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6228/C4VL0241 Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings

6228/C4VL0241 Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings

Anti-Erosion 6228/C4VL0241 - Your Reliable B2B Supplier

$ 525 /Each
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  • Customized Packaging: Min. Order 1 Piece
  • Inventory: In stock
  • Country of Origin: China
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Product Parameters

  • Model 6228/C4VL0241
  • Equivalent Interchange 6228/C4VL0241 (SKF); 6228-J20AB-C4 (FAG); 7MC3-6228C3 (NTN);
  • Product Category Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings
  • Coating Suffix VL0241
  • Insulating Coating Types Insulation coating on outer ring
  • Manufacturers TFL
  • Bore Diameter 140.0 mm
  • Outside Diameter 250.0 mm
  • Width 42.0 mm
  • Net Weight 7.64kg
  • Basic Dynamic Load Rating 174.0 kN
  • Basic Static Load Rating 150.0 kN
  • Reference Speed 5300.0 r/min
  • Breakdown Voltage (DC) 1000 ~3000 V
  • Layer Thickness 100~500 µm
  • Electrical Resistance 50~200 MΩ
  • Cage Material Sheet metal
  • Radial Internal Clearance C4
  • ROHS Compliant
  • REACH Compliant

6228/C4VL0241 Equivalent Interchange Brands

TFL 6228/C4VL0241 perfectly achieves direct replacement for equivalent insulated bearings from international brands like SKF and FAG in terms of dimensions (140x250x42mm), standard steel cage design, and C4 extra-large clearance standard. All delivered products pass 100% dielectric and dimensional precision testing, ensuring “plug-and-play” installation and reliable lifespan in high-heat VFD systems across paper and metallurgy industries.

SKF FAG NTN
6228/C4VL0241 6228-J20AB-C4 7MC3-6228C3

Why Choose TFL?

Focusing on the demand for high-end large-bore bearings combining a 140mm bore with C4 extra-large clearance and outer-ring insulation, TFL relies on a robust premium industrial transmission supply chain network and an ISO 9001 certified quality control system to seamlessly integrate imported temperature-controlled plasma spraying processes with precision large-bearing standards. We provide high-reliability anti-erosion products rivaling top global brands, backed by a professional engineering team for selection and diagnostic support. With rapid response and No MOQ, TFL is dedicated to helping global clients eliminate lead-time risks on large specialized parts, achieving significant cost optimization.

Features of 6228/C4VL0241

Common Applications of Electrically Insulated Bearings

TFL 6228/C4VL0241 is explicitly designed for industrial equipment facing “extreme heat coupled with strong VFD electrical discharge” but maintaining relatively smooth and steady running without severe shocks. Typical applications encompass high-temperature dryer main drive shafts in large paper machinery, main drives for metallurgical heating and continuous annealing lines, high-temperature centrifugal exhaust fans in chemical plants, and high-temp thermal circulation pumps. Its C4 extra-large clearance guarantees mechanical running margins under extreme temperature gradients, the steel cage provides excellent low wear and high energy efficiency, and the outer-ring ceramic insulation ensures high dielectric isolation within standard housing seats to protect raceways.

A large paper machinery and insulated bearings for paper machinery

Paper Machine Dryer Drives

In the dryer sections of large paper machines by Valmet and Voith, drive motors operate year-round in extremely high-temperature steam environments. Large bearings with standard C3 clearance are highly prone to seizure as thermal expansion depletes the internal clearance. TFL 6228/C4VL0241’s C4 extra-large clearance perfectly absorbs intense thermal stress conducted through the shaft. Concurrently, its 3000V outer-ring insulation entirely resolves inverter-induced electrical erosion, making it a standard solution to prevent bearing seizure and box burnouts in high-heat zones of paper mills.

steel mills and insulated bearings for motor

Metallurgy Heating & Annealing Lines

High-power VFD motors by ABB or Siemens used on steel continuous annealing and heat treatment lines are subjected to long-term high-temperature radiation at the shaft ends. Relying on its robust 140mm radial support, coupled with the anti-seizure C4 clearance design and insulated outer ring, TFL 6228/C4VL0241 completely eliminates "micro-arcing" erosion of the bearing raceways by parasitic currents. Meanwhile, the steel cage provides minimal running resistance at steady high speeds, ensuring continuous, safe production for critical metallurgical equipment under thermodynamically extreme conditions.

ID fans in cement plants utilize C4 insulated bearings to manage heat transfer from process gases.

High-Temp Exhaust & Dust Fans

In high-temperature exhaust centrifugal fans by Howden used in metallurgy and large chemical plants, massive amounts of exhaust heat conduct directly from the impeller to the non-drive end bearing position, accompanied by VFD harmonic interference. Paired with TFL 6228/C4VL0241, its C4 clearance prevents bearing seizure caused by rapid temperature changes, the steel cage provides minimal resistance at steady high speeds, and the outer-ring ceramic insulation coating blocks high-frequency shaft voltages, drastically improving the fan’s uptime.

*The brands and series mentioned are provided for industry illustration only. Final bearing selection should be confirmed through verification of dimensions, clearance class, insulation type, and operating conditions. For selection assistance or technical consultation, please contact the TFL engineering team for support.

Q&A

We have precision RTD cables and vibration probe wires near our VFD control system that frequently suffer from high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI). Will replacing the bearing with the TFL 6228/C4VL0241 help?

Yes, significantly. The electrical breakdown of standard bearings under high VFD voltages is an extremely violent micro-discharge phenomenon. This high-frequency, high-amplitude instantaneous arcing acts as a miniature radio-frequency (RF) transmitter, creating strong radio frequency interference (RFI/EMI) that easily couples into nearby sensitive low-voltage sensor cables, leading to erratic spikes in temperature and vibration readings. By installing the TFL 6228/C4VL0241 to block the shaft discharge loop, you eliminate this source of high-frequency electromagnetic pulse radiation at the source, improving the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of surrounding control and monitoring systems.

During the operation of large, heavy equipment, bearing outer rings often suffer from "fretting corrosion" due to micro-movements and unbalanced loads. Does the ceramic coating aggravate or alleviate this phenomenon?

It alleviates it significantly. Standard steel outer rings in contact with steel housing bores under micro-clearance or transition fits are highly prone to micro-wear and the formation of red iron oxide rust (fretting corrosion) under long-term alternating loads, leading to fit failure. The alumina ceramic coating on the outer ring of the TFL 6228/C4VL0241 possesses outstanding chemical stability and wear resistance, and the friction coefficient of ceramic against steel is significantly lower than steel against steel. It acts as a natural wear-resistant hard protective layer, preventing direct metal-to-metal cold welding and oxidation, thereby eliminating fretting corrosion hazards and protecting the housing bore.

My motor spindle is designed with an extremely tight interference fit (such as an m 5 m5 or n 6 n6 fit). When high-intensity expansion transmits to the outer ring, will the ceramic insulation coating crack or fail under the radial compressive stress?

Not at all. Although plasma-sprayed alumina ceramic coatings are highly vulnerable to bending or tensile stresses, their capacity to withstand radial compressive stress (pressure) is extremely powerful, with a radial compressive limit exceeding 400 MPa. On a 6228 bearing with a 140mm bore, even if the radial compressive stress generated by the active tight fit and thermal expansion of the shaft propagates to the outer ring, it remains far below the coating's compressive limit. The coating easily endures these interference forces with zero risk of crushing or cracking.
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