RADIAL BALL BEARINGS
316 Stainless Raceways
Availability and Material Selection

Availability
Some bearings listed on data sheets may not be in inventory. Some may require a minimum order, and delivery could range from 6 to 8 weeks. Check with KMS for item availability and delivery.
Material Selection
KMS Stainless bearings are produced with a type AISI 316 grade stainless for raceways and balls. 316 Stainless has superior corrosion resistance. 316 Stainless is used extensively in food, medical and hostile chemical environments. 316 Stainless provides superior resistance when compared to conventional standard 440 Stainless.
General Information

A KMS 316 Stainless ball bearing should only be used when a conventional 440 Stainless or a KMS Plastic ball bearing are unsuitable.

Reasons for use are:
  • Environment corrodes 440 SS.
  • Needs to be non-magnetic.
  • Can run without lube (slow speeds).
  • Hygienic
  • Excessive load for Plastic ball bearing.
  • Can run in liquids.
  • FDA & NSF approved materials.
  • Can run in high temperature (without cage or with high temperature polymer cage.)
 

Value Engineering = Less Cost
Only a KMS 316 Stainless ball bearing can offer you value that far exceeds its steel or 440 SS counterpart. True value is achieved by extending bearing life and offering qualities of being non-magnetic and non-contaminating in food, medical and photo environment. Evolve from your standard steel bearing to a KMS Plastic or 316 Stainless Bearing by giving us a call. We will analyze your application and find your true value solution.

Special Bearings & Sizes - Variations - Engineering & Prototyping
Plastic Ball Bearings "Ten Good Reasons To Use," ETC...
 
  • Information presented is believed to be accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change without notice.
 

VARIATIONS & CUSTOM SIZES MADE EASILY FOR LOW AND HIGH QUANTITIES
Corrosion Resistant • Lube Free • Hygienic • Non-Metallic • Non-Magnetic • Light Weight • Design Flexibility 

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KMS Bearings, Inc.
1560 Harmony Circle, Anaheim, California 92807 USA
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Toll Free (800) 448-2412
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