Deep Groove Ball Bearings FAG 6044 -M-C3

The FAG 6044 -M-C3 deep-groove ball bearing, with dimensions of 220 × 340 × 56 mm, a brass cage and C3 clearance, offers reliable load-carrying capacity for heavy-duty industrial applications.

The 6044 -M-C3 deep groove ball bearing is an open, single-row radial ball bearing manufactured by FAG. With a bore of 220 mm and an outside diameter of 340 mm, this large bearing can withstand high radial forces as well as axial loads acting in both directions. As it is manufactured from standard roller bearing steel 100Cr6 in tolerance class P0 (ABEC 1), the bearing is suitable for installation in precision-machined shafts and housings in mechanical engineering.

What is the 6044 -M-C3 deep groove ball bearing suitable for in operation?

This single-row deep-groove ball bearing is primarily used in large-dimension drive shafts, gearboxes and heavy industrial plant. As it is an open bearing without integrated sealing washers, it can be flexibly integrated into oil- or grease-lubricated recirculating systems. Installation is particularly recommended where external housing seals seal off the lubricant chamber and where continuous relubrication or monitoring of the rolling elements is required.

What are the characteristics of the brass cage and the C3 bearing clearance?

The ‘-M’ designation indicates a solid brass cage, which guides the rolling elements precisely even under vibration or rapid acceleration. The ‘C3’ designation indicates a slightly increased radial clearance compared to the standard range. This compensates for thermal expansion at operating temperatures between –30 and +200 degrees and helps to prevent the rings from becoming stressed in the case of tight fits on the shaft.