Washers SKF U318

SKF u318 steel washers, with an outer diameter of 160 mm and a width of 18 mm, provide a load-bearing base for axial bearing arrangements.

The u318 washers serve as support elements in mechanical engineering when adjacent components do not provide a direct raceway for rolling elements. As they are made of steel, these machine components absorb axial forces and distribute them evenly across the supporting structure. Design engineers use these washers to protect machine frames from wear and to maintain defined clearances.

What are u318 shims suitable for?

U318 washers are primarily used in assemblies subject to axial loads. They serve as a flat mating surface or shim in gear-related designs and industrial plant. The component acts as a protective layer between rolling elements and the surrounding housing material. This avoids the need for complex hardening processes on the machine frame and makes future repairs considerably easier.

What is important about the 18 mm washer width?

With a width of 18 mm, the component provides the bearing assembly with high dimensional stability under axial loads. The outer diameter of 160 mm requires sufficient installation space within the surrounding bearing housing. Before installation, ensure that the contact surfaces are clean and level. Full-surface support helps to prevent harmful bending stresses during operation. Careful alignment also prevents uneven edge pressures.