F6-12
Miniature Thrust Ball Bearings
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F6-12 Bearing Product Overview & Core Advantages
The F6-12 is a metric thrust ball bearing engineered for pure axial load applications requiring high precision and compact design. This bearing features an open configuration with chrome steel construction and brass cage, delivering reliable performance in demanding thrust applications. Its compact dimensions (6mm bore × 12mm OD × 4.5mm width) make it ideal for space-constrained assemblies while maintaining high load capacity and precise dimensional tolerances.
F6-12 Bearing Model Code Explained, Specifications & Naming Convention
| Code Segment | Technical Meaning |
|---|---|
| F6-12 | Basic designation indicating thrust ball bearing with 6mm bore and 12mm outside diameter |
| Open | No seals or shields, allowing for custom lubrication schemes |
| Thrust | Designed exclusively for axial load applications |
F6-12 Bearing Structural Features & Performance Benefits
High-Precision Construction: Manufactured with chrome steel rings and balls combined with a brass cage, ensuring dimensional stability and smooth operation under axial loads.
Optimized Load Capacity: Features 8 precision balls with 2mm diameter, providing 360 lbf dynamic and 282 lbf static axial load ratings for reliable thrust performance.
Speed Performance: The brass cage enables limiting speeds up to 5,000 rpm, making it suitable for high-speed thrust applications.
Precision Tolerances: Bore and outside diameter tolerances of -0.008mm to 0 ensure precise fit and alignment in critical assemblies.
Flat Raceway Design: The shaft washer with flat raceway and 11.8mm outer diameter provides optimal load distribution and alignment characteristics.
F6-12 Bearing Typical Application Areas
This thrust ball bearing is widely used in:
- Precision instruments and measuring devices
- Small motors and miniature gearboxes
- Office automation equipment (printers, scanners)
- Medical devices and laboratory equipment
- Automotive components requiring compact thrust solutions
- Industrial controls and positioning systems
