Single row angular contact ball bearings

Bearings for universal matching

Bearings for universal matching are specifically manufactured so that when mounted in random order, but immediately adjacent to each other, a given internal clearance or preload and/or an even load distribution will be obtained without the use of shims or similar devices, refer to the section “Internal clearance and preload”. Universally matchable bearings carry a designation suffix to indicate the internal clearance (CA, CB, CC) or preload (GA, GB, GC) of a set of two, prior to mounting.

When ordering, it is necessary to state the number of individual bearings required and not the number of sets.

Paired mounting is used when the load carrying capacity of a single bearing is inadequate (tandem arrangement) or when combined or axial loads act in both directions (back-to-back and face-to-face arrangements).

When arranged in tandem (fig) the load lines are parallel and the radial and axial loads are equally shared by the bearings. However, the bearing set can only accommodate axial loads acting in one direction. If axial loads act in the opposite direction, or if combined loads are present, a third bearing adjusted against the tandem pair must be added.

Tandem arrangement

The load lines of bearings arranged back-to-back (fig) diverge towards the bearing axis. Axial loads acting in both directions can be accommodated, but only by one bearing in each direction. Bearings mounted back-to-back provide a relatively stiff bearing arrangement that can also accommodate tilting moments.

Back-to-back arrangement

The load lines of bearings mounted face-to-face (fig) converge towards the bearing axis. Axial loads acting in both directions can be accommodated, but only by one bearing in each direction. This arrangement is not as stiff as the back-to-back arrangement and is less suitable for the accommodation of tilting moments.

Face-to-face arrangement

Bearings for universal matching can also be beneficial in arrangements with single bearings. Most bearings are SKF Explorer and as such have higher precision, increased carrying capacity and speed capability.