This series comprises precision miniature deep-groove ball bearings designed to meet Imperial standards. A defining characteristic of the series is its standardized inner diameter of 4.762 mm (0.1875 inches), offering a diverse range of radial space solutions for precision machinery. As critical transmission components manufactured from high-purity bearing steel, these bearings are produced using processing techniques that prioritize exceptional dimensional consistency and rotational precision, thereby ensuring mechanical stability under high-speed operating conditions.
Bearing Features
In terms of technical performance, the series encompasses a wide spectrum of specifications, ranging from lightweight, thin-section models to reinforced variants. For instance, the R156 model prioritizes space optimization, featuring an outer diameter of just 7.938 mm and a limiting speed of up to 58,000 rpm under oil lubrication. Conversely, the R3 and R3A models feature enhanced load-bearing capabilities, boasting a basic dynamic load rating (Cr) of up to 1.3 kN, enabling them to withstand greater radial loads.
Regarding applications, this series is widely utilized in precision medical devices (such as dental instruments), high-end office automation equipment, and high-performance aerospace modeling. Their low-friction and low-noise operating characteristics serve to enhance both the user experience and the service life of the final products. Through a combination of precision internal design and specialized lubrication greases, these bearings achieve smooth rotational performance while maintaining excellent fatigue resistance, even within complex operating environments.
Technical Specifications
| Bearing Reference | Boundary Diameters | Basic Dynamic | Basic Static | Limiting Speeds | ||||||||||||||||||
| Flange | Open | Shield | d inch |
d mm |
D inch |
D mm |
Df inch |
Df mm |
B inch |
B mm |
Bf inch |
Bf mm |
B1 inch |
B1 mm |
Bf1 inch |
Bf1 mm |
rsmin inch |
rsmin mm |
Cr kN |
Cor kN |
Grease | Oil |
| F | R156 | ZZ | 0.1875 | 4.762 | 0.3125 | 7.938 | 0.359 | 9.119 | 0.1094 | 2.778 | 0.023 | 0.584 | 0.125 | 3.175 | 0.036 | 0.914 | 0.0039 | 0.1 | 0.363 | 0.147 | 5.2 | 5.8 |
| F | R166 | ZZ | 0.1875 | 4.762 | 0.375 | 9.525 | 0.422 | 10.719 | 0.125 | 3.175 | 0.023 | 0.584 | 0.125 | 3.175 | 0.031 | 0.787 | 0.0039 | 0.1 | 0.706 | 0.274 | 4.6 | 5.2 |
| - | R3 | ZZ | 0.1875 | 4.762 | 0.5 | 12.7 | - | - | 0.1562 | 3.969 | - | - | 0.196 | 4.978 | - | - | 0.0118 | 0.3 | 1.3 | 0.49 | 3.8 | 4.2 |
| - | R3A | ZZ | 0.1875 | 4.762 | 0.625 | 15.875 | - | - | 0.196 | 4.978 | - | - | 0.196 | 4.978 | - | - | 0.0118 | 0.3 | 1.48 | 0.617 | 3.2 | 3.6 |

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