Mounting accessories covered in this standard are used for the location or fixing of ball and roller bearings to the shaft of a machine or mechanism. The purpose of the standard is to establish dimensions and minimum physical properties of these components consistent and compatible with ABMA, ANSI and ISO standards relating to ball and roller bearings. Products manufactured in accordance with this standard will fulfill the expected function when used with properly-designed shafts. This standard covers

Locknuts and Removal Nuts — Locknuts and removal nuts for ball bearings and cylindrical, spherical, and tapered roller bearings.

Locking Devices — Lockwashers and locking clamps for ball bearings and cylindrical, spherical, and tapered roller bearings.

Mounting Sleeves — Adapter sleeves and withdrawal sleeves for ball bearings and spherical roller bearings.

Shaft Dimensions — Recommended dimensions for threads, keyways, and reliefs for shafts.

General Information — Symbols, definitions, part numbers, materials, tolerances, and threads.