7218 ACDGC/P4A
7200 & 7300 Series Super Precision Angular Contact Ball Bearings
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7218 ACDGC/P4A Bearing Product Overview & Core Advantages
The 7218 ACDGC/P4A is a precision angular contact ball bearing designed for demanding applications requiring exceptional rotational accuracy and rigidity. As a single bearing with a 25° contact angle and Moderate (Class C) preload, it delivers superior performance in handling combined loads—significant radial loads alongside thrust loads in one direction. Its P4A tolerance class ensures ultra-precise running, making it ideal for high-speed spindles and other high-precision machinery where minimal runout and high system stiffness are critical.
7218 ACDGC/P4A Bearing Model Code Explained, Specifications & Naming Convention
- 7218: Basic designation indicating a 90 mm bore, 160 mm OD, 30 mm width bearing.
- AC: Angular Contact design, optimized for combined loads.
- D: Signifies a high ball count and optimized internal geometry for increased load capacity.
- GC: Indicates a specific preload class—in this case, Moderate (Class C), providing an optimal balance between rigidity and operating temperature.
- P4A: Denotes an ultra-precision tolerance class superior to ABEC 7, ensuring extremely tight dimensional and running accuracy for the most demanding applications.
7218 ACDGC/P4A Bearing Structural Features & Performance Benefits
High Rigidity and Load Capacity: The angular contact design with a 25° contact angle and Moderate preload provides excellent resistance to deflection under load, enhancing system stability. With a dynamic load rating of 27,225 lbf and static load rating of 23,850 lbf, it reliably sustains heavy combined loads.
High-Speed Performance: The lightweight, durable phenolic cage minimizes centrifugal forces, contributing to a high limiting speed of 17,000 rpm. This makes the bearing suitable for high-speed applications such as machine tool spindles.
Precision Engineering: Manufactured to P4A tolerance standards with tight bore, OD, and width tolerances, this bearing ensures precise shaft positioning and smooth, vibration-free operation.
Universal Matching Capability (SU): Designed as a Universal Matchable bearing, it can be mounted in sets (typically in a 3-bearing arrangement as specified) to achieve specific preload or rigidity requirements without selective sorting.
7218 ACDGC/P4A Bearing Typical Application Areas
- Machine Tool Spindles: High-speed milling, grinding, and turning centers requiring precision and rigidity.
- Precision Grinding Equipment: Applications demanding minimal runout and high rotational accuracy.
- High-Speed Motors and Pumps: Where reliable performance under combined radial and axial loads is essential.
- Industrial Robotics: Precision joints and arm assemblies requiring high stiffness and speed.