718/5C
Miniature Angular Contact Ball Bearings
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718/5C Bearing Product Overview & Core Advantages
The 718/5C is a miniature precision angular contact ball bearing designed for applications requiring exceptional accuracy and reliability. This high-speed bearing features a 15° contact angle, enabling it to handle combined loads—significant radial loads alongside substantial axial loads in one direction. Its compact design, with a 5mm bore and 11mm outside diameter, makes it ideal for space-constrained, high-performance assemblies. Available in both sealed and open variants, and with options for steel or ceramic balls, it offers versatility for demanding precision engineering applications.
718/5C Bearing Model Code Explained, Specifications & Naming Convention
| Code Segment | Technical Meaning |
|---|---|
| 718 | Series designation for miniature, high-precision angular contact ball bearings. |
| 5 | Bore diameter code (5 mm). |
| C | Designates a 15° contact angle, optimized for high-speed operation and axial load capacity. |
| (Options: Sealed/Open) | Indicates availability with seals for contamination protection or open for custom lubrication. |
| (Options: P5/P4) | Specifies ABEC rating (P5/ABEC-5 or P4/ABEC-10), defining the level of precision and running accuracy. |
718/5C Bearing Structural Features & Performance Benefits
- High Rigidity and Precision: Manufactured to ABEC P5/P4 tolerance classes, this bearing ensures minimal runout and vibration, providing stable and precise rotational performance essential for sensitive equipment.
- Superior Load Capacity: The 15° contact angle is engineered to support significant combined loads, offering excellent performance where radial and single-direction axial loads are present simultaneously.
- Optimized High-Speed Performance: The use of lightweight nylon or phenolic cages reduces centrifugal forces, enabling higher limiting speeds and smoother operation. The option for ceramic balls further enhances speed capability and reduces friction.
- Versatile and Configurable: As a Universal Matchable (SU) bearing, the 718/5C can be mounted in pairs (back-to-back, face-to-face, or tandem) to adjust preload and stiffness, increasing application flexibility and system rigidity.
718/5C Bearing Typical Application Areas
- High-Speed Spindles for PCB drilling and precision machining
- Medical and Dental Handpieces
- Optical Encoders and Precision Instruments
- Small Motors and Robotics for joint and drive mechanisms
- Aerospace Guidance Systems