Self-Aligning Bearing
New Jaydeep Bearing in Vapi offers a wide range of Self-Aligning Bearings in various series, designed for applications with high load capacity and tolerance to misalignment.
Self-aligning bearings are specialized types of rolling element bearings designed to accommodate misalignment between the shaft and the housing. They typically consist of two rows of balls or rollers and have a spherical outer race, allowing for a certain degree of angular misalignment.
Key Features:
Self-Alignment: The spherical outer race allows the inner race to pivot, enabling the bearing to adjust to misalignment without significant stress or wear.
Load Capacity: They can handle both radial and axial loads, making them versatile for various applications.
Reduced Friction: The rolling elements minimize friction, leading to smoother operation and longer service life.
Ease of Installation: Their design simplifies installation, as they can tolerate some misalignment without requiring precise alignment during setup.
Common Applications:
Electric Motors: Where misalignment due to thermal expansion or installation tolerances is common.
Pumps and Compressors: To accommodate shaft deflections and misalignments.
Agricultural Machinery: Often used in conditions where shocks and vibrations are prevalent.
Maintenance Considerations:
Regular lubrication is essential to prevent wear and ensure optimal performance.
Monitoring for signs of wear or misalignment can help in early detection of issues.
Self-aligning bearings are an excellent choice for applications where alignment might be difficult to maintain, providing reliability and efficiency in operation.
Self-aligning bearings are specially designed to handle misalignment between the shaft and the housing. They feature a spherical outer race that allows the inner race to adjust, accommodating angular misalignment without added stress.
Key Points:
Misalignment Tolerance: They can adjust to misalignment, reducing wear and tear.
Versatile Load Handling: Capable of supporting both radial and axial loads.
Low Friction: Rolling elements minimize friction, leading to smoother operation.
Easy Installation: Simplifies setup, as precise alignment isn’t always necessary.
Common Uses:
Electric Motors: To cope with thermal expansion and installation tolerances.
Pumps and Compressors: Where shaft deflections occur.
Agricultural Equipment: In high-shock and vibration environments.
Maintenance Tips:
Keep them properly lubricated for longevity.
Regularly check for wear and misalignment to catch issues early.
In short, self-aligning bearings are reliable and efficient solutions for challenging alignment conditions.
Range of Bearing:
Series 1200 (Standard Series for smaller radial loads)
1200, 1201, 1202, 1203, 1204, 1205, 1206, 1207, 1208, 1209, 1210, 1211, 1212, 1214, 1215, 1216, 1218, 1220.
This series is widely used in applications with lighter loads and higher speeds, typically for smaller machinery, electric motors, and agricultural equipment.
Series 2200 (Self-aligning ball bearings with a higher load capacity)
2200, 2201, 2202, 2203, 2204, 2205, 2206, 2207, 2208, 2209, 2210, 2211, 2212, 2213, 2214, 2215, 2216, 2217, 2218, 2219, 2220
Suitable for applications with moderate radial loads and misalignment tolerance, used in machinery, construction equipment, and general industrial applications.