Spherical plain bearing:GE200ES

Product Name: Spherical plain bearing:GE200ES
Type: Sliding Bearing Brand : FODA
New Model: GE-200ES Old Model: GE-200ES
Inner Diameter (mm): 200 Outer Diameter (mm): 290
Thickness (mm): 130 Weight (kg/pc): 28

Description

Basic Parameters

In the bearing GE200ES, “GE” indicates that it is a radial spherical plain bearing, designed to accommodate radial loads and allow angular motion. “200” represents the inner diameter of 200 millimeters. “ES” denotes a steel-on-steel sliding contact surface with a lubrication groove, suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Features and Performance

1. Structural Design and Self-Aligning Capability
  • Composed of an inner ring with an outer spherical surface and an outer ring with an inner spherical surface. The spherical sliding contact surfaces allow rotation, swinging, and tilting at any angle (self-aligning motion), ensuring normal operation even when there is significant misalignment between the bearing shaft and the housing bore.
  • Single-split outer ring design (GE…ES series) with lubricating oil grooves, suitable for low-speed oscillating, tilting, or rotating motion scenarios.
2. High Load Capacity and Impact Resistance
  • Special surface treatment processes (phosphating, galvanizing, chrome plating, or outer sliding surface lining/spraying) significantly enhance load-bearing capacity and impact resistance. Capable of withstanding radial loads and small bidirectional axial loads.
  • Large spherical contact area reduces pressure per unit area, making it ideal for heavy-duty mechanical load conditions (e.g., engineering hydraulic cylinders, forging machines).
3. Wear Resistance, Corrosion Resistance, and Sealing Design
  • Double-sided sealing rings (-2RS model) effectively prevent dust and impurities from entering, extending bearing life and suitable for dusty environments or applications requiring minimal lubrication maintenance.
  • Self-lubricating or good lubrication properties: Some models use self-lubricating materials to reduce friction and wear, lowering maintenance costs.
4. Multiple Types and Installation Adaptability
  • Belongs to the GE…ES-2RS type: Single-split outer ring with lubricating oil grooves and double-sided seals, supporting radial and bidirectional axial loads (axial load capacity may decrease when restricted by the retaining ring).
  • Flexible installation: Can be fixed via outer ring retaining grooves or press-fitting, adapting to different equipment structural requirements.

Materials and Construction

Bearing Steel Material:
Both the inner and outer rings are typically made from high-quality bearing steel (such as 52100 / GCr15), which offers superior hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength.

Surface Treatment:
The sliding surfaces are hardened and phosphated to improve anti-corrosion performance and reduce friction.

Product Application

FODA’s GE200ES Spherical Plain Bearing, featuring a spherical sliding contact design, heavy-load capacity, and self-aligning performance, is widely used in mechanical systems requiring high-load tolerance, impact resistance, or shaft misalignment compensation. Its typical applications across industries include:

1. Industrial Heavy Machinery and Forging Equipment

Engineering Hydraulic Cylinders
As a core component for hydraulic cylinder articulation points, the GE200ES bearing enables low-friction swinging through its spherical contact surface, accommodating high-frequency reciprocating loads in hydraulic systems while compensating for angular errors from installation deviations (excellent self-aligning capability). Suitable for large presses, injection molding machines, and metal forming equipment.

Forging Machines and Heavy Machinery
In forging hammers, rolling mills, and similar equipment, the bearing’s phosphated surface treatment (corrosion-resistant, wear-resistant) and double-sealed design (GE200ES-2RS) withstand high temperatures, dust, and metal debris, effectively carrying impact loads and radial forces during forging processes.

2. Construction Machinery and Heavy Equipment

Excavators and Crane Articulation Systems
Installed in the articulation points of excavator booms and crane arms, the bearing withstands alternating loads and axial forces in earth-moving operations. Its large-contact-area spherical structure distributes stress to reduce wear, extending equipment life, especially in outdoor environments with dust and moisture.

Concrete Machinery and Mining Equipment
In concrete mixers and mining screening equipment, the bearing’s self-aligning feature mitigates misalignment in long shafts or multi-pivot systems while resisting material impact and vibration, ensuring stable continuous operation.

3. Automation and Hydraulic Transmission Systems

Industrial Robot Joints
Used in the rotating joints of heavy-duty robot arms and palletizers, the bearing supports high-precision positioning and low-noise operation. Its pre-lubricated design and compact structure meet automation equipment requirements for maintenance convenience and space efficiency.

Marine and Offshore Engineering
In ship rudders and deck machinery, the GE200ES’s corrosion-resistant surface treatment (e.g., galvanizing or chroming) defends against seawater erosion, while its ability to withstand radial and axial combined loads from wave impacts ensures reliability in marine environments.

4. Automotive and Transportation Equipment

Commercial Vehicle Suspension Systems
Applied in the suspension articulation points of trucks and buses, the bearing absorbs vibrations and angular deviations from rough roads, enhancing ride smoothness. Its bidirectional load capacity (radial + axial) balances stress distribution in suspension systems.

Rail Transit Bogies
In light rail and subway bogie connections, the GE200ES reduces maintenance frequency via self-lubricating properties (optional oil-free lubrication materials), adapting to high-frequency vibrations and large-angle swinging conditions.

5. Water Conservancy and Agricultural Machinery

Water Conservancy Gates and Hoists
In hydropower station gate lifting systems, the bearing’s corrosion resistance and high static load capacity (10,600,000N) withstand water pressure and mechanical impacts, ensuring stable and sealed gate operation.

Agricultural Machinery Drives
Used in the drive shafts of combine harvesters and tractors, the bearing resists soil and dust intrusion (sealed model GE200ES-2RS) while accommodating shaft angle changes during farm equipment lifting.

Product List

Bearing No. Dimensions (mm) Basic Load Rating (N)      Weight (kg)
ISO GOST d D B Dyn. C Stat. C0
GE-100ES 2RS GE-100ES 2RS 100 150 70 610000 3050000 4.3
GE-110ES 2RS GE-110ES 2RS 110 160 70 655000 3250000 4.7
GE-120ES 2RS GE-120ES 2RS 120 180 85 950000 4750000 8
GE-140ES 2RS GE-140ES 2RS 140 210 90 1080000 5400000 11
GE-15ES 2RS GE-15ES 2RS 15 26 12 17000 85000 0.025
GE-16ES 2RS GE-16ES 2RS 16 30 14 21200 106000 0.041
GE-160ES 2RS GE-160ES 2RS 160 230 105 1360000 6800000 14
GE-17ES 2RS GE-17ES 2RS 17 30 14 21200 106000 0.041
GE-180ES 2RS GE-180ES 2RS 180 260 105 1530000 7650000 18.5
GE-20ES 2RS GE-20ES 2RS 20 35 16 30000 146000 0.061
GE-200ES 2RS GE-200ES 2RS 200 290 130 2120000 10600000 28
GE-220ES 2RS GE-220ES 2RS 220 320 135 2320000 11600000 35.51
GE-240ES 2RS GE-240ES 2RS 240 340 140 2550000 12700000 39.91
GE-25ES 2RS GE-25ES 2RS 25 42 20 48000 240000 0.11
GE-260ES 2RS GE-260ES 2RS 260 370 150 3030000 15190000 51.54
GE-280ES 2RS GE-280ES 2RS 280 400 155 3570000 17850000 65.06
GE-30ES 2RS GE-30ES 2RS 30 47 22 62000 310000 0.14
GE-300ES 2RS GE-300ES 2RS 300 430 165 3800000 19100000 78.07
GE-35ES 2RS GE-35ES 2RS 35 55 25 80000 400000 0.22
GE-40ES 2RS GE-40ES 2RS 40 62 28 100000 500000 0.3
GE-45ES 2RS GE-45ES 2RS 45 68 32 127000 640000 0.41
GE-50ES 2RS GE-50ES 2RS 50 75 35 156000 780000 0.53
GE-55ES 2RS GE-55ES 2RS 55 85 40 200000 1000000 0.94
GE-60ES 2RS GE-60ES 2RS 60 90 44 245000 1220000 1
GE-70ES 2RS GE-70ES 2RS 70 105 49 315000 1560000 1.5
GE-80ES 2RS GE-80ES 2RS 80 120 55 400000 2000000 2.2
GE-90ES 2RS GE-90ES 2RS 90 130 60 490000 2450000 2.7
GE-100ES GE-100ES 100 150 70 610000 3050000 4.3
GE-110ES GE-110ES 110 160 70 655000 3250000 4.7
GE-120ES GE-120ES 120 180 85 950000 4750000 8
GE-140ES GE-140ES 140 210 90 1080000 5400000 11
GE-15ES GE-15ES 15 26 12 17000 85000 0.025
GE-16ES GE-16ES 16 30 14 21200 106000 0.041
GE-160ES GE-160ES 160 230 105 1360000 6800000 14
GE-17ES GE-17ES 17 30 14 21200 106000 0.041
GE-180ES GE-180ES 180 260 105 1530000 7650000 18.5
GE-20ES GE-20ES 20 35 16 30000 146000 0.061
GE-200ES GE-200ES 200 290 130 2120000 10600000 28
GE-220ES GE-220ES 220 320 135 2320000 11600000 35.51
GE-240ES GE-240ES 240 340 140 2550000 12700000 39.91
GE-25ES GE-25ES 25 42 20 48000 240000 0.11
GE-260ES GE-260ES 260 370 150 3030000 15190000 51.54
GE-280ES GE-280ES 280 400 155 3570000 17850000 65.06
GE-30ES GE-30ES 30 47 22 62000 310000 0.14
GE-300ES GE-300ES 300 430 165 3800000 19100000 78.07
GE-35ES GE-35ES 35 55 25 80000 400000 0.22
GE-40ES GE-40ES 40 62 28 100000 500000 0.3
GE-45ES GE-45ES 45 68 32 127000 640000 0.41
GE-50ES GE-50ES 50 75 35 156000 780000 0.53
GE-55ES GE-55ES 55 85 40 200000 1000000 0.94
GE-60ES GE-60ES 60 90 44 245000 1220000 1
GE-70ES GE-70ES 70 105 49 315000 1560000 1.5
GE-80ES GE-80ES 80 120 55 400000 2000000 2.2
GE-90ES GE-90ES 90 130 60 490000 2450000 2.7
GE-10E GE-10E 10 19 9 8150 40500 0.011
GE-12E GE-12E 12 22 10 10800 54000 0.016
GE-5E GE-5E 5 14 6 3400 17000 0.005
GE-6E GE-6E 6 14 6 3400 17000 0.004
GE-8E GE-8E 8 16 8 5500 27500 0.007
GSSL60 GSSL60 60 105 63 336000 1680000 2.082
GSSL70 GSSL70 70 120 70 435000 2173000 2.942

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