APPLICATION

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURED BEARINGS

Using the Power of 3D Printing

This combination of material and processing results in a unique technology.

Advanced bearing material
Configurable into complex shapes

Additive manufacturing can be applied to products beyond bearings, where corrosion resistant and fatigue resistant material would yield superior performance.

Advantages of 3D Printed Bearings and Components

Material Advantage

Stainless steel for corrosion resistance
Case Hardened
- High surface hardness, ductile core (surface hardness approx.65+ Rc)
- High fatigue resistance
Testing to date has shown superior rolling contact fatigue wear resistance when compared to standard bearing materials
Further testing is required to gain a statistical reference

Difficult Applications

Corrosive Environments
High impact/shock loading
(case hardened rings for fracture toughness)
Extended fatigue life required
Low/marginal lubrication
Difficult to replace
(maintenance cost)

Complexity Advantage

Incorporated with mating components to bearings
Assemblies with thermal gradient difficulties
Optimize bearing geometry for weight savings
Incorporate mounting features
Ring features to allow added rolling elements to maximize capacity/life
Unique or difficult geometry

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Whether your requirements are for low or high volumes, custom designs, or extremely clean bearing components, the team at Schatz Bearing has the experience needed to meet the challenge. Please contact us to discuss the specifics of your application requirements.