Effect of Thrust Load and Rotation Speed on Wear Loss in PPS Race - PTFE Retainer Hybrid Polymer Thrust Bearings under Dry Contact

Abstract

In order to establish an optimal material combination for the production of polymer thrust bearings, two types of components: retainer and PPS races - PPS retainer were tested by rolling contact fatigue (RCF). The wear properties of both bearing types were investigated and a relationship between thrust load, rotation speed and wear loss was established. It is concluded that by using a PTFE retainer, it is possible to improve the