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BEARING ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 TYPE OF BEARING.......................................................................................................................................... 2 Cylindrical bearings ................................................................................................................................... 2 Spherical Roller Bearings .......................................................................................................................... 3 Taper Roller Bearings ................................................................................................................................ 3 Angular Contact Ball Bearings ................................................................................................................... 4 Deep Groove Ball Bearings........................................................................................................................ 5 Self-aligning ball bearings ......................................................................................................................... 5 Needle Roller Bearing ............................................................................................................................... 7 Thrust Ball Bearing .................................................................................................................................... 9 REFERANCE ................................................................................................................................................. 11

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BEARING
A bearing is a device to allow constrained relative motion between two or more parts, typically rotation or linear movement. Bearings may be classified broadly according to the motions they allow and according to their principle of operation as well as by the directions of applied loads they can handle.

TYPE OF BEARING
Cylindrical bearings
Cylindrical roller bearings have exceptionally low friction torque characteristics that make them suitable for high speed operation. They also have high radial load carrying capacity. They are typically used in machine tools, transmissions, vibration machines and as wheel set bearings for rail vehicles. The surface finish of the tracks and rolling elements is critical to the running performance and noise characteristics of these bearings. Taylor Hobson has a range of Form Talysurf systems which are suitable for measuring the surface finish characteristics of cylindrical roller bearings. Product Information

Along with general geometrical features there is also a requirement to analyses the cross sectional shape of the bearing track and rolling elements. These typically have a crowned (barrel) type shape to avoid a build of peak stresses at the edge of the bearing. This shape can be defined in a number of ways, which includes a simple large radius or a mathematical equation. Typically the nominal profile has a defined upper and lower tolerance. Roller bearing analysis can consist of comparing a measured profile against a nominal, upper and lower tolerance band.

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Spherical Roller Bearings

Most spherical bearings have an outer raceway that is a portion of a sphere and as such they are internally self-aligning. Each roller has a curved form at right angles to the direction of rotation, which conforms relatively closely to the inner and outer raceways. This gives this bearing high radial load carrying capacity. Applications for these bearings include heavy support rollers, ship line shafts and rudder shafts, crankshafts, rolling mills and grinding machines. The surface finish of the tracks and rolling elements is critical to the running performance and noise characteristics of these bearings. Taylor Hobson has a range of Form Talysurf systems which are suitable for measuring the surface finish characteristics of spherical roller bearings.

Product Information Along with surface texture and form there is a requirement to measure and analyses a wide number of geometric features, which include the outer track radius and the flange angles. Typically the tracks and rolling elements have defined radii which minimize the buildup of peak stresses at their edge and improve radial load capacity.

Taper Roller Bearings

The taper roller bearing has the ability to carry combinations of large radial and thrust loads or to carry thrust load only. Because of the difference between the inner and outer raceway contact angles, there is a force component, which drives the tapered rollers against the guide flange. The relatively large sliding friction generated at this flange makes this bearing typically unsuitable for high-speed applications without special consideration to coolant/lubricant. Typical applications include construction machinery, gear construction, vehicle manufacture and rolling mills.

The surface finish of the tracks and rolling elements is critical to the running performance and noise characteristics of these bearings. Taylor Hobson has a range of Form Talysurf systems which are suitable for measuring the surface finish characteristics of taper roller bearings.

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Product Information Along with general geometrical features there is also a requirement to analyses the cross sectional shape of the bearing track and rolling elements. These typically have a crowned (barrel) type shape to avoid a build of peak stresses at the edge of the bearing. This shape can be defined in a number of ways, which includes a simple large radius or a mathematical equation.

Angular Contact Ball Bearings

Angular contact ball bearings are designed to support combined radial and thrust loads or heavy thrust loads depending on the contact angle magnitude. The bearings having large contact angles can support heavier thrust loads. They are suitable for a wide range of applications including high speed machine tool spindles. The form, radius and surface finish of the tracks is critical to the running performance and noise characteristics of these bearings. Taylor Hobson has a range of Form Talysurf systems which are suitable for measuring the form and surface finish characteristics of angular contact ball bearings. For further information click the link below. Also of critical importance is the roundness and waviness of the races and rolling elements.

Product Information Wall Thickness Variation Along with general geometrical features there is also typically a requirement to look at other critical factors which affect the running performance of these bearings. One of the important factors in ball bearing running performance is Wall Thickness Variation. In particular for bearings that are fixed within a housing the wall thickness variation of the inner ring is critical while for bearings located on a shaft the wall thickness variation of the outer ring is critical. Taylor Hobson has dedicated analysis software for measuring wall thickness variation of ball bearing races.

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Deep Groove Ball Bearings

Both rings possess deep grooves with a radius only slightly exceeding the ball radius. Due to this curvature ratio the bearing can support high radial forces as well as axial forces which make them ideal for a wide range of applications. The form, radius and surface finish of the tracks is critical to the running performance and noise characteristics of these bearings. Taylor Hobson has a range of Form Talysurf systems which are suitable for measuring the form and surface finish characteristics of deep groove ball bearings.

Also of critical importance is the roundness and waviness of the races and rolling elements. Typically these features are measured using roundness instruments.

Product Information Wall Thickness Variation Along with general geometrical features there is also typically a requirement to look at other critical factors which affect the running performance of these bearings. One of the important factors in ball bearing running performance is Wall Thickness Variation. In particular for bearings that are fixed within a housing the wall thickness variation of the inner ring is critical while for bearings located on a shaft the wall thickness variation of the outer ring is critical. Taylor Hobson has dedicated analysis software for measuring wall thickness variation of ball bearing races.

Self-aligning ball bearings

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Self-aligning ball bearings are suitable for applications where misalignment can arise from errors in mounting or shaft deflection. The steel balls, cage, and inner ring can rotate freely at a certain angle, as it is stated that the bearings have self-aligning features. Accordingly, misalignment of the bearing shaft due to the machining and installation of the shaft and housing will be automatically adjusted.

Physical Characteristics of Self Aligning Ball Bearings

The self-aligning ball bearing has two rows of balls. A common concave sphered raceway in the outer ring. The center of whose curvature meets that of the bearing it, so that the inner ring, balls and cage continue to rotate. The self-aligning ball bearing with a tapered bore can easily be fit to the shaft with an adapter assembly.

Advantages of Self Aligning Ball Bearings

Have the lowest friction of all rolling bearings. Run cooler even at high speeds. Easy mounting and dismounting. The permissible operating speed is not dependent on the common criteria like heat generation or cage stability and strength.

Applications of Self Aligning Ball Bearings

Self-aligning ball bearings are used for commercial ground shafting applications. Since axial load capacity is limited, self-aligning ball bearings are not suitable for applications with heavy axial loads. Furthermore, if an adapter is used on the tapered bore of the inner diameter, installation and disassembly are much simpler and for this reason adapters are often used on equipment with drive shafts.

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Needle Roller Bearing

-Shell type Needle roller Bearings Shell type Needle Roller bearings are light-weight but are rates for heavy loads. They employ a Shell type outer ring made of thin special-steel plate which is accurately drawn, carburized and quenched, thus providing the minimum sectional height of the needle roller bearings the caged type has a structure in which the needle rollers are accurately guided by the cage and thrust rings. It is useful for applications at high-speed rotations. Available in Sizes from Bore size: 3 mm to 60 mm Inches Bore size: 3.969 (5/32") to 69.85 (2 3/4") Series mm: TLA (HK), TA (HMK), YT (FJ) (full complement) Inches: BA (SCE), BHA (SCH), YB (full complement)

-Machine Type Needle Roller Bearings Machined Type Needle Roller Bearings are bearings with a small sectional height and large load rating. The outer ring has high rigidity and can easily be used even for light alloy housings. These bearings are available in metric and inch series, both of which have the caged type and full complement type. It is therefore possible to select suitable bearing for use under various conditions, Such as heavy load, and high speed or low speed rotations. In addition there are bearings without and with inner rings, they are also available with side sealing to protect from dust and other factors. Available in Bore Size from: 5 mm to 490 mm Inches Bore Size: 15.875 (5/8") to 101.6(4") Series mm: NK, RNA (without Inner Ring) NKI, NA (with Inner ring) Series Inches: BR (HJ) (without Inner Ring), BRI (with Inner Ring)
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-Roller Bearings Cylindrical Roller Bearings are the double row full complement type with low sectional height. Rollers are incorporated in two rows of non-separable heavy-duty bearings. They can withstand not only radial loads but also axial loads, which are supported at the contact between the shoulders of inner and outer rings and the end surfaces of rollers. These include the caged type, full complement type and sealed type. These bearings are used for heavy duty machines, Such as construction machinery, industrial machinery. Sizes available from Bore: 10 mm to 440 mm Series: NAG, NAS, NAS...UU (sealed), NAS...ZZ (Shielded), = SL 04 SERIES Needle Roller Cages -Needle Roller Cage for general Use Needle Roller Cages for general usage are bearings, which display excellent rotational performance. Since they have a large lubricant holding capacity, lightweight and high rigidity, they can withstand severe operating conditions such as high-speed rotation and shock loads, and they are used in wide range of applications. Available in Sizes from Bore size: 3 mm to 200 mm Series: KT (K), KTW (K...ZW) KTZ & KTV used for Engines available in Big and Small ends. Needle roller Cages for Engines (Big end and Small End) for Connecting Rods Needle Roller Cages for Engine Connecting Rods are bearings for use in engine connecting rods. These bearings have superior performance proven in high performance engines of racing motor cycles, and are widely used in scooters, motor cycles, mopeds, generators etc. and also in general-purpose engines. Bearings for engine connecting rods are used under extremely severe and complex operation conditions such as heavy shock loads, high speeds, and high temperatures. These Cages for are lightweight, and have high load ratings and high rigidity as well as superior wear resistance conditions.

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Thrust Ball Bearing

Our Thrust Ball Bearing comprises of a blowout patch, a seat ring, steel balls and a holder. The thrust bearing is mainly used to carry the axial load. When load is properly applied to this bearing, the internal contact points get aligned on a plane parallel to the shaft. This type of bearing is mainly applied on automotive steering gear and machine tool main shaft. The Thrust Ball Bearing is available in custom designs as per the requirement of the bulk buyers at competitive prices. We offer two types of Thrust Ball Bearing: Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing and Double Direction Thrust Ball Bearing. Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearings We offer single direction thrust ball bearings consisting of one row of balls, which rotate between a housing washer and a shaft washer. They can be mounted separately. Single direction thrust ball bearings can accommodate axial loads and locate shaft axially in one direction. They are not suitable for any radial load. The small series is fitted with a press steel cage. Single direction thrust ball bearings with machined window type cages have suffixed MP (brass) or FP (steel). These bearings are available in various sizes and can be customized as per our bulk buyers requirement.

Double Direction Thrust Ball Bearings we offer single direction thrust ball bearings consisting of one row of balls, which rotate between a housing washer and a shaft washer. They can be mounted separately. Single direction thrust ball bearings can accommodate axial loads and locate shaft axially in one direction. They are not suitable for any radial load. The small series is fitted with a press steel cage. Single direction thrust ball bearings with machined window type cages have suffixed MP (brass) or FP (steel). These bearings are available in various sizes and can be customized as per our bulk buyers requirement. Self-Aligning Ball Bearings we manufacture self-aligning ball bearings that are suitable for applications in areas where there are chances of misalignment due to errors in mounting or shaft deflection. The bearings have self-aligning features and hence the steel balls, cage, and the inner ring can rotate freely at a certain angle automatically adjusting the misalignment caused due to the machining and installation of the shaft. Our Self Aligning Ball Bearings are used on commercial grounds for shafting purposes since the installation is simple they are often used in equipment with drive shafts. The self-aligned ball bearings are manufactured using superior quality steel. They are available in various sizes and can also be customized as per the buyers requirement.
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Physical Characteristics

The self-aligning ball bearing has two rows of balls A common concave sphere raceway in the outer ring The center's curvature meets that of the bearing it self The inner ring, balls and cage continue to rotate The self-aligning ball bearing has a tapered bore. It can easily be fit to the shaft with an adapter assembly

Advantages of Self Aligning Ball Bearings

Lowest friction of all rolling bearings Run cooler even at high speeds. Easy mounting and dismounting Permissible operating speed does not dependent on heat generation or cage stability and strength

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REFERANCE http://www.indiamart.com/bajajbearings/ball-bearing.html http://www.indiamart.com/belt-bearing-house/ball-bearing.html http://www.indiamart.com/aadinath-bearing-tools/roller-bearings.html http://www.taylor-hobson.com/bearings-applications.html http://science.howstuffworks.com/transport/enginesequipment/bearing3.htm

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