Performance of Lubricant Compact Materials in Ball Bearings
Abstract
Operational data on six lubricant compact materials, installed in nine ball bearings, are presented. The compact materials are MoS2-Mo-Ta, MoS2-Mo-Nb-Cu, WS2-Co-Ag and MoS2-Ta. The formation process is outlined. A description of the test rigs used in the work is presented. The two basic types of ball bearing test specimens are described, as are the two ball separator designs. The compact inserts were either cylindrical or conical and were installed in either aluminum or titanium separators. The operating life results are presented, with the compact materials classified as either 'early failure' or 'prolonged operation.' Weight loss data are presented, from which wear rate data were calculated. Frictional torque measurements are included, as are the vacuum levels in the test chambers. Operational wear lives were predicted for the five bearings still operating, using a conservative quantity of available compact material and the calculated wear rates. Conclusions relative to the compact materials and bearing performance are included.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0787849
Entities
People
- Karl R. Mecklenburg
Organizations
- MRIGlobal