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Japan NMT KDN.JHA10CL0K KDN Series Caged Needle Roller Assembly, JHA Type, CL0 Precision Radial Clearance, K Low-Friction Optimized Specification
1 Model Information & Technical Parameters
Model:KDN.JHA10CL0K
Dimensions
Matching shaft diameter d:10 mm
Performance Data
Minimum required shaft hardness ≥HRC60
Shaft raceway roughness Ra ≤0.2 μm
CL0: Precision radial clearance group
Suffix K: Low-friction optimized specification, roller end crowning & precision polishing of cage contact surface
Technical Attributes
Supply form: Needle rollers + cage assembly (without inner ring & outer ring)
Structure type: KDN.JHA medium arched window caged needle roller assembly
Axial characteristic: Pure radial load only, axial force and continuous impact load prohibited
Cage: Precision pressed steel JHA arched window cage with K friction-optimized finishing
Needle roller: End crowning treatment to reduce edge stress and sliding friction
Seal: Open design, no built-in seal
Pre-grease: None
Logistics & Industry Codes
Net weight:0.007 kg
Indicative carbon footprint:0.03 kg CO₂e
eClass code:23-05-09-01
UNSPSC code:31171506
Suffix Explanation
KDN.JHA: JHA series medium arched window caged needle roller assembly without separate inner and outer rings; shaft and housing bore act as raceway. Arched window provides higher rigidity than KAA straight window cage.
10: Suitable shaft diameter 10 mm.
CL0: Precision radial clearance grade with controllable clearance range for precision transmission.
K: Low-friction & low breakaway torque specification. Roller end crowning and optimized sliding contact between rollers and cage reduce startup resistance, ideal for frequent start-stop and low-speed micro-motion applications.
Important reminder: This model has no solid inner and outer rings. Mating shaft and housing bore must be hardened and precision ground. Insufficient hardness and surface finish will cause early pitting, raceway scoring or seizure. Only pure radial load permitted; axial load is forbidden. Open construction relies on external lubrication and housing dust protection; dry running is prohibited. Do not strike cage during assembly; pressing force shall act on cage end face. K low-friction design improves tribological performance but cannot replace adequate lubrication.
2 Structure & Operating Characteristics
Japan NMT KDN.JHA10CL0K compact arched window caged needle roller assembly. JHA arched window cage delivers higher rigidity and better deformation resistance than KAA straight window structure. CL0 precision clearance balances assembly tolerance and rotary accuracy. Equipped with K-class low-friction configuration: roller end crowning eliminates edge stress concentration; precision finishing on cage contact area reduces micro-slip and sliding friction, greatly lowering breakaway torque, suitable for frequent start-stop, low-speed small swing and micro-feed applications. Pressed arched cage separates rollers evenly to avoid mutual friction, applicable for medium-low speed precision continuous rotation and intermittent micro-motion.
Selection reference:
KDN.JHA10CL0 (standard CL0 precision clearance base model, general precision transmission)
KDN.JHA10CL0K (CL0 precision clearance + K low-friction optimization, frequent start-stop, low-speed micro-motion, low startup torque required)
KDN.KAA series: Light-duty straight window cage for extreme radial space limitation
NK/RNA series: needle roller bearings with outer ring.
3 Core Performance Advantages
1. JHA arched window cage structure with enhanced rigidity and deformation resistance, suitable for mild load fluctuation conditions.
2. CL0 precision clearance ensures stable rotary accuracy to meet positioning demands of precision transmission.
3. K low-friction optimization: roller crowning & contact surface finishing reduce breakaway torque and sliding friction loss.
4. Alleviates edge stress on rollers, restrains local pitting and extends service life under low-speed micro-motion.
5. Ringless integrated assembly facilitates lightweight and compact equipment integration.
6. Open design compatible with long-service grease lubrication and circulating oil lubrication.
4 Typical Application Fields
4.1 Precision Automation Equipment with Frequent Start-Stop
Feed pivots of servo modules, rotary hinges of miniature slides, micro-motion spindles for automation tooling
4.2 Small Precision Transmission Components
Supports for miniature servo gearboxes, small intermittent indexing mechanisms, low-resistance continuous rotary parts
4.3 Optical & Inspection Instruments
Fine-tuning spindles for vision equipment, micro-swing pivots of measuring instruments, rotary supports for optical focusing
4.4 Precision Parts for Intelligent Actuators
Rotary shafts of small electric pan-tilts, swing supports of precision valves, miniature medical transmission assemblies
5 Assembly Specifications & Usage Guidelines
5.1 Assembly Environment & Operation Standards
Maintain dust-free clean assembly area; contaminants will increase friction torque. Apply pressing force to cage end face; avoid striking cage sidewall. Manually rotate after assembly to verify smooth motion with uniform startup resistance and no jamming. Check hardness and roughness of shaft and housing raceway before assembly.
5.2 Selection Guidance
Medium-small precision transmission without special low-torque requirement → KDN.JHA10CL0
Frequent start-stop, low-speed micro-motion requiring low startup resistance → KDN.JHA10CL0K
Extremely limited radial installation space & light load → KDN.KAA series
Outer ring required for direct housing mounting → NK / RNA needle roller bearings
5.3 Lubrication Maintenance Instruction
No pre-filled lubricant upon delivery; apply grease matched for low-friction performance during assembly. Circulating oil lubrication recommended for long continuous operation. Schedule regular re-lubrication; insufficient lubrication will raise torque and accelerate wear.
5.4 Environmental Application Notes
No permanent anti-rust coating. Coat anti-rust oil and seal tightly for long-term storage. Install end covers and oil seals under dusty and humid conditions. Not recommended for heavy impact scenarios; impacts deform the cage and destroy optimized low-friction fit.
6 Fault Identification
Common failure modes: Roller edge pitting, shaft raceway scoring, cage window deformation, abnormal rise of startup torque, seizure due to insufficient lubrication. Replace complete assembly if cage distortion or roller damage occurs; repair and reuse are forbidden.