Angular Contact Ball B. FAG 7217 -B-MP

The FAG 7217 -B-MP angular contact ball bearing, measuring 85 x 150 x 28 mm and with a contact angle of 40 degrees, provides robust support for combined radial and axial loads.

The 7217 -B-MP angular contact ball bearing is a single-row rolling bearing made from standard bearing steel (100Cr6) with a standard radial clearance. Thanks to its modified internal design and a contact angle of 40 degrees, this version can accommodate high axial forces on one side in conjunction with radial forces. Designed as an open bearing, the construction allows for a free supply of lubricant from the bearing environment. The solid brass cage guides the rolling elements precisely and is suitable for demanding operating temperatures ranging from –20 to +150 degrees Celsius.

What is the 7217 -B-MP angular contact ball bearing suitable for in practice?

This design is primarily used where both radial guidance and unilateral axial support forces are present simultaneously. This applies to rotating shafts where there is a defined axial load direction. As a single angular contact ball bearing can only support axial forces in one direction, it is usually fitted in a pair, with one bearing positioned at an angle to the other. This creates a rigid bearing arrangement with precise shaft guidance.

What are the advantages of the brass cage in this bearing?

The designation ‘MP’ stands for a solid brass cage. Brass is a material that offers high strength and favourable friction coefficients relative to steel rolling elements, whilst retaining its dimensional stability even under vibration. In combination with the standard tolerance class P0/PN (corresponding to ABEC 1) and the flangeless cylindrical outer ring, the bearing can be fitted precisely into standardised housing bores.