Last news, we explained about the dimensions and service life of a bearing.Today we will explain bearing limiting speed, running accuracy and fits, as measures for whether the bearing type you chose was appropriate.

When selecting a bearing, we need one that rotates stably and with the required accuracy, in a manner appropriate to the operating speed of the machine. What kind of things do we need to pay attention to when selecting bearings?

we will elaborate on the following two points you need to be aware of when selecting your bearing.

  The bearing should rotate stably and with the required accuracy at the operating speed of the machine.

  The bearing should have the fits and internal clearance necessary to satisfy its service life.

1. Limiting speed and running accuracy

1) Limiting speed

When a bearing rotates, its internal temperature rises due to friction resistance.

Once the bearing reaches a rotational speed equal to or greater than a certain amount, its temperature will increase tremendously, impairing the ability of the machine to run smoothly. This certain amount is called the "limiting speed." The specifications tables in our bearing catalog show the limiting speed for each bearing type and set of dimensions. You should select a bearing with a limiting speed that is higher than the rotational speed in accordance with the operating speed of the machine.

If a machine keeps running above the limiting speed of the bearing, the temperature of the bearing will increase dramatically, and potentially cause damage (seizure).

Note that a limiting speed of the bearing is affected not only by the type and size of the bearing but is also greatly affected by such factors as its tolerance, cage type and material, type and amount of lubricant, lubrication method, and so on. For this reason, if you intend to use a bearing at a high rotational speed, please consult with JTEKT before making your decision.

2) Tolerance

Bearing tolerances for the boundary dimension accuracy and running accuracy of the bearings are specified (see Table 3), as well several types of tolerance classes for each individual bearing type.

Bearings of class 0 offer adequate performance for general applications.Bearings of class 5 or higher are required for a precise running accuracy and a higher rotational speed.

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2. Bearing fits and bearing internal clearance

1) Bearing fits

"Bearing fit" is what we call the relationship between the bore diameter of the bearing inner ring and the shaft diameter, or the relationship between the outside diameter of the bearing outer ring and the bore diameter of the housing. Below is an explanation of the types of fit, taking as an example the relationship between the bearing inner ring and the shaft.

a) Clearance fit

The shaft diameter is smaller than the bore diameter of the inner ring, and even after mounting the inner ring on the shaft there is a clearance between them. Bearing mounting is simple.

b) Interference fit

The shaft diameter is larger than the bore diameter of the inner ring, and the bearing is firmly locked in place on the shaft. This, however, can make it difficult to mount the bearing on the shaft, so consideration needs to be given to the mounting method.

c) Transition fit

This is somewhere between the clearance fit and the interference fit.

N.B.: Making the wrong decision regarding clearance fit can result in circumferential relative sliipping (see Figure 3) on the fitting surface (the mounting surface between the bearing and the shaft or housing) and damage the bearing. For this reason, it is important to take care when deciding on the fits.

2) Internal clearance

"Bearing internal clearance" is defined as the total distance either inner or outer ring can be moved when the other ring is fixed. Internal clearance can be either radial or axial.

The bearing internal clearance has a significant effect on its performance, so it is important to select a bearing with the right internal clearance for the machine usage conditions.

Taking the example of a radial bearing, we will explain about the effect of the internal clearance on rolling element load and fatigue life.

a) If there is an internal clearance, several rolling elements located near the direction of the load will come in contact with the inner and outer rings, causing a load to be placed. However, there is a clearance at the rolling elements on the opposite side of the load direction, and no load is applied.

b) If there is a slightly negative internal clearance, a greater number of rolling elements will come in contact with the inner and outer rings (see Figure 5b), dispersing the load that was placed on more rolling elements. This creates the longest bearing fatigue life. However, if the internal clearance drops far below 0, the load put on the rolling elements will become too heavy, causing significant shortening of fatigue life.

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Conclusion

Last news, we explained about bearing limiting speed, running accuracy and fits, as measures for whether the bearing type you select was appropriate.

You should select a bearing with a limiting speed that is higher than the rotational speed in accordance with the operating speed of the machine.

Bearings of class 5 or higher are required for a precise running accuracy and a higher rotational speed.

Select the best bearing "fit" based on the load direction and conditions.

Select the bearing internal clearance based on the operating clearance.

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