A 1638 2RS bearing is a sealed single-row ball bearing made to ABEC 3 precision standards. The 1638 2RS is sealed on both sides with rubber seals. This sealed ball bearing maintains internal lubrication with Mobil Polyrex EM grease and remains clean for a longer period of time, thereby increasing the lifetime of the bearing. The 1638 bearing also lasts longer because the balls in the races more equally share the load; each ball is made to a high-precision standard, which means they are more uniform and likely to be in contact with the races. The 1638-2RS deep-groove ball bearing is one of the most versatile ball bearings, with the ability to carry a dynamic load of 2270 lbs and a static load of 1290 lbs. The finely honed and high-strength steel retainer provides low noise and vibration, and it is factory tested prior to shipment for consistent quality.
