Needle Roller Cage KT162220C3 Single Unit 16 mm ID 22 mm OD 20 mm Width High Carbon Steel C3 Diameter Tolerance for Linear Slide Units Sealed Bearing Assemblies

Single needle roller cage 16x22x20 mm KT162220C3
✔️ Single unit; 16 mm ID, 22 mm OD, 20 mm width; C3 tolerance

This single needle roller cage is a high-carbon steel internal cage designed to guide rollers and reduce friction in compact linear slide units, sealed bearing assemblies, gearboxes, and power tools.

✅ Model: KT162220C3, KT Series
✅ Inner diameter (ID): 16 mm
✅ Outer diameter (OD): 22 mm
✅ Width: 20 mm
✅ Material: High carbon steel cage
✅ Roller diameter tolerance: C3 (greater clearance)
✅ Dynamic load capacity: 15,900 N; Static load capacity: 18,600 N
✅ Max speed: 30,000 rpm; Temp range: -20 to 120 °C
✅ Pack size: single unit, sold each

💡 What is a needle roller cage used for in linear slide units and sealed bearing assemblies?

Needle roller cages are handy components that keep rollers spaced and aligned so bearings run smoothly under high radial loads.

- They improve load distribution and limit roller skew in sealed ball bearing setups and linear slide units for better life and performance.
- Use cases include compact gearboxes, piston pumps, automotive linkages, and compact linear guides where ceramic or steel rollers are used.
- Choosing the right cage (ID/OD/width and tolerance like C3) helps match sealed bearing assemblies and linear slide unit specs for quieter, cooler operation.