71920 CE/P4A
71900 Series Super Precision Angular Contact Ball Bearings
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71920 CE/P4A Bearing Product Overview & Core Advantages
The 71920 CE/P4A is a single-row angular contact ball bearing designed for applications requiring exceptional precision and high-speed performance. Engineered to P4 (ABEC-7) tolerance class, it delivers superior running accuracy and rotational stability. Its primary advantage lies in its ability to accommodate combined loads, efficiently handling both radial and significant axial loads in one direction. The bearing comes preloaded from the factory, ensuring immediate high rigidity and minimal axial play, making it ideal for high-precision, high-reliability machine tool spindles and other precision equipment.
71920 CE/P4A Bearing Model Code Explained, Specifications & Naming Convention
- 71920: Basic bearing series, indicating a metric, single-row angular contact design with a 100mm bore, 140mm OD, and 20mm width.
- C: Denotes a 15° contact angle, optimized for high-speed operation and moderate axial load capacity.
- E: Indicates an optimized internal design, featuring a larger ball complement and reinforced shoulders for increased load capacity.
- P4A: Specifies the tolerance class. P4 is equivalent to ABEC-7, representing a very high precision grade. The "A" suffix indicates a specific dimensional and running accuracy that is consistent and guaranteed.
71920 CE/P4A Bearing Structural Features & Performance Benefits
- High Rigidity and Precision: The P4 tolerance class and factory-applied preload eliminate internal clearance, providing exceptional system stiffness and precise shaft positioning, which is critical for machining accuracy.
- Superior Load Capacity: The "E" type internal design incorporates more and larger balls (24 balls, 12.7 mm diameter), significantly boosting the dynamic and static load ratings (8775 lbf / 7088 lbf) compared to standard designs.
- High-Speed Performance: The 15° contact angle and lightweight phenolic resin cage reduce centrifugal forces and friction, enabling a high limiting speed of 20,500 rpm. The cage ensures stable ball guidance and is suitable for high rotational speeds.
- Material Integrity: Constructed from chrome steel for both rings and balls, the bearing offers high hardness, wear resistance, and a long operational life, especially within its specified temperature range of -30°C to 110°C.
71920 CE/P4A Bearing Typical Application Areas
- Machine Tool Spindles: High-speed milling, grinding, and turning centers.
- Precision Spindles: PCB drilling machines, high-frequency motor spindles.
- Robotics: High-accuracy joints and rotary actuators.
- Medical Equipment: Dental handpieces, centrifuges, and imaging devices.
- Aerospace & Defense: Gyroscopes, radar systems, and navigation instruments.