Deep Groove Ball Bearings FAG 16016 -MA-C3

The FAG 16016 -MA-C3 deep groove ball bearing, with dimensions of 80x125x14 mm, a solid brass cage and C3 clearance, offers a compact design for thermally demanding applications.

The 16016 -MA-C3 deep groove ball bearing is a single-row rolling bearing made from standard 100Cr6 bearing steel, with dimensions of 80 mm bore, 125 mm outer diameter and 14 mm width. FAG manufactures this open bearing without sealing washers, allowing lubricants from the housing system to reach the rolling elements and raceways unimpeded. Thanks to its small cross-section, the bearing assembly requires little radial installation space. The component primarily absorbs radial forces and operates within a temperature range of -30 to +150 degrees.

In which applications does the 16016 -MA-C3 deep groove ball bearing prove its worth?

Design engineers select the 16016 -MA-C3 deep groove ball bearing primarily for compact bearing arrangements with demanding lubrication conditions. Thanks to the externally mounted brass cage, this design is suitable for dynamic guidance tasks on rotating shafts. As the bearing is of an open design, it is preferably used in oil- or grease-lubricated housings. External sealing elements on the shaft protect the interior from contaminants and moisture.

What advantages do the brass cage and C3 bearing clearance offer in this design?

The designation letter MA stands for a dimensionally stable, solid brass cage that is guided along the flanges of the outer ring. This design ensures reliable ball guidance even under vibration. The suffix C3 indicates an increased radial bearing clearance. This additional freedom of movement compensates for thermal expansion at high operating temperatures or tight fits between the shaft and housing. This ensures that the rolling elements continue to run freely without any binding.