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Part 1-How to select the right bearing for your application?

2019-07-11

Rolling element bearings are available in a variety of types, configurations, and sizes. When selecting the correct bearing for your application, it is important to take these factors below into consideration.

 Operating conditions and operating environment

1) Function and construction of components to house bearings

2) Bearing mounting location

3) Bearing load (direction and magnitude)

4) Rotational speed

5) Vibration and shock load

6) Bearing temperature (Ambient temperature/temperature rise)

7) Operating environment (potential for corrosion, degree of contamination, extent of lubrication)

Bearing type and configuration

1) Dimensional limitations

2) Bearing load (magnitude, direction, vibration, presence of shock load)

3) Rotational speed

4) Bearing tolerances

5) Rigidity

6) Allowable misalignment of inner/outer rings

7) Friction torque

8) Bearing arrangement (fixed side, floating side)