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    8 Products

    Ball Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ball Bearings. Ball Bearings, Open.

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    Smoother than smooth—the balls inside these bearings roll nearly friction-free. You’ll often find them on rapidly rotating parts, from the whirring chuck on a power drill to the spinning shaft on an electric motor.
    Open—With no rubber seal to block airflow, these bearings dissipate heat quickly, extending the life of the lubricant and reducing friction over time.
    Steel—Strong and wear resistant. However, these bearings are best for dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel—Combine the strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of stainless steel. These bearings won't degrade from water or mild chemicals, such as the ammonia in cleaning solutions. However, they'll weaken when exposed to salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—The most corrosion-resistant metal bearings we offer. They won't pit or weaken from salt water or harsh chemicals, such as bleach and chlorine found in cleaning solutions.
    ABEC Rating—Bearings with an ABEC rating meet industry tolerance standards established by the Annular Bearing Engineers Committee (ABEC). They're rated on a scale from 1 to 9. The higher the rating, the tighter the tolerance. Bearings rated ABEC 1 or 3 are precise enough for most applications. If your application consistently runs at high speeds or requires high accuracy, consider bearings rated ABEC 5 or higher, since they generate less friction and heat.
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    For Housing
    ID, mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    ABEC
    Rating
    Dynamic Radial
    Load Cap., lb.
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Min.
    Max.
    Inner Ring
    Type
    Bearing
    Trade No.
    Each
    Open
     
    Steel
    12321011,55030,000-20230Standard6201
    		5972K31300000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel
    12321011,00022,000-40240Standard6201
    		6153K11800000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    123210Not Rated1601,100-40140Standard6201
    		5908K4100000
     

    Permanently Lubricated Ball Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ball Bearings. Permanently Lubricated Ball Bearings.
    Install and forget these self-lubricating bearings. Their lubricant is a solid material that fills the space between the balls and releases oil over time, so you'll never need to add more.
    Open—With no rubber seal to block airflow, these bearings dissipate heat quickly, extending the life of the lubricant and reducing friction over time.
    Steel—Strong and wear resistant. However, these bearings are best for dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel—Combine the strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of stainless steel. These bearings won't degrade from water or mild chemicals, such as the ammonia in cleaning solutions. However, they'll weaken when exposed to salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach.
    ABEC Rating—Bearings with an ABEC rating meet industry tolerance standards established by the Annular Bearing Engineers Committee (ABEC). They're rated on a scale from 1 to 9. The higher the rating, the tighter the tolerance. Bearings rated ABEC 1 or 3 are precise enough for most applications. If your application consistently runs at high speeds or requires high accuracy, consider bearings rated ABEC 5 or higher, since they generate less friction and heat.
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    For Housing
    ID, mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    ABEC
    Rating
    Dynamic Radial
    Load Cap., lb.
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Min.
    Max.
    Inner Ring
    Type
    Bearing
    Trade No.
    Each
    Open
     
    Steel
    12321011,25013,50010200Standard6201
    		2349K219000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel
    12321011,05013,000-10200Standard6201
    		4668K19400000
     

    Dry-Running Ball Bearings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Ball Bearings. Dry-Running Ball Bearings.
    Made of naturally slippery plastic so there's no lubricant to maintain or make a mess. These bearings are ideal for spic-and-span spaces since oil won't drip off, wash out, or collect dust over time. They won't rust or warp from moisture, so they stand up to thorough cleanings.
    Open—With no rubber seal to block airflow, these bearings dissipate heat quickly, reducing wear and extending the life of the bearing.
    Acetal—The most common choice for plastic bearings, acetal is economical yet still stands up to daily wear and tear.
    316 Stainless Steel Balls—Won't corrode from salt water or harsh chemicals, such as bleach and chlorine found in cleaning solutions.
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    316 Stainless
    Steel Balls
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    For Housing
    ID, mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Dynamic Radial
    Load Cap., lb.
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Min.
    Max.
    ABEC
    Rating
    Bearing
    Trade No.
    Each
    Open
     
    Acetal
    123210551,100-40180Not Rated6201
    		6455K46000000
     

    End Supports for Ball Screws and Precision Lead Screws

    A set of ball bearings reduces friction and secures the end of a ball or lead screw. Note: The end of your ball or lead screw must be machined before installing it into an end support.
    For Radial LoadsAbout For Radial Loads
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. End Supports for Ball Screws and Precision Lead Screws. For Radial Loads.
    End supports for radial loads handle loads perpendicular to the lead screw.
    Face Mounting Holes
    Top
    Mounting Holes
    ID
    Ht.
    Ctr.
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    No. of Mounting
    Holes
    Dia.
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Wd.
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Wd.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Alloy Steel
    15/32"1 7/8"1"3"25/32"69/32"2 1/4"1 1/8"13/32"2 1/4"-40 to 21060755K4460000000
     

    Shims for Ball Bearing Housings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains MultipleImages. Shims. Sold Individually, For Ball Bearing Housings, Round.
    No need for keys, pins, or messy adhesives. These shims fit around the outer ring of your bearings for a secure hold in stamped, molded, or worn housings. All have ridges that press against the housing like a spring to keep the bearings in place. The ridges also dampen vibration for smooth operation, adjust for temperature fluctuations to maintain their grip, and compensate for up to 0.5° of misalignment. These shims are also known as tolerance rings.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these shims resist rust. However, they’ll corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    For
    Bearing
    Trade
    No.
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Static Radial
    Load Cap., lb.
    For Bearing Housing
    Bore Dia., mm
    Thk., mm
    Corrugation
    Ht., mm
    Misalignment
    Capability
    Min.
    Hardness
    Each
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    6201
    		321067033.88 to 33.980.203 to 0.5080.749 to 1.250.5°Rockwell C402896K14000000
     
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