Product Overview: The KM 10 Metric Lock Nut
The KM 10 is a precision-engineered metric lock nut, an essential component in our range of Bearing Accessories. With a standard thread size of M50x1.5, it is designed to securely locate bearings and other components onto a shaft or adapter sleeve. The KM 10 lock nut, when used in conjunction with a corresponding MB 10 lock washer, provides a reliable and simple method for fastening bearings, preventing them from loosening due to vibration or operational loads.
As a key part of many mechanical assemblies, our KM 10 nuts are manufactured to strict industry standards, ensuring a secure fit and long-term performance. This type of nut is indispensable for mounting tapered bore bearings on adapter sleeves, such as the H 210, and for securing components against a shaft shoulder. Explore our full range of Lock Nuts to find the correct fastening solution for your application.
Key Features of the KM 10 Lock Nut
- Precision Machined Threads: Features a standard M50x1.5 metric thread for a secure and accurate fit on shafts and adapter sleeves.
- Multiple Locking Positions: Designed with four equally spaced slots on its circumference to engage with the tab of an MB 10 lock washer, allowing for precise adjustment and secure locking.
- High-Strength Steel Construction: Manufactured from durable steel to withstand tightening forces and resist wear and deformation.
- Reusable Design: Can be dismounted and reused multiple times without significant loss of performance, making it a cost-effective solution.
- Simplified Installation: Requires standard tools like a spanner wrench for easy and efficient tightening and loosening.
- Corrosion Resistant Finish: Often treated with a protective finish to resist rust and corrosion in various operating environments.
Common Applications
- Mounting Bearings on Adapter Sleeves: Widely used to push tapered bore bearings up the sleeve and secure them in place.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Secures gears and bearings on shafts, ensuring proper alignment and power transmission.
- Conveyor Systems: Fastens pulley and roller bearings, maintaining tension and smooth operation.
- Electric Motors and Pumps: Locks bearings onto motor shafts, preventing axial movement and ensuring rotational stability.
- Agricultural Machinery: Used in equipment like combines and balers to secure components subjected to high vibration.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Provides robust fastening for components in heavy-duty machinery.
Benefits of Using the KM 10 Lock Nut
- Prevents Axial Loosening: Ensures that bearings and other components remain firmly in their designated position on the shaft.
- Enhanced Operational Safety: Provides a reliable locking mechanism that reduces the risk of component failure due to vibration.
- Accurate Bearing Adjustment: Allows for precise control over bearing clearance and preload during installation.
- Extends Bearing and Shaft Life: Proper mounting with a lock nut prevents damage to the bearing bore and shaft surface.
- Simplified Assembly and Maintenance: Facilitates straightforward installation, adjustment, and removal of bearings, reducing downtime.
- Cost-Effective Reliability: Offers a proven and economical method for securing critical rotating components in machinery.
