Thrust bearings

Thrust bearings are there to absorb axial forces in the axial direction of the shaft. Their design makes them ideal for low to medium speed with low centrifugal forces and high rigidity.

Deep groove ball bearings according to DIN 625 on the other hand, realise the absorption of radial loads, whereby small to medium axial forces can also be absorbed. If the forces act in the direction of the shaft or axis, this is referred to as axial forces.

Standard radial deep groove ball bearings are not sufficient to dissipate these forces. Ball bearings are required for this purpose, which prevent displacement in the axial direction. Axial bearings enable the load distribution to all rolling elements. This is completely different to the radial bearings.

The thrust race of our axial bearings is made of the high-performance plastic, developed by igus, xirodur. This makes the use of lubricating greases superfluous, which in turn reduces savings on maintenance costs means. The balls can be made of stainless steel or glass. The xiros thrust bearings are therefore made of plastic:

✔️ corrosion-free,
✔️ non-magnetic (when using glass beads) and
✔️ resistant to chemicals.

The specified dimensions of axial ball bearings apply according to the DIN 711 standard. In the assortment are single-row and double-row axial bearings. The double-row thrust bearings are particularly well suited if a higher load capacity is required.