Product Overview: The AHX 320 Withdrawal Sleeve
The AHX 320 is a precision-engineered withdrawal sleeve designed for the easy dismounting of bearings with a tapered bore from a cylindrical shaft seat. Specifically manufactured for use on 100mm diameter shafts, this sleeve is an essential component in our Withdrawal Sleeves collection and a key part of the AHX 3200 Series. Withdrawal sleeves are pushed into the bearing bore, which is mounted against a shaft shoulder or similar fixed component. The bearing is then dismounted by tightening a lock nut onto the sleeve's threaded section, which extracts the sleeve and frees the bearing. This method prevents damage to both the bearing and the shaft during maintenance or replacement.
Our AHX 320 sleeves are made from high-grade steel to ensure durability and reliable performance in demanding industrial environments. They are ideal for securing bearings in applications where periodic removal is necessary. Explore our complete range of bearing accessories to find all the necessary components for your mounting and dismounting needs.
Key Features of the AHX 320
- Simplified Bearing Dismounting: Allows for quick and easy removal of bearings with a tapered bore without damaging the shaft.
- Precision Machined Threads: Ensures smooth engagement with lock nuts for effective and controlled bearing extraction.
- Slit Design: Features a full-length slit that allows for compression, ensuring a tight and secure fit on the shaft.
- High-Quality Steel Construction: Manufactured from durable steel for high strength, longevity, and resistance to wear.
- Standardized Dimensions: Produced to industry-standard specifications for compatibility with corresponding bearings and shafts.
- Corrosion Resistant Finish: Treated to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring reliability in various operating conditions.
Common Applications
- Heavy Industrial Machinery: Used in large gearboxes, rolling mills, and crushers where robust bearing arrangements are required.
- Conveyor Systems: Ideal for mounting bearings on conveyor pulleys and rollers, facilitating easier maintenance routines.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Ensures secure mounting of large bearings in ventilation and air-handling units.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Provides a reliable method for dismounting bearings in heavy-duty machinery like excavators and rock crushers.
- Pulp and Paper Mills: Essential for machinery with large rollers, such as paper machines, where bearing replacement is common.
- Power Generation: Used in turbines and generators to secure bearings on large-diameter shafts.
Benefits of Using the AHX 320 Sleeve
- Prevents Shaft Damage: Eliminates the need for hammers or pullers directly on the bearing, protecting the shaft surface from scoring or damage.
- Reduces Maintenance Time: Significantly speeds up the bearing dismounting process, minimizing equipment downtime.
- Increases Component Lifespan: Proper dismounting techniques prevent damage to the bearing, allowing it to be reused if necessary.
- Ensures Accurate Positioning: When used for mounting, it helps locate the bearing precisely on the shaft.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Provides an economical and reliable method for servicing bearing arrangements compared to complex custom solutions.
- Improves Safety: Offers a controlled and secure method for removing tightly fitted bearings, enhancing workshop safety.
