Product Description
Bearing ass'y
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What equipment types is the HP-533 bearing assembly designed for?
A: The HP-533 is a bearing assembly engineered for forklift load wheel, steer wheel, and pivot positions. This bearing is compatible with electric forklifts from Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, Hyster, Jungheinrich, and equivalent OEM manufacturers. Verify bearing bore, outer diameter, and width specifications match your equipment before ordering.
Q: What material specifications define the HP-533 bearing assembly?
A: The HP-533 features precision ground bearing races constructed from high-carbon chromium steel (AISI 52100 or equivalent), hardened precision ground steel balls, and a steel or stainless cage. The bearing is pre-lubricated and coated with an oil-protective finish to resist corrosion in indoor warehouses, outdoor yards, and refrigerated environments.
Q: How does the HP-533 perform in cold storage and wet floor applications?
A: The HP-533 is suitable for cold storage and wet floor operations. The oil-protective finish resists corrosion from moisture and salt exposure. In cold storage, inspect the bearing more frequently, every 500 to 1000 operating hours, for grease breakdown or discoloration. In wet environments, plan for bearing replacement every 3000 to 4000 hours versus 4000 to 6000 hours in dry indoor operations.
Q: What is the typical service life of the HP-533 bearing assembly?
A: Under normal electric forklift operating conditions, the HP-533 typically lasts 4000 to 6000 operating hours. Heavier loads, aggressive driving, or operation on rough floors will shorten bearing life. Replace the bearing if you observe noise, vibration, wheel wobble, steering resistance, or visible corrosion.
Q: What bearing failure symptoms should trigger HP-533 replacement?
A: Replace the HP-533 if you notice squeaking or grinding noise, visible wheel wobble, increased steering stiffness, resistance to manual wheel rotation, rust discoloration on the bearing exterior, or grease leakage. Continued operation with a failed bearing risks damage to load wheels and steering assemblies, affecting equipment safety and control.
Q: Is the HP-533 a direct replacement for OEM forklift bearings?
A: Yes, the HP-533 is engineered as an OEM-equivalent replacement bearing. Confirm bore diameter, outer diameter, width, and load rating match your original forklift bearing specification. Many forklift manufacturers use the same bearing across multiple models, so verify compatibility using your equipment serial number and bearing part number before ordering.