Knowing the Basics Leads to Better Care
Crusher bearing damage often relates to contamination, improper lubriion and fretting (metaltometal wear). Here's how to identify common modes: Abrasive Wear and Debris Denting are two of the most common damage modes caused by contamination. Typically, abrasive wear appears frosty gray (Fig. 3A). Debris particles also can dent the surface of the races and rollers (Fig. 3B), which can ...