Bearing steel forging and rolling
The bearing steel forging and rolling process is a process that relies on a combination of temperature control and forging force to shape and form steel parts. This process is utilized in the manufacture of components for bearings, and it involves several stages of operations, with precise measurements and techniques used throughout.
The first step of the process is to heat the steel to the desired temperature for forging. This step is usually done in a furnace, as the temperatures reached by a furnace allow for better control and more accurate temperature readings than a forge. The temperature is then adjusted to the required temperature for forging; typically, the steel is heated to temperatures between 1100 and 1600 degrees Celsius.
Once the steel is heated to the desired temperature, a forging force is applied to shape and form the steel into the desired shape. The forging force must be precise, as the steel must fit into the exact dimensions that the bearing requires. During the application of the forging force, the temperature of the steel is continually monitored to ensure that it remains within the target range.
Once the forging process is complete, the steel is then rolled to its final shape and size. This process further forms the steel and gives it its final dimensional accuracy. During the rolling process, the steel is heated to an even higher temperature, which helps to complete the desired shape even more quickly. The rolling process is typically done using a large rolling press, which applies a sustained pressure and heat to the steel to form it into its final shape.
Finally, the formed parts are then cleaned and inspected to ensure that they meet the required dimensions and tolerances. If all of the parts meet the dimensions and tolerances, they are ready to be used in the manufacture of the bearings.
Bearing steel forging and rolling is an important process in the manufacturing of bearings, as it helps to create components that are able to withstand the high temperatures and forces that are necessary for bearing operation. By utilizing the correct temperature control and forging force, the components created from bearing steel forging and rolling are able to meet the exact dimensional requirements that the bearings need to function correctly.
