All About SGO Bearings🔍
- What is a Ball Retainer? -
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The ball retainer is one of the crucial components of ball bearings, serving as a device that maintains the position and spacing of the balls. This prevents the balls from clustering or deforming, enhancing the performance of rotating parts and reducing friction. |
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Ball retainers are made in the form of cylindrical cages, which can be crafted from a variety of materials including brass, aluminum, and plastic. These cages securely hold the balls while providing ample space for rotation, ensuring the balls do not escape during the assembly or maintenance of bearings. |
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Ball cages feature low friction, high rotation speed, lightness, and longevity.
Despite a rise in temperature due to high-speed rotation, this does not lead to significant issues, marking another characteristic of the ball cage.
With minimal surface contact due to shaft and rolling friction, noise and friction damage are greatly reduced, allowing machinery to operate efficiently. They are widely used in high-precision machines, punching machines, and mold guide parts that require both linear and rotational motion. |
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The Features Of Ball Retainers
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① Polyoxymethylene (POM) Ball Cage |
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- Usable in accelerating environments with a light weight
- Smooth movement
- Outstanding performance in dry operations
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- Universally usable
- Combines smooth movement with a long service life
- Helical ball arrangement optimized for both linear and rotational movements
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- Light weight
- Suitable for corrosive environments
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④ Miniature Brass Ball Cage |
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Lubrication Methods For Ball Retainers
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Lubrication of ball retainers plays a very crucial role in the lifespan and performance of bearings. Proper lubrication reduces friction within the bearing and alleviates seepage between parts, thereby extending the lifespan of the components and minimizing noise and vibration during operation. |
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Grease is one of the most common types of lubrication used in bearing lubrication. It is composed of oil and mineral-based substances. When greasing, the internal space of the ball retainer is filled with grease, which aids the balls in moving freely, reduces friction between bearing components, and protects the parts. |
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2) Fluid (Oil) Lubrication |
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Some bearings utilize fluid (oil) lubrication, which is particularly effective in high-speed rotation or high-temperature environments. Oil easily flows between bearing components, reducing friction and dissipating heat. This type of fluid lubrication helps improve the performance and lifespan of bearings. |
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The lubrication of ball retainers requires periodic maintenance, and the appropriate lubricant should be chosen based on environmental and operational conditions.
Additionally, using the correct amount of lubricant is crucial to maintaining the lifespan and performance of bearings.
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In today's newsletter, we have taken a closer look at ball retainers.
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You can check the detailed specifications through the button below.
Ball retainers are custom-made, so please inquire after confirming the desired specifications and materials. 😊
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SGO will participate in the CSPI-EXPO 2024.
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SGO will participate in The 6th Construction & Survey Productivity Improvement EXPO (CSPI-EXPO 2024) from May 22 to May 24 in Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. |
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CSPI-EXPO 2024, one of the largest specialized exhibitions in Japan for the construction and civil engineering industry, showcases construction machinery, heavy equipment, attachments, construction DX, i-Construction, etc., providing an opportunity to grasp the operational status and latest trends in one view. |
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We look forward to your visiting our booth at CSPI-EXPO 2024.
More details about CSPI-EXPO 2024 can be found by clicking the button below.
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SGO CO.,LTD. ㅣ info@sgoilless.co.kr
28-10, Namdongseo-ro 113beon-gil, Namdong-gu, Incheon, Korea
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