Product Overview: The KM 36 Lock Nut
The KM 36 Lock Nut is a precision-engineered mechanical component essential for securely mounting bearings and other parts onto a shaft. Featuring a standard metric thread of M180x3, this lock nut provides reliable axial positioning and prevents loosening due to vibration or operational loads. As a fundamental part of our Bearing Accessories and Lock Nut collections, the KM 36 is manufactured from high-quality steel to ensure durability and consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.
This lock nut is designed to be used with a corresponding MB 36 lock washer, which engages with a keyway on the shaft and one of the nut's four slots to create a secure locking mechanism. This system simplifies the process of bearing installation and removal while providing a dependable hold. It is commonly used with adapter sleeves like the H 2338 or H 3138 to mount bearings with a tapered bore onto a cylindrical shaft.
Key Features of the KM 36 Lock Nut
- Precision Metric Thread: Features a standard M180x3 thread for compatibility with corresponding shafts and sleeves.
- Four Locking Slots: Equipped with four equally spaced slots on its circumference for secure fastening with a lock washer.
- High-Strength Steel Construction: Manufactured from durable steel to withstand high tightening torques and operational stresses.
- Reusable Design: Can be dismounted and reused multiple times without significant loss of performance, making it a cost-effective solution.
- Simplified Installation: Allows for easy and accurate axial positioning of bearings using a hook or impact spanner.
- Secure Locking System: When used with an MB 36 lock washer, it creates a positive lock that prevents the nut from backing off.
Common Applications
- Industrial Gearboxes: Secures gears and bearings on transmission shafts, ensuring precise alignment and reliability.
- Conveyor Systems: Used to mount bearings in conveyor rollers and drive pulleys, preventing axial movement.
- Pumps and Compressors: Provides secure fastening for bearings on rotating shafts in various types of pumps.
- Electric Motors and Fans: Ensures that bearings on motor shafts remain in their correct position, reducing vibration and wear.
- Agricultural Machinery: Employed in heavy-duty equipment like combines and tractors to secure wheel hub bearings and other critical components.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Essential for locking bearings in place on machinery subjected to heavy loads and harsh conditions.
Benefits of Using the KM 36
- Enhanced Bearing Performance: Ensures bearings are correctly preloaded and positioned, maximizing their operational efficiency and lifespan.
- Prevents Axial Movement: Reliably secures bearings and other components against axial displacement on the shaft.
- Increased Machine Reliability: A secure mounting reduces the risk of component failure, leading to less downtime and improved productivity.
- Simplified Maintenance: The straightforward design facilitates quick installation, adjustment, and removal of bearings during maintenance.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Its durability and reusability offer excellent long-term value compared to single-use fastening methods.
- Protection for Shafts: Prevents damage to shaft threads that can occur from less secure or improper mounting techniques.
