Axial Thrust Bearing

The axial thrust bearing has three components. Two end caps and an inner bearing assembly.

pillow_block printed part

Assemble the axial thrust bearing into the pillow_block as shown

Make sure that the thrust bearing is fully inserted into the printed part. The top ring of the thrust bearing should be flush with the top of the pillow_block.

If desired, you may add a drop of light oil to the inner bearing assembly of the thrust bearing

Set the pillow block assembly aside until Step 17