Thin section ball bearing

A thin section ball bearing is a specialized type of bearing designed with an unusually small cross-section (the distance between the inner and outer race), even as the bore size increases. This makes them ideal for applications where space and weight savings are critical.

Here’s a breakdown of its features and applications:

1.Key Features：

I.Compact and Lightweight

• Designed with a thin radial section, reducing size and weight.
• Cross-section remains constant as the bore size increases.

II.Three Main Types

• Radial Contact (Type C): Handles radial loads.
• Angular Contact (Type A): Handles both radial and axial loads.
  
• Four-point Contact (Type X): Handles radial, axial, and moment loads.
  

III.Material Options

• Chrome steel or stainless steel for standard use.
• Ceramic balls for hybrid versions (higher speed, corrosion resistance).

IV.High Precision, Low Torque

• Used in high-performance environments with low rotational resistance.

2.Applications of thin section ball bearing

• Robotics and automation
  
• Medical devices (e.g., CT scanners)
• Aerospace and defense
  
• Semiconductor equipment
• Gimbals, rotary encoders, optical instruments

3.Example Designation

KA020XP0

• K: Thin section series
• A: Type A (angular contact)
• 020: 2.0" bore size (inches)
• XP0: Four-point contact, light preload

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