The self-aligning bearing comprises two pressure plates.

Together with the load cell, the pressure plates form a self-centering unit. This allows the top plate, and thus the load bearing implement, to accommodate horizontal displacements (e.g. due to temperature fluctuations). The design of the self-aligning bearing creates a restoring force which is dependent on the size of the displacement and the applied load.

If the load bearing implement is displaced by more than value s (see dimensional drawing table) in the horizontal direction, measures for restricting sideways play (e.g. stops) must be provided in the construction of the load bearing implement. Lifting of the load bearing implement must be prevented by suitable measures provided in the construction of the load bearing implement.

The load cell is not included in the scope of delivery of the self-aligning bearing.

Heavy load versions

Suitable mounting units are also available for heavy load cells with 350 and 500 t (344.47 and 492.10 tn. l.) rated loads. These are also designed as self-centering, self-aligning bearings.