Objective: |
To improve bearing quality by reducing the surface waviness on the ball track to produce a quieter, smoother functioning bearing assembly. |
Process: |
Finish the ball track using a two step process employing Rough and Finish stones in succession. |
Component: |
Ball Bearing Outer Ring |
Material: |
52100 Steel |
Hardness: |
58 to 62 Rc |
Incoming Finish: |
0.4 Ra um (16 u" Ra) |
Coolant: |
Castrol Honilo 980 |
Machine Setup: |
2 Station - Rough and Finish Configuration |
Stone Specifications: |
Rough: FA800-160GV51S
Finish: GC1200-95GV2W |
Stone Size: |
11.7 x 15 x 75MM; 9R (.460" x .590" x 3"; .35"R) |
Results: |
Use of Darmann products resulted in better quality, process improvements and cost reductions. These results are summarized below: |
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Final finish improved from 0.03 to 0.02um Ra |
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Assemblies qualifying for highest quality rating increased by 33% |
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Finished goods inventory reduced by 20% |
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Product cost reduced by 30% |