Extend the life cycle of TIMKEN angular contact ball bearings from maintenance

The main task of angular contact ball bearing failure analysis is to find out the main factors causing bearing failure based on a large number of background materials, analysis data and failure modes, so as to propose improvement measures in a targeted manner, extend the service life of bearings, and avoid TIMKEN bearings. A sudden early failure occurred.

    First of all, the structural design is reasonable and advanced, so that there will be a long angular contact ball bearing life. Bearings are generally manufactured through multiple processes such as forging, heat treatment, turning, grinding and assembly. The rationality, advancement and stability of each processing technology will also affect the life of the bearing. The heat treatment and grinding processes that affect the quality of the finished TIMKEN bearing often have a more direct relationship with the failure of the bearing. In recent years, research on the metamorphic layer of bearing working surface shows that the grinding process is closely related to the bearing surface quality.

1, pay attention to the installation of the bearing

Whether the bearing is installed correctly affects accuracy, life and performance. Therefore, the design and assembly department should fully study the installation of bearing products. I hope to install according to the operating standards. The items of the job standard are usually as follows:

(1) cleaning the bearing and bearing related components;

(2) Check the size and finishing of the connected components;

(3) installation;

(4) Inspection after installing the bearing;

(5) Supply lubricant. Carefully do the five steps of bearing installation

2, alignment, straightening

     After the TIMKEN bearing is installed, alignment may result in additional loads, friction and vibration of the bearing if not carefully aligned. These can accelerate fatigue and reduce the service life of bearing products and can damage the life of other machine parts. In addition, increased vibration and friction can greatly increase energy consumption and risk of premature failure.

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Analysis of the Influence of TIMKEN Micro-bearing Lubrication Method on Performance

When testing the advantages of chrome steel and stainless steel as TIMKEN bearing materials, they were found to not only have rust preventive effects. Chrome steel is the most common miniature bearing material. It is harder than stainless steel, so it lasts longer. However, at higher temperatures, its performance is not good.

At a high temperature of 120C, it undergoes tremendous deformation and the load is reduced. It can withstand a high temperature of 150C, but an instantaneous temperature of 150C or higher will reduce the life of the imported bearings. The heat treatment can subject the bearing to an elevated temperature of 170C.

The purpose of lubrication of TIMKEN bearings is to reduce internal friction and wear of the bearings, to prevent sticking, and the lubricating effect is as follows.

(1). Reduce friction and wear.

In the mutual contact portion of the ferrule, the rolling element and the retainer constituting the micro bearing, metal contact is prevented, and friction and wear are reduced.

(2). Extend fatigue life.

The rolling fatigue life of the bearing is prolonged when the rolling contact surface is well lubricated during rotation. Conversely, if the oil viscosity is low and the thickness of the lubricating oil film is not good, it is shortened.

(3). Discharge friction heat, cooling

The circulation oil supply method or the like can be used to discharge heat generated by friction or heat from the outside to cool. Prevent the bearing from overheating and prevent the lubricant from aging itself.

(4). Other

There is also the effect of preventing foreign matter from entering the inside of the bearing or preventing rust and corrosion.

Lubrication method:

The lubrication method of TIMKEN bearings is divided into grease lubrication and oil lubrication. In order to make the miniature bearing function well, first of all, it is necessary to select a lubrication method suitable for the conditions of use and purpose of use. Lubricity of oil lubrication predominates if only lubrication is considered. However, grease lubrication has the advantage of simplifying the structure around the bearing and comparing the advantages and disadvantages of grease lubrication and oil lubrication.

The most common stainless steel 440 for miniature bearings, it is hard enough and strong to load (20% less than brass steel), but it can resist rust, can withstand the instantaneous high temperature of 250C and the continuous high temperature of 300C. We often mistakenly think that all stainless steel is non-magnetic. 440 stainless steel is magnetic. It is not completely rust-proof, but is affected by salt, acid and alkali. The 316 grade has good rust resistance, no magnetic, but it is softer and therefore has less load. Because it is not strong, the 316 bearing is not accurate and feels rough.

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