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GB/T 304.1-2017 in English

GB/T 304.1-2017 in English

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Spherical plain bearings-Classification

  • Issued on:2017-11-01
  • Implemented on:2018-05-01
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Standard No: GB/T 304.1-2017
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Title in English: Spherical plain bearings-Classification
Title in Chinese: 关节轴承 分类
Language: English
File Format: Electronic (PDF)
Delivery: Within 1 day
Issued on: 2017-11-01
Implemented on: 2018-05-01
Superseding: GB/T 304.1-2002 Spherical plain bearings--Classification
ICS Classification: 21.100.10-Plain bearings
Chinese Classification: J11-Rolling bearing
Professional Classification: GB-National Standard
Related Keywords: spherical plain bearings
radial spherical plain bearings
low-friction radial spherical plain bearings
maintenance-free self-lubricating spherical plain bearings
spherical plain bearing
Related Topics: GB/T 304.1
GB/T 304.1-2002
GBT304.1-2017
Oil-containing bearing materials
Spherical bearing implementation
Spherical Bearings International

《GB/T 304.1-2017关节轴承 分类》由TC98(全国滚动轴承标准化技术委员会)归口,主管部门为中国机械工业联合会。


Introduction

In-depth interpretation of the National Standard of the People's Republic of China GB/T 304.1—2017 Classification of Spherical Joint Bearings

Background of Standard Formulation and Analysis of Technological Evolution

Spherical joint bearings are an important mechanical component, widely used in aerospace, automobile, shipbuilding and other fields. GB/T 304.1—2017 "Classification of Spherical Joint Bearings" is an important part of the national standard, which aims to unify and standardize the classification method of spherical joint bearings.

Version Comparison New Contents of 2017 Edition Original Contents of 2002 Edition Classification Dimension Refinement New Classification of Combination Forms of Friction Pair Materials and Units of Size Tolerances on Sliding Surfaces Original Classification of Rod End Joint Bearings and Maintenance Lubricated Bearings Structural Type Integration Integration of Commonly Used Maintenance-free Self-lubricating and Maintenance Lubricated Bearing Structures Deletion and Adjustment of Some Structural Types

Classification Method of Joint Bearings

According to GB/T 304.1—2017, the classification of spherical plain bearings is mainly based on the following dimensions:

  • Load direction and contact angle: divided into radial bearings, thrust bearings and angular contact bearings
  • Outer ring structure: including integral outer ring, single-slit, double-slit and double-half outer ring
  • Maintenance method: divided into maintenance-lubricated type and maintenance-free self-lubricating type

For example, radial spherical plain bearings are mainly used to bear radial loads, and the nominal contact angle is 0°≤τ≤30°. Its structural features include:

  • Radial contact spherical plain bearing: nominal contact angle τ=0°, suitable for bearing radial loads
  • Angular contact radial spherical plain bearing: nominal contact angle 0°<τ≤30°, suitable for combined loads

Structural types of spherical plain bearings

The standard lists in detail the common structural types of two types of spherical plain bearings: maintenance-lubricated type and maintenance-free self-lubricating type. The following is a simplified comparison table:

Category Structural features Applicable scenarios
Maintenance lubrication type Requires regular lubrication, suitable for high load and high precision requirements Industrial machinery, aerospace equipment
Maintenance-free self-lubricating type Built-in lubrication device, suitable for harsh environments Automotive suspension system, marine equipment

Implementation suggestions and application cases

In actual applications, companies should choose appropriate spherical bearing types according to specific needs. For example:

  • Automobile suspension system: Maintenance-free self-lubricating spherical plain bearings are preferred
  • Aerospace equipment: High-precision, low-friction radial spherical plain bearings are recommended

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