Application examples of split spherical roller bearings

Apr 23, 2024

The converter trunnion drive end bearing, a pivotal component in large industrial equipment, directly influences the equipment's stability and efficiency. With an outer diameter of 1320mm, this bearing falls into the large bearing category, making its selection critical.

Split spherical roller bearings, with their unique structure and performance advantages, are extensively used in large industrial equipment. Their design allows for certain alignment capabilities in the radial and axial directions, mitigating shaft misalignment issues caused by equipment operation and thereby enhancing the bearings' service life. The split design also facilitates convenient installation and disassembly, significantly reducing maintenance time and costs.

In practical applications, split spherical roller bearings demonstrate robust load-carrying capacity and wear resistance. At the driving end of the converter trunnion, these bearings endure heavy loads from equipment operation and harsh environments such as high temperatures and high humidity. Their special materials and heat treatment processes effectively combat these adverse factors, ensuring the bearings' long-term stable operation.

In summary, the application of split spherical roller bearings in converter trunnion drive end bearings not only meets the high requirements of the bearing equipment but also shows excellent performance in actual operation. The wide application of this kind of bearing provides strong insurance for the stable operation and efficiency improvement of industrial equipment.

The picture above is a split spherical roller bearing customized by FV for a large steel mill customer in Brazil.

In addition to the advantages mentioned above, split spherical roller bearings also have the following significant features in the application of converter trunnion drive end bearings:

1. High stability: The split spherical roller bearing's special design ensures extremely high stability during high-speed operation. Even under long-term, high-load working conditions, it can maintain stable performance and reduce failures and downtime.

2. Low noise and low vibration: The precision-manufactured and optimized bearing structure produces very little noise and vibration during operation, which not only improves the working environment's comfort but also reduces equipment wear and risk of failure.

3. Easy maintenance: The split design makes it easy to disassemble and replace the bearings, which not only shortens maintenance time but also reduces maintenance costs. In addition, due to its simple structure, maintenance personnel can perform fault diagnosis and repair more quickly.

4. Unmatched adaptability: Split spherical roller bearings can seamlessly adapt to various complex operating environments, including high temperature, low temperature, high humidity, and corrosive environments. This versatility allows them to perform exceptionally well in a variety of industrial environments, providing a reliable solution for diverse applications.

In practical applications, the driving end of a steel company's converter trunnion uses split spherical roller bearings. After long-term operation and monitoring, the bearing has proven its reliability, not only improving the equipment's operating efficiency but also significantly reducing maintenance costs. This successful case is a testament to the superior performance and reliability of split spherical roller bearings in large industrial equipment.

In summary, the application of split spherical roller bearings in converter trunnion drive end bearings, with their unique structure, excellent performance, and strong adaptability, has made great contributions to the stable operation and efficiency improvement of industrial equipment. Made important contributions. With the continuous advancement of technology and the deepening of application, split spherical roller bearings will play a greater role in more fields.