Press Fit 30(PF30) is based on the BB30 system and introduced in 2009. Instead of the bearings sitting inside of the frame shell directly, PF30’s bearings inserted into plastic cups that are easier to be pressed into the frame. PF30 system allows adding an integrated sealing system, which helps prolong bearing life.
With the plastic cups, PF30 bottom bracket frame shell has a diameter of 46mm (compared to a BB30 42mm) and the same width, 68mm for Road or 73mm for MTB.
PF30 system is compatible with BB30 cranks, from the outside of the frame shell, you only see a narrow plastic edge while you won’t spot it on a BB30 standard frame.
Features:
– Improved sealing structure
– Integrated seal and pre-assembled HSC ceramic bearings
– ABEC 7 standard alloy steel bearing races
– Grade 3 Si3N4 ceramic balls – highest precision in the market
– Kluber grease
– Specially designed Nylon bearing retainer for more shock absorbing and less friction
– Light touch Dual lip rubber seals for a better protection
Weight:
– 79 g
Frame requirements:
Pressfit 30 standard frame (non-thread) with shell ID 46mm, width 68, 73mm
Cranks combination:
30mm spindle cranks, such as BB30 standard cranks