Bearing shields and seals
Ball and roller bearings are available with different types of shields and seals. These are commonly referred to as closures. Closures can extend bearing life by preventing contaminants from...
View ArticleThrust Bearings
Thrust bearings have rolling elements which primarily support the axial loads of rotating devices. Several styles of bearings are available in thrust configurations. Whereas radial-load bearings locate...
View ArticleSelf-aligning ball bearing
Self-aligning ball bearing this type of ball bearing is recommended when alignment of the shaft and housing is difficult and the shaft may flex. The outer ring has a spherical raceway and its center...
View ArticleAngular contact bearings
Angular contact bearings An angular contact ball bearing uses axially asymmetric races. An axial load passes in a straight line through the bearing, whereas a radial load takes an oblique path that...
View ArticleFour-Point-Contact Ball Bearing
four-point-contact ball bearing The four-point-contact ball bearing is a single row angular contact bearings designed to handle two-directional axial loading. These bearings require a minimum amount...
View ArticleFlange Mounted Bearings
Flange mounted bearings are used when the shaft axis is perpendicular to the bearing mounting surface. They incorporate a sealed bearing that is preassembled into a flanged housing. The housing...
View ArticleBEARING CLEARANCE
BEARING CLEARANCE Radial Internal Clearance The radial internal clearance of a ball bearing affects life, noise, vibration and heat generation. It is important to select the appropriate internal...
View ArticleROLLER BEARINGS VS BALL BEARINGS – THE MAJOR DIFFERENCES
Have you ever wondered what the difference was between roller bearings and ball bearings? At first glance they may not seem all that different. However, these seemingly similar style bearings have...
View ArticleCage Types And Designs Of Bearings
This technical file offers a summary of cages for anti-friction bearings which are on FAGs standard production program. It also shows classification of standard cages to their bearing series, rows and...
View ArticleWHY FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAIL?
Wheel bearings come in a variety of designs. Many early designs, were made to be serviceable. Today most are either bolt-in or integral in design. Neither requires routine maintenance, but when they...
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