, the process is straightforward for experienced technicians, ensuring correct bearing location.
- Versatile Application: Enables the use of a wide range of standard tapered bore bearings on custom shaft designs.
