{"product_id":"4pcs-f8-16m-axial-ball-thrust-bearings-8x16x5mm-3d-printer","title":"4pcs F8-16M Axial Thrust Bearings 8x16x5mm for 3D Printers","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003e4-Pack F8-16M Miniature Planar Thrust Bearings – Precision 8×16×5mm Steel Bearings for 3D Printers \u0026amp; More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your V-Core 3 or other 3D printer build with these high-quality \u003cstrong\u003eF8-16M axial ball thrust bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered from durable steel with a fine surface roughness of Ra 0.4, these miniature planar bearings deliver smooth, low-friction rotational movement — making them ideal for demanding applications where precision and reliability matter most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis convenient \u003cstrong\u003e4-piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures you have spares on hand for maintenance, upgrades, or multi-axis builds. Whether you're assembling a new CoreXY printer or replacing worn components, these bearings slot right in with their standard \u003cstrong\u003e8mm bore × 16mm outer diameter × 5mm height\u003c\/strong\u003e profile (Model: F8-16M).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e F8-16M | Dimensions: 8 × 16 × 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-grade steel for durability and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Roughness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ra 0.4 for smooth, low-friction axial load handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAxial Ball Thrust Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles axial (thrust) loads efficiently in compact spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack of 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great value — stock up for builds, repairs, or replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e V-Core 3 and many other 3D printer frames requiring F8-16M bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e KANDE BEARINGS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF8-16M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 × 16 × 5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Roughness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRa 0.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiniature Planar Axial Ball Thrust Bearing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 × F8-16M Miniature Axial Ball Thrust Bearings (8×16×5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/10pcs-durable-gold-blade-nut-metal-universal-trimmer-accessories-anti-loosening-line-left-hand-thread-replacement-parts-1\"\u003e10pcs Durable Gold Blade Nut Metal Universal Trimmer Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/stainless-steel-self-tapping-screws-m2-2-m4-8-phillips-wood-hinge\"\u003e10PCS Stainless Steel Self-Tapping Screws M2.2–M4.8 Phillips\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/10pcs-2-pin-quick-splice-spring-wire-connectors-lock-terminals\"\u003e10pcs 2-Pin Spring Wire Connectors – Quick Splice Lock Terminals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/personal-protective-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on personal protective equipment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What 3D printers are these F8-16M thrust bearings compatible with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: These F8-16M axial ball thrust bearings are specifically referenced for the V-Core 3 3D printer, but they are compatible with any printer or mechanical application requiring a standard 8×16×5mm miniature planar thrust bearing. Always verify the bearing model number against your printer's BOM (bill of materials) before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Are these sold as a set, and how many bearings do I receive?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes — each purchase includes a set of \u003cstrong\u003e4 F8-16M thrust bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you enough for a full build or replacements for future maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What material are these bearings made from, and how durable are they?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: These bearings are manufactured from high-grade steel with a surface roughness of Ra 0.4, ensuring precise, smooth axial load performance and long-lasting durability under regular 3D printer operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between a thrust bearing and a radial bearing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A thrust (axial) bearing like the F8-16M is designed to handle loads that are parallel to the shaft axis, making it ideal for applications like lead screw assemblies and Z-axis mechanisms in 3D printers. 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