Spherical thrust bearing, SAM, igubal®

igubal® spherical thrust bearings

igubal® self-aligning spherical thrust bearings are very easy to fit and help to compensate for alignment errors and prevent edge loading. The housing pad is made of the impact-resistant, thermoplastic composite igumid® G. The spherical washer is made of iglidur® W300 material. This combination provides exceptionally good friction and wear properties.

Technical Data

• Material of the housing pad: igumid G
• Material of the spherical washer: iglidur® W300
• Maximum sliding speed: 0.5 m/s
• Temperature: -30°C to +80 °C

• Easy installation: Quick and uncomplicated assembly
• Compensation for misalignment: Increases the service life of the bearings and surrounding components
• Compensation for edge loads: Leads to more even load distribution and improves system efficiency

Applications

• Weight reduction: Ideal when weight needs to be reduced
• Corrosion resistance: Perfect for applications requiring corrosion resistance
• Good friction values: Suitable for applications requiring low friction values
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Limitations

• Not suitable for very high loads
• Not suitable for temperatures above +80 °C
• Not suitable for high speeds
• Not suitable for sliding speeds above 0.5 m/s

Loads

The load capacity of igubal® spherical thrust bearings is very high in standard ambient temperatures. For high continuous loads and high temperatures, the load capacity of the spherical thrust bearings should be tested in an experiment that simulates the application

Assembly

The housing pad is installed so that it is countersunk and secured. The spherical washer is loosely fitted in the socket and is held in place by the shaft that is placed into the bearing.

Product range

igubal® spherical thrust bearings are available in standard form to suit diameters from 5 to 20mm. Please contact us if you require other dimensions.