Product Overview: The H 3144 OH Adapter Sleeve
The H 3144 OH is a precision-engineered adapter sleeve designed for mounting bearings with a 220 mm tapered bore onto a 200 mm cylindrical shaft. As a key component in our OH 3100 Series, this sleeve is part of a comprehensive range of Adapter Sleeves that facilitate secure and accurate bearing installation. The "OH" designation signifies that this sleeve is equipped with integrated oil supply ducts and distribution grooves, enabling the use of the hydraulic method for mounting and dismounting. This feature is particularly beneficial for large bearings, as it significantly reduces the force required and minimizes the risk of damage to the bearing or shaft.
Manufactured from high-quality steel, the H 3144 OH ensures a reliable and rigid connection between the bearing and the shaft. It comes complete with a corresponding lock nut and lock washer to securely fasten the bearing in its final position, preventing axial movement during operation. This sleeve is an essential accessory for a wide array of heavy-duty industrial applications.
Key Features of the H 3144 OH Sleeve
- Hydraulic Mounting/Dismounting: Features oil supply ducts and grooves that allow for the oil injection method, simplifying the installation and removal of large bearings.
- Complete Assembly: Supplied as a complete set including a high-strength lock nut and a secure locking washer.
- Facilitates Tapered Bore Mounting: Enables bearings with a tapered bore to be mounted on standard cylindrical shafts without the need for a special shaft shoulder.
- Precision Machined Taper: Ensures full surface contact with the bearing bore for a secure and concentric fit, maximizing bearing life and performance.
- High-Strength Steel Construction: Made from durable materials to withstand high mounting forces and operational loads.
- Versatile Application: Allows for the bearing to be positioned at any point along a smooth shaft, providing flexibility in machine design.
Common Applications
- Heavy Industrial Machinery: Used in equipment where large bearings are subject to heavy loads and require secure mounting, such as in steel mills and paper processing plants.
- Conveyor Systems: Ideal for mounting bearings on the long shafts of conveyor pulleys, where precise positioning is crucial.
- Mining and Construction Equipment: Essential for machinery like rock crushers, vibrating screens, and grinding mills that operate in harsh environments.
- Large Fans and Blowers: Provides a reliable mounting solution for bearings in industrial ventilation systems, ensuring smooth and stable operation.
- Marine and Offshore Applications: Used in propulsion systems and deck machinery where reliability and ease of maintenance are critical.
- Power Generation: Applied in turbines and generators to secure rotor bearings, facilitating easier maintenance cycles.
Benefits of Using the H 3144 OH
- Simplified Installation and Removal: The hydraulic feature drastically reduces the time, effort, and risk of damage associated with mounting and dismounting large bearings.
- Enhanced Operational Reliability: Provides a secure, full-contact fit that prevents fretting corrosion between the shaft and sleeve.
- Cost-Effective Design: Eliminates the need for expensive machining of steps or shoulders on shafts, allowing for the use of commercially available smooth shafts.
- Increased Bearing Service Life: Proper mounting with correct interference fit ensures optimal running conditions and prevents premature bearing failure.
- Improved Maintenance Efficiency: Dramatically simplifies the process of bearing replacement, reducing machine downtime and labor costs.
- Flexible Positioning: Bearings can be easily located and secured at any axial position on the shaft, simplifying assembly and alignment.