Material Composition | Heavy machinery, industrial equipment | Chrome steel (SAE 52100, 1.0% C) ▲Industry: Carbon steel (ASTM A36) | Base: High hardness/wear resistance; Adv: Stainless steel (AISI 440C) ▲▲ for corrosion resistance | Base: Requires protective coating in corrosive environments; Adv: Higher cost |
Lubrication Compatibility | Oil bath systems, frequent re-lubrication | Grease/Oil (ISO VG 220) ▲Industry: Grease-only; Adv: Oil-only with enhanced seals ▲▲ | Versatile lubricant options; Adv: Improved oil retention in high-speed apps | Base: Requires precise lubricant selection; Adv: Limited grease compatibility |
Precision Class | CNC machinery, precision instruments | P0 (8 µm radial runout) ▲Industry: P5 (12 µm); Adv: P4 (5 µm) ▲▲ | Base: Meets most industrial needs; Adv: Ultra-precise alignment for high-accuracy systems | Base: May not suffice for ultra-precise applications; Adv: Higher cost |
Sealing Type | Clean environments vs harsh/dusty sites | Open ▲Industry: Open; Adv: Sealed (ISO 1628) ▲▲ | Base: Easy lubrication access; Adv: Protection against contaminants | Base: Susceptible to debris; Adv: Limited lubrication access for maintenance |
Load Capacity | Construction equipment, heavy machinery | Radial Load: 120 kN (ISO 281) ▲Industry: 100 kN; Adv: 150 kN ▲▲ | Base: Handles heavy radial loads; Adv: Supports extreme loads in demanding systems | Base: Potential deformation under overload; Adv: Requires robust mounting |
Operating Speed | High-speed turbines, pumps | 10,000 RPM (ISO 15243) ▲Industry: 8,000 RPM; Adv: 12,000 RPM ▲▲ | Base: Faster than industry standards; Adv: Optimized for ultra-high-speed applications | Base: Heat buildup at max RPM; Adv: Requires advanced cooling systems |