xiros® deep groove ball bearings xirodur® A500, specialist for heat & chemicals, ceramic balls

xirodur® A500 | The specialist for high chemical and thermal resistance

The xirodur® A500 material is the specialist for high chemical and temperature resistance. In combination with the PEEK cage, this material covers applications with continuous service temperatures from -100°C to +150°C and is particularly resistant to strong acids. Zirconium oxide ceramic balls contribute to high chemical and thermal resistance and ensure good wear resistance. This avoids bearing damage and consequential costs.

Typical application areas:

• Semiconductor industry
• Chemical industry

Tech up:

• High chemical and thermal resistance of zirconium oxide
• Good wear resistance
• Extensive product range

Cost down:

• Avoid bearing damage and follow-up costs

Proof:

• xiros ball bearings are thoroughly tested

Sustainability:

• Environmentally friendly, no additional lubricants needed
• igus® supports the circular economy of plastics and is investing in chemical recycling. More at: igus.eu/sustainability

When to use it?

• At application temperatures from -100°C to +150°C 
• When strong chemicals are used

When not to use it?

• If application temperatures are between -40°C and +80°C ▷ xirodur® B180
• When high chemical resistance is required at temperatures from -100°C to +60°C ▷ xirodur® C160
• If antistatic conductivity is required ▷ xirodur® F180
• If electrostatic dissipation is also required ▷ xirodur® F500

Tolerances and measurement system:

the tolerances for the inner and outer diameter depend on the installation size. These are often approx. ±0.05mm to the nominal size. The bearing rings are usually injection moulded and naturally have a certain ovality. Therefore, the caliper is used to measure 90° to the injection point (if available) over the entire width of the bearing. The dimensions and tolerances are designed in such a way that they fulfil a slight press-fit by hand when using a H7 holder and h6 shaft. An additional locating spigot using a circlip (shaft) and snap ring (housing) is recommended to prevent axial displacement.

Installation recommendation:

1. Housing (tolerance H7)

2. Front (balls visible)

3. Rear (cage visible)

4. Press-fit the ball bearing, front side first

5. Install shaft (tolerance h6) with chamfer

6. A locating spigot must be provided