The A 7Y 7M1224 washer is a hardened stainless steel component with a thickness of 1.57 mm. It is made from 410 stainless steel, which has been hardened to a Rockwell hardness of HRC 38 to 42. This washer is designed to be used in conjunction with complete thrust bearing sets, providing support and load distribution in mechanical assemblies. The washer's dimensions and tolerances are critical for ensuring proper fit and function within the bearing system. It is suitable for applications requiring durability and resistance to wear, making it a viable option for engineers looking for reliable components in their projects.
A bearing is a device that reduces friction between moving components by preventing metal-to-metal contact while assisting components (shafts, axles, and wheels) to freely rotate around a fixed axis, cutting down on heat generation and the amount of energy that is consumed. By replacing sliding motion with low-friction rolling motion, the life of the rotating components is increased. A bearing also keeps the shaft in the proper position, providing support and alignment and transferring the axial or radial loads to the housing.
The types of bearings that we offer include rolling element bearings, which consist of both ball bearings and roller bearings.
Balls are utilized as the rolling element in ball bearings; a retainer holds the balls in place and allows them to freely rotate. The balls are kept inside channels cut in both the inner and outer races. Because there is no surface contact between the balls and races, precision ball bearings have a lower load capacity for their size than other bearings.
| Stock Drive Products & Sterling Instrument - SDP/SI | |
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| Product Category | Thrust Bearings |
| Product Number | A 7Y 7M1224 |
| Product Name | 1.57mm Thick Hardened Stainless Steel Washer |
| Type | Thrust Washer |