Lubrication Grease Weights

Grease lubrication is usually satisfactory up to the normal maximum speeds shown in our Product
Catalogue, subject to temperature and axial loads. We recommend (up to 100ºC) the use of a Grease Weights kg Full Pack Approx Grease Weights kg Full Pack Approx
good quality lithium based grease with extreme pressure (EP) additives i.e. EP2 or equivalent. Bearing Bearing Series Series Series Bearing Bearing Series Series Series
Greases with extreme pressure additives (EP) are advantageous, especially for high radial or axial
loads. The permitted axial load on a (GR) fixed bearing is reduced by 50% if an EP grease is not Bore Bore 01 02 03 Bore Bore 01 02 03
used. inch mm kg kg kg inch mm kg kg kg
For extreme temperatures, speeds and high loads it is always advisable to obtain recommendations 11/2 40 0.06 - - 51/2 140 0.78 1.40 2.00
from our technical department. Greases of No2. consistency can generally be used for most 2 50 0.09 0.15 - 6 150 0.90 1.40 2.70
applications and are also suitable for most pumped systems.
21/2 65 0.15 0.21 - 61/2 170 1.00 1.40 3.60
Procedure
3 75 0.18 0.30 - 7 180 1.10 2.00 4.20
Calculate dN by multiplying the shaft speed by the bore of the bearing in millimetres. e.g 750 rpm
x 100mm = 75000dN. Ensure that all bearing parts are clean and apply grease as follows. 31/2 90 0.30 0.45 - 8 200 1.40 2.70 5.40
4 100 0.36 0.60 1.20 9 220 1.40 3.60 6.90
For speeds up to dN = 50,000, the roller bearing and cartridge should be packed full on assembly,
(full pack weights are given in the table). As the dN value increases, use progressively less grease 41/2 110 0.51 0.90 1.40 10 260 2.00 4.20 8.10
to coat the bearing parts, from a full coating of the cage and bearing surfaces at dN = 50,000 or 5 130 0.60 1.10 1.40 11 280 2.00 4.80 10.00
less down to a smear about 1mm thick at dN = 200,000 or more. Proportional amounts are show 12 300 2.00 5.40 11.00
here.
dN Caution
Over to Full Pack If possible re-grease the bearing as it rotates. The grease charges listed below are for bearings up
- 50,000 100% to 75mm bore; use progressively more grease as the bearing size increases.
Some components have sharp
50,000 100,000 75% edges. Please read instructions
Expansion (EX) Bearings before assembly
100,000 150,000 50%
One or two shots (3ml) from a grease gun every 400 operating hours is usually sufficient.
150,000 200,000 33%
200,000 - 25% Fixed (GR) Bearings for Thrust
One or two shots (3ml) from a grease gun every two weeks i.e. 100 operating hours according to
duty and experience.
All cartridge and seals should be well lubricated on assembly including the bores of the triple
labyrinth seals and thrust bearings where fitted. Felt seals should be soaked in oil before fitting. Fixed (GR) Bearings used for Location Only Assembly and Lubrication Instructions
Blanking plates should be sealed with grease or jointing compound. Never assemble the bearing Treat as Expansion (EX) bearings.
dry and inject grease after closing the cartridge. Always coat the swivel seatings with oil or
grease. For bearings with speeds up to dN=50,000 which are assembled with a full pack grease, COOPER BEARINGs group
Lubrication Points re-greasing intervals can be increased to one year, provided the thrust load on the GR bearings is UK, Europe, South Germany Brazil
Cooper cartridges are tapped 1/8 or 1/4 NPT according to size and Series. Grease nipples nominal. America, Asia, Cooper Geteilte Cooper do Brasil Ltda.
or temporary plugs are fitted as standard. Special lubricators by arrangement. BSP fittings Pumped systems should be metered to be equivalent to the above quantities. Clean out and Australia and the Rollenlager GmbH. Caixa Postal 66.105
are acceptable, but will screw in further and care must be taken to avoid blocking off the replace the grease after several years or as conditions dictate or determine. Middle East Postfach 100 423 CEP 05.314-970, Brasil
horizontal grease passage. The lubricant is injected through the outer race directly onto Cooper Roller Bearings Oberbenrader Str. 407 T: +55 (0) 11 3022 3706
the rolling surfaces. Pipework must be flexible to allow the swivel cartridge to function. Shaft Tolerance Company Ltd. 47704 Krefeld GERMANY T: +55 (0) 11 9156 2500
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Clamping Ring Screw Sizes and Tightening Torques Diameters Over - 50 80 120 180 250 315 400 500 Wisbech Road T: +49 (0) 2151 713 016 E: CoopersalesBR@[Link]

The table below shows the clamping ring screw sizes and tightening torques. The tightening Maximum Kings Lynn, Norfolk, F: +49 (0) 2151 713 010
Roughness PE30 5JX E: CoopersalesDE@[Link] India
torques for cartridge and pedestal joint screws are 75% of the values shown for the same screw to 50 80 120 180 250 315 400 500 630 Cooper Roller Bearings
size. The tightening torques of cartridge radial screws are 50% of the values shown for the same United Kingdom
T: +44 (0) 1553 763447 People’s Republic Company Ltd.
screw size. (These are not necessarily the same size as the clamping ring screws). Shafts BS4500 Tolerance. µm. (0.001mm) µmRa Grade Wisbech Road
F: +44 (0) 1553 761113 of China
Uni-directional loads +0 Kings Lynn, Norfolk
The tightening torques of side screws are as follows: E: CoopersalesUK@[Link] Cooper Bearings
M4: 2.0Nm M6:7.8Nm M10: 30Nm M16: 125Nm at speeds up to dn = 100,000 d h7 - 25 30 35 40 46 52 57 63 70 3.2 N8 Group Beijing. PE30 5JX
Moderate Loads (C/P > 10) USA, Canada, Mexico Room 909, United Kingdom
Bearing Sizes in Millimetres T: +91 (0) 9820180089
and Central America Canway Building Tower 1
Series 01 40-75 80-90 100-130 135-200 220-300 320-480 500-600 - - Reciprocating loads E: CoopersalesIN@[Link]
The Cooper Split Roller No 66, Nanlishi Road,
Series 02 - 50-60 70-100 110-150 160-180 190-260 280-460 480-600 - Vibratory duty +0 Bearing Corp. Xicheng District, Beijing
Series 03 - - - - 100-150 160-200 220-260 280-320 340-600 Extra fine clearance bearings d h6 - 16 19 22 25 29 32 36 40 44 1.6 N7 5365 Robin Hood Road, PRC 100045 Australia
Screw Size M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M16 M20 M24 Speeds over dn = 100,000 Suite B T: +86 (0) 10 68080803 Cooper Bearings Group
Key A/F 3 4 5 6 8 10 14 17 19 Heavy loads (C/P<10) Norfolk, VA 23513 +86 (0) 10 68080805 PO BOX 241
Kelmscott
Torque Nm 4.5 8.5 15 35 70 120 300 560 950 USA. +86 (0) 10 68080806
Geometric Accuracy T: +1 (1) 757 460 0925 F: +86 (0) 10 68080801 Western Australia 6991
Bearing Sizes Imperial
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Series 01 11/2-3 31/4-31/2 33/4-5 51/2-8 9-12 13-19 20-24 - - Cylindricity of Shaft Journal d­ IT6 16 19 22 25 29 32 36 40 44 - - F: +61(0) 8 93979990
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Series 02 - 13/4-21/2 23/4-4 41/2-6 61/2-7 8-10 11-18 19-24 - E: CoopersalesAU@[Link]
Series 03 - - - - 4-6 61/2-8 9-10 11-13 14-23
Torque lbf ft 3.5 6.5 11 26 52 88 220 415 700
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Preliminary Notes Stage 4 Assembly Procedure
On simple shaft arrangements with one GR (Fixed) bearing and one or two EX (Expansion) Tap down each half of the inner race and clamping rings all round the shaft using a soft faced
bearings, the GR bearing should be positioned adjacent to the drive. On multiple bearing shaft hammer or, insert a hardwood block between a steel hammer and bearing parts. Re-tighten
arrangements please consult our technical department for bearing positions. screws. Repeat until screws are fully tight. The recommended torque values are shown on the
reverse. Check there is a gap at both joints of the inner race. The total gap varies and is not
The GR (Fixed) bearing locates the shaft axially and should be, where possible, fitted first. EX critical provided the shaft is within the required tolerance. Check that expansion inner races will be
(Expansion) bearings should be fitted to ensure the rollers will be central on the outer race when central or correctly offset when all parts are finally positioned.
the bearing is in the correct running position or offset to allow for expansion. See Stage 2.
Stage 5
Unwrap bearings parts, then unclip cage joint - you generally will have one of three options: Coat the roller cage with grease and lightly cover the other parts for protection. Place cage around 1 2 3
the inner race and join together as follows:
a)  ‘U’ Clips: Remove and retain 2 steel clips using a small screwdriver - Diagram 5.
a) ‘U’ Clips: Press the 2 jointing clips in place - Diagram 5.
b) Spring Plate Joint: Lift up the jointing plate over locating pins using flat bladed screwdriver -
b) Spring Plate Joint: Push the 2 cage halves together until the jointing plates clip over the B
Diagram 5A.
protruding pins - Diagram 5A (screwdriver not required).
c) Pressed Steel Cage: Insert a small flat bladed screwdriver into one of the slots in the upper
c) Pressed Steel Cage: Ensure the tabs of one end of each cage half can engage into the body of
tab at the joint. rotate the blade to open the joint, first on one side, then the other. Repeat for
the other cage half. Using even pressure on each side of the joint, push the tabs fully home
the second cage joint. Both joints must be disengaged before separating cage halves. Failure to D
until the joint locks, repeat with second joint. Check that both sides of the joint are fully home.
do this may distort the cage thereby making it unusable. (See Diagram 5B).
Stage 6
Other types of jointing may be used, for advice please consult our technical department. Place the half outer race with the lubrication hole in the top half cartridge and the second half race 4 5 C
6
Undo clamping ring screws and remove clamping rings from inner race. Remove the preservative into the lower half cartridge, ensuring the pairing marks match. Ensure the ends of the outer race
project from the cartridge joint face by equal amounts. Where there are axial or radial screws, fit Jointing Plates
from all parts. Handle half cages and rollers with care. Keep the bearing safe from damage.
as shown in diagram 6: Just enter radial holding screws ‘D’ where provided, it is important to fit 5A
Lightly oil threads and interfaces, including bores of clamping rings. Complete roller bearings are Cage jointing plates
interchangeable between similar Cooper cartridges, individual parts should not be interchanged. washers. Fit the side rods and screws ‘C’ where provided and very lightly tighten. Place together
the half cartridges and fully tighten the cartridge joint screws ‘B’. Progressively and fully tighten the for larger bearings.
Cartridges are also interchangeable between standard outer castings except where S1 spherical fit radial screws ‘D’ and or side screws ‘C’.
has been specified. Pairing marks must match. In some sizes, two cartridge joint screws must be removed to gain access to the side screws. Inject
grease to fill the grease passages. Remove screws ‘B’ from cartridge joints, separate cartridge taking
The fixed (GR) bearing has guiding lips on both inner and outer races. In the case of Series 01 and
care the upper half outer race does not fall out of position where radial screws are not fitted 7
02 bearings to 300mm and Series 03 to 150mm, rollers are guided by clamping ring faces and the
lips of the outer race. Stage 7
Fit seals into cartridge end bores(or TL seals on the shaft). Felt seals should be soaked in oil before 01E Series
All bearing components (with the exception of pressed steel cages and die cast cages) cartridges
and outer castings are marked with matching numbers on each half. Ensure the numbers on each
fitting. Coat the inside of the cartridge, cage and rollers and all seals with grease. (See lubrication Pressed Steel Cages 5B 5B
table for quantity). Place the bottom half of the cartridge on top of the bearing and rotate 1800
half component are the same and are together when assembled.
into the pedestal. End bore seals should be left well lubricated on assembly including the bores
Fitting an Outer Race where Radial and or Axial Screws are used of the revolving triple labyrinth seals. Blanking plates should be sealed with grease or compound.
All lipped outer races must be clamped axially. Side screws ‘C’ are fitted to all GR cartridges but Add the correct quantity of grease to the cartridge as specified overleaf. Place the top half of the
rods are not required for sizes 100mm - 155mm in Series 01 and 02. Clean the outer race seating cartridge on top of the bottom half of the cartridge ensuring the pairing marks appear on the same
in the cartridge to remove preservative and lightly oil. Fit the half outer races - See Stage 6. side. Close cartridge and fully tighten joint screws. Lubricate the spherical seating. Anti-scuffing
compounds are advantageous. Pedestal bases must be supported to avoid deflection. To ensure
Stage 1 swivel alignment, the shaft should be run for a short period before fully tightening the pedestal Bearing Types
Clean and inspect the shaft diameter. Refer to the table for tolerances. The inner race, before cap screws. Where oil lubrication is to be used, the cartridge joint faces and screws should be
assembly, measures undersize equivalent to the final gap at the joints. When assembled on the treated with sealing compound. Fixed (GR) Bearing
shaft, there should be a gap at each inner race joint. This gap is a feature of the design to ensure Bearings with grooved inner race
Check List
that the half races grip the shaft. assemblies and grooved outer
The correct shaft size is important. Fully tighten clamping ring screws.
Stage 2 Parts should not be interchanged. Lubricate before closing the cartridge. races for radial and axial loads.
Lightly oil the shaft with thin machine oil, then remove the excess with a clean wiper. Place the Match marks should coincide. Lubricate swivel seating. To be fitted in GR cartridges with
inner race at the correct position on the cleaned shaft. Soft packing on the joint faces, or feeler Lightly oil threads and interfaces. Safeguard rolling surfaces for transit.  side screws. (See diagram 6).
gauges should be used to ensure the joint gaps are approximately equal. Expansion races normally Gap at each inner race joint.
are set centrally with the roller, but in cases of axial expansion, may be offset within +/-10% of the Expansion (EX) Bearing
roller length. Technical Support Bearings with grooved inner
Please consult our Product Catalogue or consult Cooper technical department in case of doubt race assemblies and plain outer
Stage 3 regarding suitability for any application or operating condition. races for radial loads. To be
Fit the clamping rings with joints approximately 90º to the inner race joint. Discolouration on
Health and Safety at Work fitted in EX cartridges without
certain clamping rings is associated with localised heat treatment to increase wear resistance. There
We draw attention to the aspect of safety in the fitting and use of bearings. Damage to equipment side screws.
should be equal gaps at both joints of the clamping rings and races.
and personal injury may result if bearings are not installed according to the instructions given here,
Progressively tighten all clamping screws equally using the correct hexagon key and torque wrench
or operated outside the limits and load given in the Product Catalogue. Any significant mist from
(or key and tube extension if the torque wrench is not available). Special Expansion (EXILOG) Bearing
lubricant should be ducted away. All threaded lifting holes are marked with the appropriate size.
Bearing with plain inner race assemblies and grooved outer races, must be fitted into GR cartridges
e.g. M16. Note that all bearings for the UK coal industry have modified specifications excluding
aluminium materials. with side screws. (See diagram 6).