Deep groove ball bearing FAG 61817-Y

FAG 61817-Y is a deep groove ball bearing reference, within Bearings. Request a quote for 61817-Y via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with lead time and equivalents.

FAG -Y series deep groove ball bearings are single-row bearings that support radial and axial loads in both directions, with the -Y version featuring a retaining ring groove on the outer ring. They are used in equipment where the bearing must be fixed axially in the housing without the need for additional covers or shoulders, which is common in transmissions, pumps and machine tools.

The designation of this family is read in two parts: the four- or five-digit series number, which in the examples ranges from 61809 to 61816, and the -Y suffix that appears after the hyphen. That suffix identifies the variant with a retaining ring groove on the outer ring. The numbers of the 618 series correspond to the light dimensional series, with a lower section than the 619 or 60 series, so it is advisable to verify the diameter and width before replacing one bearing with another of the same designation.

These bearings are found in applications where the housing is made of cast iron or sheet metal and has no fixing shoulders: gearboxes, centrifugal pumps, fans, conveyors and machine tools. In the Argentine market they are frequently requested for maintenance of imported equipment and for replacements in production lines, where the groove allows the bearing to be mounted with a circlip and simplifies the housing design. MR Accesorios Industriales supplies this line to industrial plants throughout the country.

To select the correct bearing, start with the shaft and housing diameters, and then define the internal clearance and sealing. The -Y series does not come with its own seals: sealing is handled by the equipment design or with external oil seals. During assembly, verify that the groove on the outer ring aligns with the retaining ring and that the housing has the proper depth. Lubrication and alignment between shaft and housing are critical to service life, especially in equipment with vibration.

Regarding equivalences, deep groove ball bearings are interchangeable between manufacturers by dimensional designation: the same series number and suffix may correspond to different brands, but internal suffixes change from one manufacturer to another and are not always equivalent. Therefore, before replacing a bearing with one from another brand, it is advisable to compare the groove, clearance and cage type. If you have doubts, send us the complete part number and we will verify it.

If you need a quote for a bearing from this series, write to us on WhatsApp with the complete part number, for example 61809-Y or 61816-Y, and we will reply shortly. You can also ask about other deep groove ball bearing series, bearing housings or power transmission: at MR Accesorios Industriales we have more than 80 years in the industry and we help you find the part that matches your equipment.

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