
Plain Spherical Bearing Radial and Axial Clearance Measurement
STANDARD published on 1.9.2026
Designation standards: SAE ARP5448/8B
Publication date standards: 1.9.2026
Country: American technical standard
Category: Technical standards SAE
This test method provides a guidance for determining the total free play between the ball and outer ring of a spherical bearing when measured in both the radial and axial directions. Bearings covered by this test method include all plain spherical-type bearings, both self-lubricated (lined) and metal-to-metal.
SUBFILE: Aerospace
TYPE OF DOCUMENT: Aerospace Standard