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CERAMIC HYBRID BEARINGS Use of ceramic (silicon nitride) balls in place of steel balls can radically improve bearing performance several ways. Because ceramic balls are 60% lighter than steel balls, and because their surface finish is almost perfectly smooth, they exhibit vibration levels two to seven times lower than conventional steel ball bearings. Ceramic hybrid bearings also run at significantly lower operating temperatures, allowing running speeds to increase by as much as 40% to 50%. Lower operating temperatures help extend lubricant life. Bearings with ceramic balls have been proven to last up to five times longer than conventional steel ball bearings. Systems equipped with ceramic hybrids show higher rigidity and higher natural frequency making them less sensitive to vibration. Because of the unique properties of silicone nitride, ceramic balls drastically reduce the predominant cause of surface wear in conventional bearings (metal rings/metal balls). In conventional bearings, microscopic surface asperities on balls and races will 'cold weld' or stick together even under normal lubrication and load conditions. As the bearing rotates, the microscopic cold welds break, producing roughness and, eventually, worn contact surfaces. This characterisitc is knowns as adhesive wear. Since ceramic balls will not cold weld to steel rings, wear is dramatically reduced. Because wear particles generated by adhesive wear are not present in ceramic hybrids, lubricant life is also prolonged. The savings in reduced maintenance costs alone can be significant. CERAMIC BALL FEATURES 60% LIGHTER THAN STEEL BALLS
BENEFITS OF CERAMIC HYBRID BEARINGS
F1MOTO are pleased to offer a range of ceramic hybrid bearings to suit KTM65 KTM85 YZ85 AND OTHERS. PLEASE VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE FOR PRICE AND AVAILABILITY |