BEARING 6902 TFT, ABEC 5, 15x28x7

With the new TFT bearing, Token has taken its popular TBT bearing and made several improvements for an even smoother experience. Yes, ceramic is great – it's extremely hard, light, and precise, but it also has limitations in real-world conditions. So, the ABEC 5 rated TFT bearing uses a stainless steel race with precision-engineered stainless steel balls. It then includes a slightly smaller silicon nitride ceramic ball (to crush any dirt or grit that finds its way in) for the best of both worlds.

The bearing seal has been extensively redesigned and now has an extremely small contact area with the inner race. This was achieved by incorporating a 0.5mm phosphide-coated K5 stainless steel strip inside the rubber seal. Less contact = less friction = a faster, more comfortable ride. The ball cage is made from heat-stabilized nylon, and Token uses high-quality Klüber lubricants to keep things rolling effortlessly from -40 °C to 130 °C. We believe that with TFT, we have found an excellent balance between strength, weight, and smoothness.

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