bearing cages
Typical Material Grade Used but not Limited to:
C83600
C85700
C86400
C86500
Bronze is commonly used in bearing cages due to its excellent mechanical and tribological properties. Here’s how and why bronze is used in this context:
- Bronze cages keep the rolling elements evenly spaced to prevent contact, reduce friction, and avoid premature wear.
- Bronze naturally has a low coefficient of friction and good wear resistance, helping minimize metal-to-metal contact and improving bearing lifespan.
- Due to its strength and thermal conductivity, bronze performs well in high-speed or high-load environments like turbines, motors, and gearboxes.
- Bronze can tolerate conditions of limited lubrication better than many other metals, reducing the risk of bearing failure in difficult environments.
- In applications exposed to moisture, chemicals, or salt, bronze resists corrosion better than many steel alternatives, making it ideal for marine and industrial use.
Bronze bearing cages are chosen for their reliability, thermal and chemical stability, and ability to support high-performance requirements, especially in challenging or high-duty-cycle applications.
