GE5C Spherical Plain Bearing - 5x14x6mm
Self-lubricating GE..C type spherical plain bearing designed specifically for the automobile industry and mechanical applications requiring radial load capacity with angular deflection.
Product Overview
The GE5C radial spherical plain bearing is a specialized sliding bearing that combines rotational flexibility with radial load-bearing capacity. This innovative design is ideal for mechanical systems requiring simultaneous handling of radial loads and angular deflection.
Material Specifications
Outer Ring: Features spherical inner surface with inner spherical structure
Inner Ring: Spherical outer surface embedded with self-lubricating composite material (steel/sintered copper + PTFE)
Bearing
number |
Dimensions mm |
Load ratings kN |
Weight
≈kg |
| d |
D |
B |
C |
dk |
rs
min |
r1s
min |
α˚
≈ |
Dynamic |
Static |
| GE4C |
4 |
12 |
5 |
3 |
8 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
16 |
2.1 |
5.4 |
0.003 |
| GE5C |
5 |
14 |
6 |
4 |
10 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
13 |
3.6 |
9.1 |
0.005 |
| GE6C |
6 |
14 |
6 |
4 |
10 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
13 |
3.6 |
9.1 |
0.004 |
| GE8C |
8 |
16 |
8 |
5 |
13 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
15 |
5.8 |
14 |
0.007 |
| GE10C |
10 |
19 |
9 |
6 |
16 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
12 |
8.6 |
21 |
0.011 |
| GE12C |
12 |
22 |
10 |
7 |
18 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
10 |
11 |
28 |
0.017 |
| GE15C |
15 |
26 |
12 |
9 |
22 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
8 |
18 |
45 |
0.026 |
| GE17C |
17 |
30 |
14 |
10 |
25 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
10 |
22 |
56 |
0.040 |
| GE20C |
20 |
35 |
16 |
12 |
29 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
9 |
31 |
78 |
0.064 |
| GE25C |
25 |
42 |
20 |
16 |
35.5 |
0.6 |
0.6 |
7 |
51 |
127 |
0.115 |
| GE30C |
30 |
47 |
22 |
18 |
40.7 |
0.6 |
0.6 |
6 |
65 |
166 |
0.149 |
| GE35C |
35 |
55 |
25 |
20 |
47 |
0.6 |
1 |
6 |
84 |
211 |
0.228 |
| GE40C |
40 |
62 |
28 |
22 |
53 |
0.6 |
1 |
7 |
104 |
262 |
0.318 |
| GE45C |
45 |
68 |
32 |
25 |
60 |
0.6 |
1 |
7 |
135 |
337 |
0.421 |
| GE50C |
50 |
75 |
35 |
28 |
66 |
0.6 |
1 |
6 |
166 |
415 |
0.562 |
| |
| GEG4C |
4 |
14 |
7 |
4 |
10 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
20 |
3.6 |
9.1 |
0.005 |
| GEG5C |
5 |
16 |
9 |
5 |
13 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
21 |
5.8 |
14 |
0.008 |
| GEG6C |
6 |
16 |
9 |
5 |
13 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
21 |
5.8 |
14 |
0.006 |
| GEG8C |
8 |
19 |
11 |
6 |
16 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
21 |
8.6 |
21 |
0.014 |
| GEG10C |
10 |
22 |
12 |
7 |
18 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
18 |
11 |
28 |
0.021 |
| GEG12C |
12 |
26 |
15 |
9 |
22 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
18 |
18 |
45 |
0.033 |
| GEG15C |
15 |
30 |
16 |
10 |
25 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
16 |
22 |
56 |
0.049 |
| GEG17C |
17 |
35 |
20 |
12 |
29 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
19 |
31 |
78 |
0.083 |
| GEG20C |
20 |
42 |
25 |
16 |
35.5 |
0.3 |
0.3 |
17 |
51 |
127 |
0.153 |
| GEG25C |
25 |
47 |
28 |
18 |
40.7 |
0.6 |
0.6 |
17 |
65 |
166 |
0.203 |
| GEG30C |
30 |
55 |
32 |
20 |
47 |
0.6 |
1 |
17 |
84 |
211 |
0.304 |
| GEG35C |
35 |
62 |
35 |
22 |
53 |
0.6 |
1 |
16 |
104 |
262 |
0.408 |
| GEG40C |
40 |
68 |
40 |
25 |
60 |
0.6 |
1 |
17 |
135 |
337 |
0.542 |
| GEG45C |
45 |
75 |
43 |
28 |
66 |
0.6 |
1 |
15 |
166 |
415 |
0.713 |
GE..C is equivalent to GE..UK INA, GEG..C is equivalent to GE..FW INA and GEH..C SKF.
Key Product Features
- Capable of withstanding radial, axial, or combined loads
- Supports tilting motion within specific angle range (centering function) to compensate for installation errors
- No additional lubrication required - maintenance-free operation
- Low friction, high wearing resistance, and extended service life
Application Information
Where is the GE5C Bearing Used?
Widely used in mechanical systems requiring simultaneous bearing of radial loads and angular deviations, including Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Industry, Construction Machinery, Aerospace, and related applications.
Why Choose Spherical Plain Bearings?
Spherical plain bearings can simultaneously bear radial loads and accommodate angular deflection in mechanical systems, providing flexibility where traditional bearings may fail.
How to Choose the Correct Bearing Size?
Select according to inner diameter, which determines the shaft diameter where the bearing will be installed.
Installation Instructions
- Lubrication: Inject lubricating grease or oil into the lubrication groove to ensure coverage of the rolling surface
- Inner Ring Tight Fit: Use a sleeve to press into the shaft and apply even force to avoid tilting
- Outer Ring Loose Fit: Directly press into the seat hole, adding a copper rod to disperse impact force when hammering
Purchasing Guide
- Load Bearing Capacity: Different bearing types vary significantly in radial and axial load capabilities
- Swing Angle: Some models allow larger deflection angles for applications requiring substantial angular movement
- Material Selection: Inner and outer ring materials directly affect wear resistance and service life
- Lubrication Method: Pre-lubrication designs or regular lubrication requirements impact maintenance cycles