563 Bower

The 563 Bower is the outer ring of a single-row tapered roller bearing designed to be combined with a separate cone (the cage with rolling elements) to create a complete bearing. Its conical raceways and roller elements enable it to absorb radial and axial forces in one direction. The greater the angle between the outer ring and the center line of the bearing, the greater the axial load capacity. The design prevents sliding movements, minimizing wear, though a minimum load is required for proper operation. Separable cone and cup make for easy mounting, and axial clearance or preload can be adjusted during assembly. For reliable operation, replace the cone and cup together, preferably from the same manufacturer to avoid potential bearing problems. Always pair the 563 Bower with a matching cone from the same manufacturer.