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.
SAE ARP5448/8A-2018 history
2018SAE ARP5448/8A-2018 Plain Spherical Bearing Radial and Axial Clearance Measurement
2007SAE ARP5448/8A-2007 Plain Spherical Bearing Radial and Axial Clearance Measurement