Angular Contact Ball B. FAG 7218 -B-MP-UA

The FAG 7218 -B-MP-UA angular contact ball bearing, measuring 90 × 160 × 30 mm, is designed for combined radial and axial loads.

The 7218 -B-MP-UA angular contact ball bearing is a single-row rolling bearing made from standard bearing steel (100Cr6), which accommodates radial forces and single-sided axial forces. With a contact angle of 40 degrees, this design is suitable for bearing arrangements with an axial load component. The outer ring is manufactured without a flange or groove. A solid brass cage guides the rolling elements during operation. The open design allows for direct lubrication within a temperature range of -20 to +150 degrees.

In which arrangements is the 7218 -B-MP-UA angular contact ball bearing used?

This rolling bearing is used in bearing arrangements where combined forces in a defined direction must be accommodated. Thanks to the universal design (UA), the bearing can be combined in sets with bearings of the same construction. When mounted in pairs in an X or O arrangement, a specified small amount of axial clearance is established due to the design. This supports defined guidance of the supported shaft.

What are the distinctive features of the brass cage and the universal design?

The suffix MP stands for a solid brass cage, which offers high mechanical strength and withstands thermal stresses. The UA design denotes a universal bearing for installation in pairs in any arrangement. Several bearings of this type can be mounted directly next to one another without the need for shims to adjust the clearance. As this is an open bearing without seals, an external housing seal must be provided.