The bearing elements used have important effects on the smooth operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems for a long time. The forces perpendicular to the axis in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders will create some moments and forces on the system. There is a need for bearing elements that will compensate these moments and forces in the system and eliminate their negative effects. The bearing elements prevent the metal surfaces from being damaged by touching each other between the piston head and the pipe or shaft and the throat wedge.
Advantages of non-metal bearings compared to metal bearings;
Lower friction coefficient
-High load carrying values
-Easy to install
-No hydrodynamic pressure
-Ability to absorb some defects from machining
-Lower cost compared to metal
-Particles formed as a result of the corrosion of the metal bearing can prevent the system from - working.
What is a K space?
During the operation of the system, the hydraulic fluid remaining on the front of the seal should return to the system through this gap. Therefore, a circumferential gap equal to k interval should be left.
