Bunting BB-16 is a self-lubricating, powdered metal bearing material typically used for heavily loaded applications. This bearing material has excellent compressive strength, wearability and is shock resistant.
This bearing is heat treated to a spec of HRB 70 min. and oil impregnated with an extreme pressure oil.
Typical Uses:
· Off-road equipment
· Backhoes, graders, and earth-moving equipment
· Escalators
· Automotive and railroad applications
· Heavily loaded applications
Typical Properties:
Copper: 18.00 – 22.00%
Iron: 75.10 – 81.40%
Carbon: 0.60 – 1.00%
Total Other Elements (max.): 0.00 – 2.00
Physical and Mechanical Properties:
Density (gm per cu. cm): 6.0 -6.5
Porosity (% oil by vol.): 18.0 min.
“K” Strength Constant: 62,000 psi
Elongation (% in one inch): 0.1
Tensile Strength (psi): 55,000
Yield Strength in Comp. (psi): 50,000
Apparent Hardness (Rockwell B): 70 min.
Particle Hardness (Rockwell C): 55
Recommended Shaft Hardness: Rc-60
