Product Overview: The 51264M Thrust Ball Bearing
The 51264M Thrust Ball Bearing is a high-performance component specifically designed to manage heavy axial loads in a single direction. With principal dimensions of 320mm Bore Diameter, 440mm Outer Diameter, and 95mm Thickness, this bearing is engineered for demanding industrial applications requiring high precision and axial rigidity. As part of our 51200 Series of Thrust Ball Bearings, the 51264M features a separable design, consisting of a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a ball and cage assembly. This simplifies mounting and dismounting procedures significantly. The 'M' suffix denotes a machined brass cage, which offers superior strength and performance in high-speed and high-temperature environments compared to standard steel cages.
Key Features of the 51264M Bearing
- Single-Direction Axial Load Capacity: Specifically designed to support heavy thrust loads acting parallel to the shaft's axis in one direction.
- Separable Components: The shaft washer, housing washer, and ball-cage assembly can be mounted independently, simplifying installation and maintenance.
- Machined Brass Cage: The 'M' designation indicates a robust brass cage, providing excellent performance under high speeds, heavy loads, and elevated temperatures.
- High Rigidity: Engineered to provide a high degree of stiffness, making it ideal for applications where shaft displacement must be minimal.
- Grooved Raceways: The washers feature deep, precision-ground raceways to ensure optimal load distribution across the balls, enhancing performance and lifespan.
- Premium Quality Steel: Manufactured from high-purity, through-hardened bearing steel for exceptional durability and resistance to wear.
Common Applications
- Industrial Gearboxes: Provides reliable support for vertical shafts and gears subjected to significant axial forces.
- Rotating and Indexing Tables: Ensures smooth and precise rotation in machine tools and manufacturing equipment.
- Vertical Pumps and Motors: Ideal for supporting the axial load of vertical shaft assemblies in pumping and motor applications.
- Crane Hooks and Swivels: Used in lifting equipment to handle the immense thrust loads generated during operation.
- Plastic Extrusion Machinery: Supports the extruder screw, managing the high axial pressure created during the process.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Employed in heavy machinery where robust axial load support is critical for reliability.
- Machine Tool Spindles: Provides the necessary rigidity and precision for high-accuracy machining operations.
Benefits of Using the 51264M Bearing
- Enhanced Equipment Reliability: The robust design ensures stable performance under heavy axial stress, reducing the risk of premature failure.
- Simplified Installation: Its separable nature allows for easier and more efficient mounting, saving time and labor costs.
- Extended Service Life: High-quality materials and a precision design minimize wear and friction, leading to a longer operational lifespan.
- Superior Performance in Harsh Conditions: The machined brass cage makes it suitable for applications with high speeds, vibrations, and temperatures.
- Reduced Maintenance Requirements: Durable construction and reliable operation decrease the frequency of maintenance and downtime.
- Precise Axial Location: Offers very little axial play, ensuring accurate and stable positioning of the shaft.
