Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings

RW
Adopts double-row rollers. Achieves high rigidity, high accuracy and compactness. Directly mounts securely, no presser flange required.

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CATALOG No.361E

Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings

Double-row, and simple.
Achieves high rigidity, high accuracy and compactness.
By integrating double-row small-diameter rollers on the raceway, the number of rollers incorporated in this new model (RW228) is approximately 5 times that of Cross-Roller Ring model RU*. While maintaining the compactness, it achieves higher rigidity and accuracy and a lower torque. In addition, the inner and outer rings in integrated structures have mounting holes, allowing the product to be directly mounted to the machine.

* Previous Cross-Roller Ring model RU

 Adopts Inner and Outer Rings that has Integrated Structures

High rigidity and high accuracy
The inner ring and the outer ring of model RW have integral structures to realize a high level of part rigidity. Since the inner ring and the outer ring are machined to have mounting bolt holes, and the size and number of the mounting bolt holes are optimally designed, the deformation of the raceway resulting from the mounting can be minimized and stable rotational performance can be achieved. In addition, the increased machining accuracy results in high rotational accuracy (see Accuracy Standards on page 5).
Optimal design of the mounting hole

Utilizes Small-diameter Rollers

Lower torque
Model RW adopts small-diameter rollers to reduce the friction coefficient and realize a lower torque and low-temperature rise characteristics.

Adopts Double-row Unidirectional Rollers

Increased rigidity
Despite having almost the same dimensions as the previous Cross-Roller Ring model RU*, model RW has rows of raceways twice that of model RU and has a DB structure to increase the rigidity.

High rigidity with a integrated outer ring structure

High rigidity with a integrated inner ring structure

Inner ring (with mounting holes)

Double-row unidirectional rollers

Outer ring (with mounting holes)

10-4

Theoretical Rigidity Comparison between RU228 and RW228

RU228

[rad]

RW228

Moment [kN-m] 10-4

Theoretical Rigidity Comparison between RU297 and RW297

RU297

[rad]

RW297

Moment [kN-m] 10-4

Theoretical Rigidity Comparison between RU445 and RW445

RU445

[rad]

RW445

Moment [kN-m]

RW228
(outer diameter: 295 mm; inner diameter: 160 mm)

RW297
(outer diameter: 380 mm; inner diameter: 210 mm)

RW445
(outer diameter: 540 mm; inner diameter: 350 mm)

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Nominal Life
[Nominal Life]
The service life is obtained from the following equation.
10 3
Temperature factor fT 1.0 0.9 0.8 0.7 0.6 0.5 100 150 200 250

fT C L fw PC
L :

106

Temperature of the bearing unit (C)

C PC fT fW

: : : :

Nominal life (the total number of revolutions that 90% of a group of identical Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings units operating under the same conditions can achieve without showing flaking from rolling fatigue) Basic dynamic load rating* [N] Dynamic equivalent radial load [N] Temperature factor (see Fig. 1) Load factor (see Table 1)

Fig. 1 Temperature factor (fT)

Note) The normal service temperature is 80C or below. If the product is to be used at a higher temperature, contact THK.

Table 1 Load Factor (fw)

Service conditions Smooth motion without impact Normal motion Motion with severe impact

fw 1 to 1.2 1.2 to 1.5 1.5 to 3

* The basic dynamic load rating (C) of model RW shows the radial load with interlocked direction and magnitude, under which the nominal life (L) is 1 million revolutions when a group of identical model RW units independently operate under the same conditions. The basic dynamic load rating (C) is indicated in the specification tables.

[Dynamic Equivalent Radial Load: PC]

The dynamic equivalent radial load is obtained from the following equation.

Moment (M)

Axial load (Fa)

PCX Fr
PC : Fr : Fa : M :

2M Y Fa dp

Radial load (Fr)

Moment (M)

Dynamic equivalent radial load [N] Radial load [N] Axial load [N] Moment [N-mm]

X : Y : dp :

Dynamic radial factor (see Table 2) Dynamic axial factor (see Table 2) Roller pitch circle diameter [mm]

Table 2 Dynamic Radial Factor and Dynamic Axial Factor

Classification Fa Fr2Mdp Fa Fr2Mdp 1.5

X 1

Y 0.45

If Fr = 0 [N] and M = 0 [N-mm], assume that X = 0.67 and Y = 0.67. For service life calculation with a preload taken into account, contact THK.

1.5

0.67

0.67

[Calculating the Service Life Time]

The service life time of model RW is obtained from the following equation. For Rotary Motion

Lh
Lh :

L nr 60
nr : Rotation speed per minute [min-1]

Service life time [h]

Static Safety Factor

The basic static load rating C0 refers to the static load with constant direction and magnitude, under which the calculated contact stress in the center of the contact area between the roller and the raceway load is 4,000 [MPa] (if the contact stress exceeds this value, performance may be affected). This value is indicated as C 0 in the specication tables. When a load is statically or dynamically applied, it is necessary to consider the static safety factor as shown below.
Table 3 Static Safety Factor (fS)

C0 fs P0
fS : C0 : P0 : Static safety factor (see Table 3) Basic static load rating [N] Static equivalent radial load [N]

Load conditions Normal load Impact load

Lower limit of fS 1 to 2 2 to 3

[Static Equivalent Radial Load: P0]

The static equivalent radial load of model RW is obtained from the following equation.
Moment (M)

2M P0X0 Fr Y0 Fa dp

Axial load (Fa)

Radial load (Fr)

Moment (M)

P0 : Fr : Fa : M :

Static equivalent radial load [N] Radial load [N] Axial load [N] Moment [N-mm]

X0 : Y0 : dp :

Static radial factor (X0 = 1) Static axial factor (Y0 = 0.44) Roller pitch circle diameter [mm]

Permissible Load
Table 4 shows the permissible load of model RW. The permissible load value takes into account the tightening strength of the mounting bolts. Consider the difference in the permissible loads between with and without a housing. If the applied radial load or moment is large, it is Recommended to insert the product into a housing. (For housing design, also see sections Fit and Designing Peripheral Parts on page 6).
Table 4 Permissible Load of Model RW

Without housing

With housing

Without housing Model No. Radial [kN] RW228 RW297 RW445 7.5 12.1 16.2 Axial [kN] 54.4 97.1 219 Moment [kN-m] 2.3 5.0 9.8 Radial [kN] 26.6 47.6 107

With housing Axial [kN] 54.4 97.1 219 Moment [kN-m] 3.0 7.1 24

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Accuracy Standards
Model RW is manufactured with the accuracy and the dimensional tolerance in Tables 5 to 8.

[Rotational Accuracy]
Table 5 Rotational Accuracy of the Inner Ring of Model RW

Unit: m
Axial runout tolerance of the inner ring Grade TSP 2.5 3 4 Grade P5 8 10 15 Grade P4 6 8 12 Grade P2 5 5 7 Grade USP 2.5 3 4 Grade TSP 2.5 3 4

Radial runout tolerance of the inner ring Model No. Grade P5 RW228 RW297 RW445 8 10 15 Grade P4 6 8 12 Grade P2 5 5 7 Grade USP 2.5 3 4

Note) For model RW, grade P5 is the standard rotational accuracy. (Not indicated in model number.) Table 6 Rotational Accuracy of the Outer Ring of Model RW

Unit: m
Axial runout tolerance of the outer ring Grade USP 4 5 7 Grade P5 18 20 25 Grade P4 11 13 16 Grade P2 7 8 10 Grade USP 4 5 7

Radial runout tolerance of the outer ring Model No. Grade P5 RW228 RW297 RW445 18 20 25 Grade P4 11 13 16 Grade P2 7 8 10

Note) For model RW, grade P5 is the standard rotational accuracy. (Not indicated in model number.)

[Wobbling Accuracy (Inner Ring of Grade TSP Only)]

Wobbling Accuracy refers to the pure rotational accuracy of the bearing calculated by subtracting the profile accuracy (roundness and flatness) from the rotational accuracy of the bearing.
Measurement conditions: height measurement = roller pitch circle diameter
Table 7 Wobbling Accuracy of Model RW

Probe

Unit: m
Grade TSP

Model No. Radial direction RW228 RW297 RW445 2 2 2 Axial direction 2 2

Height measurement

Roller pitch circle diameter

2

Method for wobbling accuracy measurement

[Dimensional Accuracy]
Table 8 Dimensional Tolerance of Bearing Inner Diameter, Outer Diameter and Width of Model RW

Unit: m
Dimensional tolerance of bearing width B Upper 0 0 0 Lower 100 100 150

Dimensional tolerance of bearing inner diameter dm Dimensional tolerance of bearing outer diameter Dm Model No. Upper RW228 RW297 RW445 0 0 0 Lower 25 30 40 Upper 0 0 0 Lower 35 40 50

Note) dm and Dm represent the arithmetic mean values of the maximum diameter and the minimum diameter obtained through two-point measurement of the bearing inner diameter and the bearing outer diameter.

Radial Clearance
The radial clearance of model RW is adjusted to a negative value (preloaded) before shipment, which is controlled with the starting torque of the product. Table 9 shows the specification values for the starting torque of model RW.
Note) The starting torque does not include seal resistance.
RW445 10 65
Table 9 Radial Clearance of Model RW

Starting torque [N-m] Model No. Minimum RW228 RW297 1 3 Maximum 10 20

Fit
Although the design of model RW does not require a fitted housing, if positioning accuracy is required or a large load is applied, it is recommended to insert the product into a housing with a fit tolerance of g6 for the shaft and H7 for the hole (also see section Permissible Load on page 4, and section Designing Peripheral Parts below). If higher rigidity is required, it is recommended to measure the inner and outer diameters of the bearing and to use a slight interference fit (approximately 0 to 5 m) that corresponds to the measurements. * If an interference fit is used, provide tapped hole for ring removal in the bearing/housing.

Designing Peripheral Parts

Table 10 shows the recommended machining accuracy for the peripheral parts (shaft and housing) to which model RW is to be installed.
Table 10 Recommended Machining Accuracy of Model RW s Mating Part
Table 10 A Table 10 A Table 10

Standard dimension d, D [mm] Above 120 180 250 315 400 500 Or less 180 250 315 400 500 630

Roundness Perpendicularity Flatness [m] 5 7 8 9 10 11

B Table 10 Table 10 B Table 10

For the fit depth of the housing, see Table 11 as a guide.

Table 11 Housing Fit Depth for Model RW

Machining accuracy of peripheral part

H:Fit depth B:Bearing width

Use of fit If positioning accuracy is required If an applied load is large If high rigidity is required

Fit depth: H 0.15 to 0.25B 0.50 to 0.75B 0.75 to 1.00B

Fit depth of the housing

For the mating bolt holes for securing model RW-X, the values in Table 12 are recommended.
Table 12 Recommended Bolt Hole Dimensions of the Mating Part for Model RW-X

Unit: mm
h

d2

Recommended bolt hole dimensions Model No. Bolt size d1 RW228 RW297 RW445 M6 M8 M8 7 9.3 9.3 d2 11 14.5 14.5 h 6.5 8.6 8.6

d1

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Procedure for Assembly

When assembling model RW, follow the steps below.

[Inspect the parts prior to assembly]

Thoroughly clean the housing and other parts to be assembled, and make sure that no burrs or knots are present.

[Install the bearing to the housing or shaft]

The product tends to tilt during installation. To prevent this, gradually drive the product into the housing or onto the shaft by gently tapping it with a plastic or copper mallet while keeping it perpendicular. Continue to tap until the bearing is properly contacting the reference surface. Note) When installing the inner ring, only tap the inner ring; when installing the outer ring, only tap the outer ring.

[Tighten the mounting bolts]

(1) Install and align the ring with the required rotational accuracy. (2) Place model RW onto the housing. Align model RW with the mounting holes. (3) Insert the securing bolts into the holes. Turn the bolts by hand to make sure they do not show skewing which indicates misalignment of the holes. (4) Fasten the mounting bolts in three to four steps from loose to fully fastened. Secure the bolts in a diagonal order. (Figure 1) (5) When tightening the securing bolts, use a torque wrench and evenly tighten the bolts according to the values in Table 13.
9 1 24 1 32 9 17 16

17 5 13 21 3 11 19 7 15

16 8 20 12 4 22 14 6 18 21 13 29 3 19 11 27 7 5

25

24 8 28 12 20 4 30 14 22 6

Table 13 Bolt Tightening Torque for Mounting Model RW

Model No.

Bolt size

Tightening torque [N-m] 14 30 30

RW228 RW297 RW445

M6 M8 M8

23

23

10

15 31 10 2 18

26

In the case of 24 bolts

In the case of 32 bolts

Figure 1: Example of bolt tightening sequence

Permissible Rotation Speed

Table 14 shows the permissible rotation speed of model RW.
Table 14 Permissible Rotation Speed of Model RW Note 1) The values in Table 14 assume operation under no load. If a large load is applied or the permissible rotation speed is exceeded, contact THK. Note 2) Depending on the lubrication or the load conditions, the product may generate considerable heat.

Model No.

Permissible rotation speed [min-1] 350 270 180

RW228 RW297 RW445

[Lubrication Specifications]
For the lubrication specifications of model RW, the lubricants in Table 15 are recommended. Model RW contains THK AFB-LF Grease as standard.
Table 15 Recommended Lubrication Specifications

Lubrication specifications Grease lubrication Oil lubrication

Recommended lubricant THK AFB-LF Grease (standard grease) ISO VG68 Oil

Model Number Coding

RW297 UU CC0 P2 B G X N
Option symbol
No Symbol : No accessory -N : Grease nipple attached (A-PT1/8)

Inner Ring Hole symbol

No Symbol : Inner ring counterbore hole X : Inner ring tapped hole (through hole)

Mounting Hole Orientation symbolexcluding X type

No Symbol : The counterbore holes of the inner and outer rings face the same direction G : The counterbore holes of the inner and outer rings face opposite direction

Sub-part Accuracy symbol

No Symbol : Rotational Accuracy of the Inner Ring R : Rotational Accuracy of the Outer Ring B : Rotational Accuracy of the Inner/Outer Rings

Accuracy symbol
No Symbol : 5-grade rotational accuracy P4 : 4-grade rotational accuracy P2 : 2-grade rotational accuracy USP : USP-grade rotational accuracy TSP : USP-grade rotational accuracy + wobbling accuracy

Radial clearance symbol

CC0 :Minus clearance (preload)

Seal symbol
No Symbol : Without seal UU : Seal attached on both ends U : Seal attached on either end (counterbore side of the outer ring) UT : Seal attached on either end (opposite to the counter-bore of the outer ring)

Model No.

Dimensional Table
Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings <RW>

2-greasing hole

PCD2

PCD1

L2

2-greasing hole d r B r D RW228 to RW445 RW228G to RW445G

Main dimensions Inner diameter Roller Outer pitch circle diameter diameter D dp

RW228X to RW445X
Shoulder height Basic load rating (radial) C C0

L1

Model No.

Width

Greasing hole

Hole diameter

L1

L2

rmin

ds

Dh

[kN]

[kN]

RW228 G 160 RW228X RW297 G 210 RW297X RW445 G 350 RW445X 540 445.4 50 Rc1/8 15 35 2.5 425 465 214 647 380 299.2 40 Rc1/8 12 28 2.5 285 315 101 287 295 228.8 35 Rc1/8 10.5 24.5 2 220 240 58.4 158

PCD2 Model RW ds

Model RWUU

PCD1 Dh

Model RWU

Model RWUT

Option
10 19.5
* Accessories for lubrication (piping joint, grease fitting, etc.) other than the standard option may also be

11.5

attached. For inquiry, contact THK (for other accessories for

R1/8 11.5

lubrication, see section Lubrication Accessories in the general catalog).

Grease nipple (type A-PT1/8)

Unit: mm Mass Mounting hole dimensions

Inner ring

Outer ring

Model No.

[kg]

PCD1

Mounting hole

PCD 2

Mounting hole

24-7 through 11 counterbore depth 24.5 12 184 24-M6 depth 18 24-9.3 through 14.5 counterbore depth 28 22 240 24-M8 depth 24 32-9.3 through 14.5 counterbore depth 35 47 385 32-M8 depth 24 505 32-9.3 through 14.5 counterbore depth 35 350 24-9.3 through 14.5 counterbore depth 28 270 24-7 through 11 counterbore depth 24.5

RW228 G RW228X RW297 G RW297X RW445 G RW445X

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Precautions on Handling

Precautions on Use

Do not disassemble the Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings unit. Dropping or hitting the Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings unit may damage it. Applying an impact force to the product could cause functional loss even if the product looks intact.

Lubrication
Since each Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings unit contains high-quality lithium soap group grease No. 2 (THK AFB-LF Grease), you can start using the product without replenishing grease. However, the product requires regular lubrication since it has a smaller internal space than ordinary roller bearings and because the rollers need frequent lubrication due to their rolling contact structure. To replenish grease, it is necessary to provide a grease path that leads to the oil holes formed on the circumference of the outer ring. As for the lubrication interval, normally replenish grease of the same type while rotating the ring so that it is distributed throughout the interior of the bearing at least every six to twelve months even if the product rotates infrequently. When the bearing is filled up with grease, the initial rotational torque temporarily increases due to the resistance of the grease. However, surplus grease will run out of the seals and the torque will return to the normal level in a short period. Do not mix greases with different physical properties. In locations exposed to constant vibrations or in special environments such as clean rooms, vacuum and low/high temperature, normal lubricants may not be used. Contact THK for details. When planning to use a special lubricant, or use the product other than with grease lubrication, contact THK before use.

Precautions on Use
Entrance of foreign material may cause functional loss. Prevent foreign material, such as dust or cutting chips, from entering the product. Contact THK if you desire to use the product at a temperature above 80C. Avoid an environment where a coolant may penetrate into the Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings unit. If foreign material adheres to the product, replenish the lubricant after cleaning the product with clean kerosene. When using the product in locations exposed to constant vibrations or in special environments such as clean rooms, vacuum and low/high temperature, contact THK in advance. The seal of the Double-Row Angular Contact Roller Rings unit is a dust seal, and cannot prevent the entrance of fine dust or liquid foreign material.

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