Product Overview: The LR 5204 Track Roller Bearing
The LR 5204 is a high-performance track roller bearing, designed for reliability in guidance and linear motion applications. Based on the internal design of a 5204 double row Angular Contact Ball Bearing, this component features a robust, thick-walled outer ring. With primary dimensions of 20x47x20.6mm, the LR 5204 is engineered to withstand high radial loads and accommodate potential shock loads encountered in cam drives and conveyor systems. Its double row construction provides excellent rigidity and the ability to support forces from multiple directions.
As part of our specialized Track Rollers collection, the LR 5204 is a crucial component for building precise and durable linear motion systems. Its design ensures smooth and consistent movement along a track, making it a preferred choice for a variety of industrial automation and material handling machinery. Explore our comprehensive 5200 Series for related bearing solutions.
Key Features of the LR 5204
- Double Row Angular Contact Design: Provides high load-carrying capacity for both radial and axial forces in both directions.
- Thick-Walled Outer Ring: Specially designed to handle heavy and shock radial loads when running on a track or cam.
- High Rotational Accuracy: Precision manufacturing ensures smooth rolling and accurate guidance.
- Enhanced Rigidity: The two-row ball configuration offers superior stiffness, preventing tilting under load.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality bearing steel for exceptional durability and a long service life.
- Versatile Mounting: Suitable for a wide range of track roller and cam follower applications.
Common Applications
- Conveyor Systems: Used as guidance rollers to ensure the precise movement of conveyor belts and material carriers.
- Linear Motion Systems: Provides stable and smooth rolling for various industrial automation and robotic systems.
- Cam Drives and Mechanisms: Ideal for translating rotary motion to linear motion with high reliability.
- Packaging Machinery: Ensures accurate guidance of components in automated packaging lines.
- Printing Presses: Used for roller guidance where precision and stability are critical for print quality.
- Material Handling Equipment: Essential for rollers in lift trucks, palletizers, and other warehouse machinery.
- Textile Machinery: Guides moving parts in weaving looms and other textile processing equipment.
Benefits of Using the LR 5204
- Improved System Reliability: Robust design minimizes wear and tear, reducing downtime in critical machinery.
- Space-Saving Solution: Offers the capacity of two single-row bearings in a more compact unit.
- High Load Endurance: Capable of withstanding demanding operational conditions, including high loads and impacts.
- Extended Component Life: Reduces stress on tracks and other components through smooth rolling performance.
- Simplified Assembly: As a self-contained unit, it is easier to install than separate bearing arrangements.
- Consistent Performance: Delivers reliable and repeatable motion, enhancing the overall precision of the machinery.
