What is BS EN 3182 - Rigid ball bearings about?
BS EN 3182 is a European standard on aerospace series which covers rigid ball bearings in corrosion resisting steel cadmium plated, for control cable pulleys.
BS EN 3182 specifies the characteristics of ball bearings fitted with shields of seals, for aircraft control cable pulleys.
The pulley bearings defined in BS EN 3182 shall be used from −54 °C to 150 °C.
Who is BS EN 3182 - Rigid ball bearings for?
BS EN 3182 on rigid ball bearings is useful for: 
- Manufacturers of aerospace equipment and components
- Manufacturers and suppliers of ball bearings
Why should you use BS EN 3182 - Rigid ball bearings?
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races.
The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads. It achieves this by using at least two races to contain the balls and transmit the loads through the balls. In most applications, one race is stationary and the other is attached to the rotating assembly (e.g., a hub or shaft).
Steel has a certain resistance against corrosion. This so-called passivity is due to a thin and invisible layer of oxides being formed on the surface. This process takes place through a reaction between the metal and the oxygen in the surrounding environment.
Cadmium provides tough corrosion resistance in part because the finish is "sacrificial." That is, cadmium "sacrifices" itself to protect the metal it covers. In the face of corrosive substances, the cadmium coating will corrode before the steel or other material it is covering.
When it comes to the manufacturing and use of aerospace components, reliability and consistent performance are crucial. Hence BS EN 3182 walks you through the characteristics of ball bearings fitted with shields of seals, for aircraft control cable pulleys. This ensures safety and reliability in your organization and in turn increases the efficiency of work.
