KB055AR0
5/16" Constant Section Bearings
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KB055AR0 Bearing Product Overview & Core Advantages
The KB055AR0 is a high-precision Angular Contact Ball Bearing designed for applications demanding exceptional rigidity and accurate positioning. Featuring a Single Row construction with a 30° contact angle, this bearing is engineered to support significant combined loads, including high radial loads and substantial axial loads in one direction. Its thin-section design (Reali-Slim Open) offers a compact and lightweight solution, making it ideal for space-constrained, high-performance machinery requiring ABEC-1 precision and reliable operation.
KB055AR0 Bearing Model Code Explained, Specifications & Naming Convention
| Code Segment | Technical Meaning |
|---|---|
| KB | Kaydon® Reali-Slim bearing series |
| 055 | Bore diameter code for 5.5 inches |
| A | Angular Contact design with a 30° contact angle |
| R | Bearing is lubricated from the factory |
| 0 | Standard radial internal clearance and Open (unsealed) construction |
KB055AR0 Bearing Structural Features & Performance Benefits
- High Rigidity and Load Capacity: The single row angular contact design, combined with a 30° contact angle and a rigid brass cage, provides excellent resistance to deflection under combined radial and axial loads. It offers a high radial static load rating of 2740 lbf and a substantial axial static load rating of 2560 lbf.
- Precision Performance: Manufactured to ABEC-1 tolerance class with tight bore and OD tolerances, this bearing ensures smooth, precise rotation and accurate positioning, which is critical for high-performance applications.
- Optimized Thin-Section Design: The Reali-Slim Open construction minimizes weight (0.4 lbs) and cross-section without sacrificing strength, enabling compact and lightweight machine designs.
- Durable Material Construction: Components made from Chrome Steel (rings and balls) offer high wear resistance and durability, ensuring a long service life under demanding conditions.
KB055AR0 Bearing Typical Application Areas
- Robotics and Automation: Robot arm joints, rotary actuators, and precision positioning stages.
- Aerospace and Defense: Gyroscopes, radar platforms, and missile guidance systems.
- Medical Equipment: CT scanners, surgical robots, and high-speed dental handpieces.
- Semiconductor Manufacturing: Wafer handling robots and precision stages in photolithography equipment.
- Machine Tool: Rotary tables, indexing heads, and high-speed spindles for light-duty operations.