Regal Redesigns SealMaster Ball Bearing

Regal Beloit Corp. announced it has launched the TIME SAVING Axial Groove in Bore feature to the SealMaster Large Bore Performance Gold Line Mounted Ball Bearing. The new feature is available in both a medium 2 7/16-in. and up and standard 2 11/16-in. and up shaft sizes, and the TIME SAVING axial groove in the inner ring bore allows for…

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Bearing Installation, Application, Lubrication Myths

Scratching, gouging and general wear in the bore of an inner ring and on the OD of a shaft are indications of loss of lock. Sometimes, the setscrew tips will also be worn. Fretting wear can be present on the surfaces and is sometimes a precursor form of wear prior to loss of lock. This can be caused by improper…

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