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HK081310 Needle Roller Bearing 8×13×10 mm — open drawn cup design requires external lubrication, compact radial section with bearing steel construction for gearboxes and electric motors.
Multi-brand authorized coverage — Source your HK081310 needle roller bearing alongside other major international brands in a single consolidated shipment.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Designation | HK081310 |
| Bearing Type | Needle Roller Bearing |
| Bore Diameter (d) | 8 mm |
| Outside Diameter (D) | 13 mm |
| Width (B) | 10 mm |
| Load Direction | Radial |
| Material | Bearing Steel |
| Seal or Shield Type | Open |
| Style | Drawn Cup, Without Inner Ring |
| Origin | Multiple authorized origins available |
| Industry | Typical Applications |
|---|---|
| Automotive | Transmission shafts and planetary gear clusters |
| Industrial Machinery | Compact gearboxes and electric motor rotor supports |
| Agricultural Machinery | PTO driveline joints and compact linear actuators |
Matching only the base designation ignores critical internal geometry and cage material differences.
I transitioned into trading after working in quality inspection, where I witnessed a production line halt because an incorrectly caged HK081310 suffered early fracture under high-vibration conditions. Procurement teams often focus solely on the 8x13x10mm dimensions, overlooking that a mismatched cage material or incorrect clearance class will cause thermal binding or catastrophic cage failure in the field . When cross-referencing, verifying the exact internal design is just as crucial as the outer dimensions.
The extremely thin cross-section of this component allows it to handle substantial radial loads within severely restricted spatial envelopes. We ensure every HK081310 needle roller bearing we supply is cross-referenced not just by size, but by verifying the cage design and clearance against your specific operational loads. This prevents the common field failures associated with generic substitutions that ignore application-specific internal geometry.
Radial loads in compact gearboxes often combine with high-frequency vibrations that challenge standard cage designs. Because this is an open design, it relies entirely on the host housing for lubrication, making the cleanliness and viscosity of the external oil or grease supply critical . Furthermore, the absence of an inner ring means the shaft itself acts as the raceway, demanding precise shaft hardness and surface finish to prevent premature spalling under dynamic thermal expansion.
The drawn cup outer ring provides a lightweight yet rigid housing that requires a precise interference fit during installation to prevent creep. Since it operates without an inner ring, the rolling elements contact the shaft directly, which necessitates through-hardening or induction hardening of the journal surface. The open structure facilitates excellent heat dissipation and allows for continuous oil flow in splash-lubricated gearboxes, but it also leaves the internal components exposed to particulate contamination if the housing seals fail.
Substituting a component with the wrong cage material or clearance class inevitably leads to unplanned downtime and severe secondary damage to the surrounding gearbox housing. According to failure analysis frameworks, a significant share of premature failures stems from inadequate thermal clearance compensation rather than material fatigue . Such catastrophic damage not only voids equipment warranties but also forces expensive emergency overhauls that disrupt entire production schedules.
We maintain authorized distribution agreements across all major international brands, allowing you to consolidate mixed-brand requirements into one traceable order. Our cross-reference protocol specifically checks cage material and clearance suffixes, preventing the exact mismatch that caused the high-vibration cage fracture I investigated years ago. Every batch is backed by manufacturer-level traceability, ensuring the internal geometry perfectly matches the OEM specification rather than just the basic outer dimensions.
Share your specific radial load profiles, operating speeds, and thermal conditions so our engineering team can validate the internal clearance and cage suitability. If you are replacing an existing component, provide the OEM equipment number or the exact dimensions of the shaft and housing bore for a comprehensive cross-reference review. This technical validation ensures the selected configuration aligns perfectly with your operational environment.
Q: Why must clearance and cage material be verified alongside the base designation?
A: The base number only defines the outer envelope. Internal clearance dictates thermal expansion compensation, while cage material determines vibration resistance. Overlooking these parameters during cross-referencing frequently results in thermal binding or cage fracture under load.
Q: How do I verify the authenticity of the supplied components?
A: We provide full batch traceability documentation and a Certificate of Conformity. You can also scan the packaging QR codes using the respective brand's official mobile application to instantly verify the origin and rule out counterfeit products with cloned labels.
Q: What are the shaft requirements since this design lacks an inner ring?
A: The shaft journal acts directly as the inner raceway. It must be through-hardened or induction-hardened to the appropriate metallurgical specification and ground to a precise surface finish to support the rolling elements without premature spalling.
Q: How should lubrication be managed for this open structure?
A: The open design relies entirely on the housing's lubrication system. Ensure the gearbox oil or grease is clean, correctly graded for the operating speed, and that housing seals are intact to prevent particulate contamination from entering the rolling contact zone.
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