Low-temperature self-lubricating retainer
By setting lubrication grooves on the inner and outer walls of the cage and using a low-temperature resistant layer and a self-lubricating layer made of Teflon and polyimide, the problem of insufficient lubrication of the cage at low temperatures is solved, achieving continuous lubrication and low friction, thus improving the performance and life of the bearing.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520536149.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-25
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-25
AI Technical Summary
Existing cages can affect bearing performance due to friction and heat during prolonged use, and their lubrication is poor in low-temperature environments.
A low-temperature self-lubricating retainer is designed, which features lubrication grooves at the center of both the inner and outer side walls. The low-temperature resistant layer and the self-lubricating layer are made of Teflon and polyimide. Self-lubrication is achieved through the lubrication grooves and oil holes, reducing friction and making it suitable for low-temperature environments.
It enables continuous lubrication at low temperatures, reduces the coefficient of friction, and improves bearing performance and lifespan.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bearing technology, and in particular to a low-temperature self-lubricating cage. Background Technology
[0002] Bearings are essential basic components in mechanical equipment and are widely used in various industrial fields such as automobiles, aerospace, railways, wind power, and machine tools. The main function of bearings is to support rotating shafts and reduce friction and wear during rotation, thereby ensuring the stable operation of mechanical systems and extending the service life of equipment. Bearings are usually composed of an inner ring, an outer ring, rolling elements (balls, needle rollers, or cylindrical rollers), and a cage. The cage, also known as a spacer or isolator, is a key auxiliary component in bearings, and its design and performance have a significant impact on the overall performance of the bearing.
[0003] However, existing cages still have some shortcomings and areas for improvement in actual use. During long-term use of the bearing, the friction and heat borne by the cage itself can affect the overall performance of the bearing. The conventional solution is to use lubricating oil for frequent lubrication to maintain good performance. However, if it is not maintained for a long time, the overall performance will decline. Therefore, those skilled in the art provide a low-temperature self-lubricating cage to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer. This retainer features lubrication grooves at the center of both the inner and outer side walls of the main body, which can be used for heat dissipation and temporary storage of lubricating oil, providing continuous lubrication during use. Furthermore, by using Teflon and polyimide as the materials for the low-temperature resistant layer and the self-lubricating layer, the coefficient of friction generated during use is reduced, and continuous lubrication of the internal balls is provided, making it suitable for operation at low temperatures.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer, comprising a body, wherein a plurality of ball-and-socket holes are provided on the side wall of the body, a plurality of oil holes are provided on the upper end surface of the body, the lower ends of the plurality of oil holes respectively penetrate the upper end surface of the body and respectively lead to the lower end, and lubrication grooves are respectively provided at the center of the inner and outer side walls of the body.
[0006] The body includes two low-temperature resistant layers and two self-lubricating layers, with self-lubricating layers provided on both sides of the two low-temperature resistant layers;
[0007] The above technical solution provides lubrication grooves at the center of both the inner and outer side walls of the main body. These grooves can be used for heat dissipation and temporary storage of lubricating oil, providing continuous lubrication during use. By cooperating with multiple oil holes, the lubricating oil can achieve self-lubrication. Furthermore, by using Teflon and polyimide as the materials for the low-temperature resistant layer and the self-lubricating layer, the coefficient of friction generated during use can be reduced, and the internal balls can be continuously lubricated. This also makes the system suitable for operation at low temperatures.
[0008] Furthermore, the lubrication groove is semi-circular in shape;
[0009] The above technical solution can temporarily store lubricating oil to provide continuous lubrication for the internal balls.
[0010] Furthermore, the plurality of oil holes are interconnected with the plurality of ball-shaped socket holes;
[0011] The above technical solution can continuously lubricate the internal balls and also dissipate heat.
[0012] Furthermore, the edges of the side walls of the multiple ball-splitting holes are all rounded.
[0013] The above technical solutions reduce friction.
[0014] Furthermore, the self-lubricating layer is made of polyimide;
[0015] The above technical solution has excellent wear resistance and low coefficient of friction, and is highly resistant to most acids, alkalis and organic solutions.
[0016] Furthermore, the low-temperature resistant layer is made of Teflon;
[0017] The above technical solution has a low coefficient of friction and chemical stability, making it suitable for low-temperature environments.
[0018] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0019] 1. In this utility model, lubrication grooves are provided at the center of both the inner and outer side walls of the main body. These grooves can be used for heat dissipation and temporary storage of lubricating oil, providing continuous lubrication during use. By cooperating with multiple oil holes, the lubricating oil can achieve self-lubrication.
[0020] 2. In this utility model, by setting the materials of the low-temperature resistant layer and the self-lubricating layer to Teflon and polyimide, the coefficient of friction generated during the overall use can be reduced, and the internal balls can be continuously lubricated, while being suitable for operation at low temperatures. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1This is an isometric view of a low-temperature self-lubricating cage proposed in this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 Another isometric view of a low-temperature self-lubricating cage proposed in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a front view of a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer proposed in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a side sectional view of a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer proposed in this utility model.
[0025] Legend:
[0026] 1. Body; 101. Self-lubricating layer; 102. Low-temperature resistant layer; 2. Lubrication groove; 3. Ball-separating socket; 4. Oil hole. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0028] Reference Figure 1-4 The present invention provides an embodiment of a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer, comprising a body 1, a plurality of ball-and-socket holes 3 provided on the side wall of the body 1, a plurality of oil holes 4 provided on the upper end surface of the body 1, the lower ends of the plurality of oil holes 4 respectively penetrating the upper end surface of the body 1 and respectively leading to the lower end, and lubrication grooves 2 respectively provided at the center of the inner and outer side walls of the body 1, which can be used for heat dissipation and temporary storage of lubricating oil, providing continuous lubrication during use, and achieving self-lubrication of the lubricating oil by cooperating with the plurality of oil holes 4.
[0029] The body 1 includes two low-temperature resistant layers 102 and two self-lubricating layers 101. The two low-temperature resistant layers 102 are respectively provided with self-lubricating layers 101 on both sides. By setting the materials of the low-temperature resistant layers 102 and the self-lubricating layers 101 to Teflon and polyimide, the coefficient of friction generated during the use of the whole can be reduced, and the internal balls can be continuously lubricated. It is also suitable for operation at low temperatures.
[0030] The lubrication groove 2 is semi-circular in shape, which can temporarily store lubricating oil to provide continuous lubrication for the internal balls. Multiple oil holes 4 are interconnected with multiple ball socket holes 3, which can continuously lubricate the internal balls and also serve as heat dissipation. The edges of the side walls of the multiple ball socket holes 3 are rounded to reduce friction. The self-lubricating layer 101 is made of polyimide, which has excellent wear resistance and low coefficient of friction, and has good resistance to most acids, alkalis and organic solutions. The low-temperature resistant layer 102 is made of Teflon, which has low coefficient of friction and chemical stability, and is suitable for low-temperature environments.
[0031] Working principle: This utility model is a low-temperature self-lubricating retainer. Lubrication grooves 2 are provided at the center of both the inner and outer side walls of the main body 1. These grooves can be used for heat dissipation and temporary storage of lubricating oil, providing continuous lubrication during use. By cooperating with multiple oil holes 4, the lubricating oil can achieve self-lubrication. At the same time, by using Teflon and polyimide as the materials of the low-temperature resistant layer 102 and the self-lubricating layer 101, the coefficient of friction generated during use can be reduced, and the internal balls can be continuously lubricated. It is also suitable for operation at low temperatures.
[0032] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A low-temperature self-lubricating retainer, comprising a body (1), characterized in that: The side wall of the body (1) is provided with a plurality of ball-shaped socket holes (3), and the upper end surface of the body (1) is provided with a plurality of oil holes (4). The lower ends of the plurality of oil holes (4) respectively penetrate the upper end surface of the body (1) and respectively lead to the lower end. The center of the inner and outer side walls of the body (1) is provided with lubrication grooves (2). The body (1) includes two low-temperature resistant layers (102) and two self-lubricating layers (101), and the two low-temperature resistant layers (102) are respectively provided with self-lubricating layers (101) on both sides.
2. The low-temperature self-lubricating retainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lubrication groove (2) is semi-circular in shape.
3. The low-temperature self-lubricating retainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The multiple oil holes (4) are interconnected with the multiple ball-shaped socket holes (3).
4. A low-temperature self-lubricating retainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The edges of the two side walls of the multiple ball-splitting holes (3) are all rounded.
5. A low-temperature self-lubricating retainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The self-lubricating layer (101) is made of polyimide.
6. A low-temperature self-lubricating retainer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The low-temperature resistant layer (102) is made of Teflon.