Axial Deep Groove Ball B. SKF 51201

The SKF 51201 axial deep groove ball bearing accommodates unidirectional axial loads and, with dimensions of 12x28x11 mm, is suitable for compact designs.

The 51201 axial deep-groove ball bearing provides a separable bearing arrangement for pure axial loads in one direction. The rolling elements run between a shaft ring with a 12 mm bore and a housing ring with an outer diameter of 28 mm. Manufactured from standard roller bearing steel (100Cr6), this design complies with the standard tolerance P0/PN or ABEC 1. SKF equips this bearing with a robust sheet steel cage that guides the balls precisely.

What is the 51201 axial deep-groove ball bearing suitable for?

This rolling bearing provides axial support for rotating shafts when operating forces act exclusively in one direction. Typical applications are found in bearing arrangements in general machinery and equipment construction subject to purely axial forces. By design, this type of bearing cannot accommodate radial forces. In designs involving combined loads, you should therefore combine the axial bearing with a separate radial bearing to support the shaft’s guidance.

What is important when fitting the 51201 axial deep groove ball bearing?

As the 512 series is not angularly adjustable, the bearing is sensitive to misalignment. Ensure that the contact surfaces on the shaft and housing are exactly at right angles to avoid edge stresses. The bearing is supplied without a washer and is designed for a temperature range of -30 to +150 degrees. Due to its separable design, fit the shaft ring, ball ring and housing ring one after the other at the designated installation point.