The right choice for your high performance solution. SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearings

Better performing, longer lasting, smoother running. Failure of critical process machinery is expensive. It can result in costs of up to thousands of dollars per hour in lost production. Downtime doesn’t just hurt the companies that depend on these machines, it also impacts the companies that manufacture them. OEMs selling failure-prone machines risk damaging their reputations and losing business to their competitors. Yet this can be avoided. By using a more robust bearing, you can improve service life and have longer trouble-free machine operation with lower operating costs. Life test results...

More reliable and more versatile Lower friction than competitor bearings Friction torque average [Nm] 0,030 When it comes to performance, SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearings lead the way. They run more smoothly, more quietly, at cooler temperatures, and for longer than typical deep groove ball bearings. SKF-speciied steel has a higher resistance to fatigue. And with the capacity to handle greater loads, SKF offers you a high performing solution that is available as a catalogue offering and versatile enough to be used in many different applications. Lower running temperature than competitor...

Robust seals for longer service life Ball bearing seals are a key factor in durability. That's why we have extended the range of sizes that are available with our unique RSH seals, which reduce maintenance costs and help your machine run longer. They are designed to provide excellent sealing efficiency as well as improved grease retention and exclusion of water and contaminants. We are continuously improving the SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing -RSH seals included. For larger bearing sizes, the seals have optimized vent holes, which eliminate the risk of a vacuum effect caused by low internal pressure...

Customization options Here are some of the features that we can customize to help you get the very best out of your bearing in your application: More options for enhanced seal efficiency The right protection means you can extend bearing life with better performance in areas like friction, speed, grease retention, dust exclusion and water exclusion. The SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing offers a wide range of sealing options, including RSH, metallic shields, contact seals such as RS1 and the low-friction RST. These can help you achieve the specific performance you need in your application. Optimized...

The right cage for your application If you're looking for exceptional performance in applications running at high speeds, or with high acceleration or high ambient temperatures, choosing the right cage can make all the difference. The SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing offers several cage alternatives that can help meet your specific requirements. Heat stabilization SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing cage designs and materials Appliestion examples Cage type Description Benefits All standard Steel cage applications: electric motor, pump, fans, conveyors, gearboxes, etc. Industrial...

Upgrade to the ultimate all-rounder For practically every application, the SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing is the simple off-the-shelf solution that can deliver quieter, cooler performance with lower friction and longer service life. The SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing is typically included in distributors' bearing assortments, making it readily available worldwide. • Easily interchangeable with original bearings • Ready stock availability Find a solution that’s up to your challenge Whatever your specific performance requirements, the SKF Explorer deep groove ball bearing is ready...

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