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6230/C3VL2071 Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings

6230/C3VL2071 Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings

Long-Life & Durable 6230/C3VL2071 - Global Shipping Available

$ 557 /Each
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  • Inventory: In stock
  • Country of Origin: China
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Product Parameters

  • Model 6230/C3VL2071
  • Equivalent Interchange 6230/C3VL2071 (SKF); 6230-J20C-C3 (FAG);
  • Product Category Electrically Insulated Ball Bearings
  • Coating Suffix VL2071
  • Insulating Coating Types Inner ring insulation coating
  • Manufacturers TFL
  • Bore Diameter 150.0 mm
  • Outside Diameter 270.0 mm
  • Width 45.0 mm
  • Net Weight 9.82kg
  • Basic Dynamic Load Rating 186.0 kN
  • Basic Static Load Rating 166.0 kN
  • Reference Speed 5000.0 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 C3
  • ROHS Compliant
  • REACH Compliant

6230/C3VL2071 Equivalent Interchange Brands

TFL 6230/C3VL2071 is a 100% equivalent and direct replacement for large-size insulated bearings from SKF and FAG in terms of mechanical dimensions (150x270x45mm), standard pressed steel cage structure, C3 clearance, and VL2071 inner-ring standards. All bearings undergo strict voltage resistance and insulation resistance testing before dispatch. Customers can achieve direct replacement without changing the original motor shaft or end-shields.

SKF FAG
6230/C3VL2071 6230-J20C-C3

Why Choose TFL?

Supplying technically challenging inner-ring insulated bearings with a 150mm bore (controlling bore-coating adhesion and tolerances is far more complex than on the outer ring) is a test of premium supply chains and quality management. Relying on a robust premium power transmission supply chain network and a strict quality control system, TFL provides high-quality products that deeply integrate advanced coating processes with precision mechanical standards. We not only provide high-reliability anti-erosion solutions rivaling top global brands but also offer professional technical support from our engineering team for selection and diagnostics. With rapid-response stock availability and No MOQ, TFL is dedicated to helping global clients eliminate lead-time risks on large specialized parts, achieving significant cost optimization.

TFL inner ring insulated bearing 6230/C3VL2071, alternative to SKF/FAG

Features of 6230/C3VL2071

Common Applications of Electrically Insulated Bearings

TFL 6230/C3VL2071 inner-ring insulated bearings are developed for VFD equipment where “the outer ring is strictly prohibited from being insulated,” while facing significant temperature rises and VFD leakage currents. Typical applications encompass rail transit and large AC traction motors requiring absolute stator grounding, metallurgical exhaust fans with tight cooling jackets, and high-precision split-housing centrifugal compressors. Its standard steel cage ensures smooth medium-to-high speed runs, providing a long-lasting electrical isolation barrier without altering housing dimensions.

The picture shows two inner ring coating bearings for motor, and the traction motor on the train.

Railway Traction Motors

In AC traction systems for heavy-haul locomotives by Alstom or CRRC, to meet strict grounding and shielding designs, the bearing’s outer ring must maintain direct bare-metal contact with the housing for grounding, making standard outer-ring coatings prohibited. The TFL 6230/C3VL2071 inner-ring insulated bearing utilizes its VL2071 bore coating to intercept high-frequency leakage currents directly at the rotor source. Its pressed steel cage delivers exceptionally low rotational friction, making it ideal for continuous smooth running at medium-to-high speeds. The C3 clearance reserves ample anti-seizure buffer for high thermal expansion, acting as a highly recommended anti-erosion solution for locomotive overhauls.

heavy duty centrifugal fans and inner ring coating insulated bearings

Heavy Water-Cooled Exhaust Fans in Metallurgy

In large heavy-duty centrifugal exhaust fans used in steel mills (e.g., Howden systems), extreme exhaust heat conducts along the rotor shaft. For forced cooling, housings are equipped with tight water-cooling jackets requiring an extreme interference fit with the bearing's outer ring for heat transfer. Under such assembly, a fragile outer-ring coating would be scraped off or act as a thermal barrier. TFL 6230/C3VL2071 perfectly bypasses outer-ring mechanical limits using its inner-ring VL2071 coating. Concurrently, its C3 clearance resolves the extreme differential thermal expansion caused by internal heat (shaft) and external cooling (jacket), thoroughly curing inverter-induced electrical erosion damage without interfering with the original heat-dissipation structure.

inner ring coating bearings for centrifugal compressor

Split-Housing High-Pressure Compressors

For large multi-stage centrifugal compressors by Atlas Copco or MAN Energy Solutions used in chemical air separation units, the housing often adopts a “top-bottom split” design to facilitate the lifting of large-shaft rotors. This structure demands absolute outer-ring conformance to the bore to ensure micron-level concentricity. TFL 6230/C3VL2071 resolves this mechanical assembly contradiction with its inner-ring insulation. Without altering the original precision housing assembly processes, it isolates high-frequency VFD currents right at the rotor shaft, while its standard pressed steel cage ensures minimal running resistance and energy consumption under high-speed operations.

*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

How does the VFD carrier frequency (e.g., increasing from 2 kHz to 8 kHz or 16 kHz) affect bearing electrical erosion? How does the TFL 6230/C3VL2071 address this change?

Higher carrier frequencies in VFDs result in quieter motor operation, but they also multiply the number of high-frequency switching transitions (dv/dt changes) per second. This dramatically increases the charging/discharging cycles of the bearing's oil-film capacitance, skyrocketing the energy of high-frequency induced leakage currents and accelerating standard bearing grease carbonization and fluting failures. The TFL 6230/C3VL2071 utilizes a dense, solid alumina physical medium with exceptionally low parasitic capacitance. It completely blocks these high-frequency leakage paths that multiply with carrier frequency, ensuring that the machine's electrical safety remains unaffected by VFD parameter adjustments.

If I use the TFL 6230/C3VL2071 insulated bearing on the Non-Drive End (NDE) and install a Shaft Grounding Ring (SGR) on the Drive End (DE), will this direct the VFD shaft currents toward the downstream coupled gearbox?

On the contrary, this configuration perfectly protects downstream coupled equipment. When using a shaft grounding ring alone, once the carbon brush wears out or gets contaminated with oil, bearings still suffer from erosion, and the shaft voltage may propagate to the coupling. By using the 6230/C3VL2071 on the NDE to completely cut off that path while equipping an SGR on the DE, the entire motor shaft system is forced into a planned, safe unidirectional grounding path. Shaft voltages and high-frequency induced currents are compelled to discharge through the SGR to the ground; they will never puncture the 3000V insulated NDE bearing, nor can they break through the system's dielectric isolation to flow toward downstream gearboxes, pump bodies, or encoders.

Our VFD equipment operates in tropical or offshore high-humidity environments, where condensation and water accumulation inside the equipment are highly prone to occur during shutdown. Will this cause a short circuit or failure in the inner-ring insulation of the TFL 6230/C3VL2071?

No. In highly humid and condensing environments during equipment shutdown, moisture may indeed form a water film in the tiny clearances between the bearing bore and the shaft journal surface, potentially causing a transient drop in resistance. However, before leaving the factory, the TFL coating's surface is treated with a highly hydrophobic, specially modified epoxy sealant. This completely prevents water molecules from penetrating the ceramic micro-pores, and any surface water film evaporates rapidly as the bearing slightly warms up. As long as the anti-condensation heaters operate properly or the equipment restarts, the high insulation resistance of 50–200 MΩ recovers immediately, with zero risk of permanent short circuits or coating degradation due to condensation.
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