NKE Adapter Sleeves are precision-engineered components that bridge the gap between bearing inner diameters and shaft diameters. This crucial function allows for the seamless integration of bearings onto shafts of varying sizes, enhancing design flexibility and simplifying bearing installation and maintenance processes. Common applications span diverse industries, including textile machinery, paper mills, cement production facilities, and food processing equipment.

Adapter Sleeves function by providing a secure and aligned interface between the bearing and the shaft. The bearing is first secured onto the inner diameter of the sleeve, employing a press-fit or clamping method to ensure a tight and concentric fit. The adapter sleeve's outer diameter is then secured to the shaft, utilizing industry-standard methods such as keyways, locknuts, or shrink fits. This two-step approach allows for independent mounting of the bearing and the sleeve, simplifying maintenance procedures where only the bearing needs replacement.