Deep Groove Ball Bearings FAG 6017 -C3

The FAG 6017-C3 single-row deep-groove ball bearing, with an 85 mm bore and increased bearing clearance, offers reliable concentricity under thermal loads.

The 6017-C3 deep groove ball bearing is a single-row radial ball bearing from FAG designed for shaft diameters of 85 mm and housing bores of 130 mm. With a width of 22 mm, the design primarily accommodates radial loads as well as moderate axial forces in both directions. Manufactured from standard roller bearing steel 100Cr6, the open design operates without integrated sealing washers. It is suitable for use in oil- or grease-lubricated housings where the lubricant is required to circulate freely.

In which applications is the 6017-C3 deep groove ball bearing used?

This rolling bearing is typically used in general mechanical engineering and in industrial gearboxes where radial forces and elevated temperatures prevail. As it is designed as an open bearing, the bearing housing must be protected from dirt and moisture by the surrounding casing. A sheet steel cage guides the rolling elements. Designs with external oil circulation or central relubrication benefit from the free flow of lubricant between the inner and outer rings.

What does the C3 clearance rating mean for the 6017 deep groove ball bearing?

The suffix C3 indicates a slightly increased radial clearance compared with the standard version. This internal clearance serves to compensate for operational thermal expansion when the inner ring becomes warmer than the outer ring during operation. The C3 bearing clearance also compensates for the loss of fit that occurs with fixed press fits on the shaft or in the housing. With tolerance class P0 (ABEC 1) and a permissible temperature range of -20 to +150 degrees, the component meets standard industrial requirements for dimensional accuracy and heat resistance.