By Christine Berlly Encoders are used in such a wide array of equipment that they can be found almost anywhere. These include oil rig platforms in the North Sea, mining equipment in Africa and the International Space Station in orbit above the … [Read more...] about AST: Bearings in encoders: Part IV- Environmental Specifications
Ball Bearings
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Stocking up on specialist bearings
Specialist supplier of miniature bearings, SMB Bearings, has introduced a new range of 316 grade stainless steel ball bearings to its catalogue. The 316 bearing variety has been specially selected for customers with applications operating in harsh … [Read more...] about Stocking up on specialist bearings
KUSE X-life, linear recirculating ball bearing
The infeed zones in linear recirculating ball bearing and guideway assemblies, i.e. the area in which the rolling elements are guided into the load carrying element until the load is fully applied, are critical factors for life-limited components. … [Read more...] about KUSE X-life, linear recirculating ball bearing
igus’ self-lubricating, maintenance free ball bearings
For control systems on automobiles and other applications where space and weight restrictions can be problematic, new thin xiros ball bearings from igus are available in accordance with DIN 625 for rotary controls. The xiros 67 and 68 thin ring … [Read more...] about igus’ self-lubricating, maintenance free ball bearings
Ceramic hybrid radial bearing line
The Boca Bearing Company has announced a new ceramic hybrid radial bearing line for Radio Control applications, the Boca Bearing’s RC Go series. With the introduction of the new RC Go series, Boca Bearing Company hopes to introduce a new generation … [Read more...] about Ceramic hybrid radial bearing line
Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing Bearings
Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing bearings represent an advancement in linear bearing technology. These patented and universally self-aligning bearings last up to 50% longer when used with Thomson 60 Case shafting. This leads to significant reductions … [Read more...] about Thomson Super Smart Ball Bushing Bearings
Radial Ball Bearings: Fitting and Mounting Considerations from AST
By Christine Berlly Selecting the proper shaft and housing fit is critical in optimizing a radial ball bearing’s performance and life, and this post will look at some key considerations in the area. A bearing can only perform to its full … [Read more...] about Radial Ball Bearings: Fitting and Mounting Considerations from AST
Timken ball bearings are out of this world
The Hubble Telescope need many crucial repairs back in 2009 before returning to active dutey. A mini power tool, using Timken precision ball bearings, was used by astronauts to unfasten dozens of screws and replace circuit boards on the telescope’s … [Read more...] about Timken ball bearings are out of this world
Ultra-high speed angular contact ball bearing
NSK has announced that it has developed an ultra high-speed angular contact ball bearing using the new SURSAVE cage, which can be applied to the NSKROBUST series of ultra-high speed angular contact bearings for the main spindle of machine … [Read more...] about Ultra-high speed angular contact ball bearing
Angular contact ball bearing arrangements from SKF
The MRC PumPac series of angular contact ball bearing arrangements from SKF integrate internal designs and uniquely engineered contact angles to reduce operating temperatures and vibration while helping to prevent ball sliding and shuttling in pump … [Read more...] about Angular contact ball bearing arrangements from SKF