Product Overview: The MB 22 Lock Washer
The MB 22 is a vital component in our range of Bearing Accessories, specifically designed to work in conjunction with KM 22 lock nuts. This precision-engineered Lock Washer provides a simple yet highly effective method for securing bearings and other components onto a shaft, preventing the lock nut from loosening due to vibration or operational torque. With an inner diameter of 110mm and an outer diameter of 145mm, it is an industry-standard solution for robust and reliable fastening.
Functioning as a positive locking device, the MB 22 features an inner tab that locates into a keyway or slot on the shaft or adapter sleeve, and multiple outer tabs. Once the lock nut is tightened to the correct torque, one of the outer tabs is bent into a corresponding slot on the circumference of the nut, effectively locking it in place. This mechanism ensures that the axial clamping force is maintained, securing the entire bearing assembly.
Key Features of the MB 22 Lock Washer
- Positive Locking Action: Utilizes inner and outer tabs to create a secure mechanical lock, preventing nut rotation.
- Vibration Resistance: An essential component for applications subjected to vibration, shocks, and fluctuating loads.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality spring steel for strength, resilience, and long-term reliability.
- Simple Installation: Easy to install and secure with basic hand tools, simplifying assembly and maintenance procedures.
- Industry Standard Design: Conforms to standard dimensions, ensuring interchangeability and compatibility with corresponding KM series lock nuts.
- Cost-Effective Security: Offers a highly reliable and economical solution for securing critical rotating components.
Common Applications
- Bearing Assemblies: Commonly used to secure bearings on Adapter Sleeves (e.g., H 322, H 2322) and cylindrical shafts.
- Industrial Gearboxes: Ensures that gears and bearings remain securely positioned on their respective shafts.
- Pumps and Compressors: Prevents the loosening of impellers, rotors, and associated bearings.
- Conveyor Systems: Secures pulleys, rollers, and sprockets, ensuring the reliability of material handling equipment.
- Agricultural Machinery: Used in various rotating parts of tractors, harvesters, and implements to withstand harsh operating conditions.
- Electric Motors and Fans: Locks bearings and fan blades in place, ensuring smooth and safe operation.
- Automotive Drivetrains: Applied in various shaft assemblies where secure fastening is critical.
Benefits of Using the MB 22 Lock Washer
- Enhanced Machine Safety: Prevents catastrophic failure by ensuring critical components do not come loose during operation.
- Increased Assembly Reliability: Provides a dependable locking mechanism that maintains the integrity of the entire shaft assembly.
- Reduced Maintenance: Minimizes the need for frequent re-tightening of nuts, lowering maintenance costs and downtime.
- Simplified Assembly: The straightforward design allows for quick and easy locking without the need for specialized equipment.
- Protection of Components: Helps maintain proper bearing preload and position, extending the service life of both the bearing and the shaft.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for a wide array of industrial and mechanical applications requiring secure axial fastening.
