Product Overview: The MB 06 Lock Washer
The MB 06 Lock Washer is a critical component in our Bearing Accessories range, designed to securely fasten lock nuts and prevent them from loosening under vibration or operational stress. With an inner diameter of 30mm, an outer diameter of 42mm, and a thickness of 1mm, the MB 06 is specifically engineered to be used with the corresponding KM 06 Lock Nut. This simple yet effective device is essential for mounting bearings on shafts, particularly when using adapter sleeves like the H 206.
As a leading supplier of industrial parts, we ensure our MB 06 lock washers meet stringent quality standards. The design features multiple external tabs that can be bent into slots on the lock nut, creating a positive mechanical lock. This prevents relative rotation between the nut and the washer, ensuring the entire assembly remains tight and secure on the shaft. Explore our full range of Lock Washers to find the precise solution for your application.
Key Features of the MB 06 Lock Washer
- Positive Locking Action: Features an inner tab that locates in the shaft's keyway and outer tabs that bend into the lock nut's slots for a secure hold.
- Prevents Loosening: Effectively counteracts the effects of vibration, shock loads, and temperature changes that can cause nuts to back off.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality spring steel for strength, resilience, and long-term reliability.
- Precision Sizing: Engineered to match the dimensions of KM 06 lock nuts and corresponding shafts for a perfect fit.
- Simple Installation: Easy to install using basic hand tools, providing a straightforward and dependable locking method.
- Corrosion Resistance: Often supplied with a protective finish to resist rust and corrosion in various industrial environments.
Common Applications
- Bearing Assemblies: Used to secure bearings onto adapter sleeves or directly onto stepped shafts in countless machinery types.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Ensures that gears and bearings remain fixed in position on their respective shafts.
- Electric Motors: Secures rotor bearings, preventing axial movement and maintaining alignment.
- Pumps and Compressors: Locks nuts on impeller or rotor shafts, critical for high-speed rotating equipment.
- Conveyor Systems: Maintains the position of rollers and pulley bearings, ensuring smooth and reliable operation.
- Agricultural Machinery: Widely used in equipment like harvesters and tractors to secure components exposed to heavy vibration.
- Automotive Drivetrains: Applied in securing wheel bearings, transmission components, and axle nuts.
Benefits of Using the MB 06 Lock Washer
- Enhanced Safety and Reliability: Prevents critical components from loosening, reducing the risk of catastrophic equipment failure.
- Reduced Maintenance Costs: By maintaining preload and preventing unintended disassembly, it lowers the need for frequent inspections and retightening.
- Extended Component Life: Helps maintain proper bearing alignment and preload, extending the service life of both the bearing and the shaft.
- Cost-Effective Solution: An inexpensive but highly effective method for securing threaded components compared to more complex locking systems.
- Easy to Use: Its simple design allows for quick installation and removal during assembly or maintenance procedures.
- Versatile Application: Provides a reliable locking solution across a wide spectrum of mechanical and industrial applications.