Abnormal Bearing Sounds

This table breaks down the types of bearing sounds and their possible causes to help you identify the problem with your equipment. Use this guide to make simple, quick repairs.

NSK Bearing Doctor

Consult this eBook for detailed information and photos about correct bearing mounting, handling, lubrication, and maintenance to prevent premature failure. Most of the information is relevant to non-NSK bearings but is especially applicable to NSK bearings.

Bearing Training KOYO

Download this eBook to learn the basics of bearing function, the types of rolling element bearings, how to select the right bearings, the best practices for mounting and cleaning, and more.

Bearing Training Manual Nachi

Technical Information Emerson Bearing

Care and Maintenance of Bearings NTN

This document contains information and photos illustrating the different types of bearing wear and their respective solutions. Download this eBook to learn how to maintain NTN bearings and prevent premature failure.

Handling & Mounting Precision Ball Bearings Barden

Download this guide to learn proper handling and mounting practices for precision ball bearings from Barden, including photos and tips on bearing installation.

Handling and Mounting Precision Ball Flyer

This document outlines the best practices for handling precision ball bearings, including step-by-step mounting instructions and illustrations.

Proper Practice for Cleaning, Mounting NTN

Download this guide by NTN to learn the best practices for cleaning, mounting, and removing bearings under various conditions.

Precision Bearing Lubrication Barden Flyer

This guide by Barden outlines the benefits of proper lubrication, the types of lubricants, and how to select the best one for your precision bearings. The document includes tables and charts with technical information for each lubricant type.

Incompatibility of Greases

When two greases are mixed and exhibit properties inferior to those of either individual grease, they are incompatible. Download this guide to learn the consequences of using incompatible lubricants, the results of mixing various greases, and more.

Bearing Failure Flyer

Importance of Proper Grease & Lubrication

Bearing Failure and Analysis

Angular Contact Preloads and Specs

Download this guide to NTN angular contact ball bearing specifications, including standard 30° and 40° angle bearings, 15° angle high-speed bearings, and specialty bearings.

Effects of High Speed on Bearings

This document examines the effects of high speed on ball bearings, specifically on their centrifugal forces, lubrication, cage performance, and vibration.

Fixed & Floating Bearings Explained

Learn the difference between fixed (held) and floating (non-held) bearings and how to mount them in shaft sections.

Combined Axial & Radial Load Solutions

Combined axial/radial bearings are bidirectional axial bearings for screw mounting with radial guidance bearings. Learn the key considerations when working with this type of bearing.

Coatings for Balls & Bearing Surfaces

Ball bearings and bearing surfaces can benefit from various coatings, such as chromium coatings, ion plating, ion implantation, solid lubricant coatings, and sputtering. Download this one-pager to learn more about each coating type.

Greases for Precision Bearings

Learn about the properties of precision bearing greases, including their speedability, operating temperature, and consistency. You’ll also learn about the features of an effective greasing system and the different types of grease thickeners.

MicroPoly Solid Lube Usage

Download this cross-reference guide for MicroPoly solid lubrication products, comparing their suitable applications, temperature limits, and more.

Proper Run-In Procedures to Maximize Bearing Life

Adopting a proper run-in procedure is critical if your operating speed is over 500,000 DmN or if your bearings are preloaded. Follow these run-in best practices to maximize bearing life and protect your investment.

Improving Speedability in Ball Bearings

Speedability measures a ball bearing’s ability to accommodate high rotational speeds. Download this guide for some tips on how to improve the speedability of your ball bearings.

Preloading Bearings

Preloading applies a permanent thrust load to a bearing to remove its internal clearance. Learn the benefits of this practice, the three main methods of preloading, and more.

Shaft & Housing Fits for Electric Motor Bearings

Download this specification sheet comparing shaft and housing fits for electric motor bearings.

Bearing Training Manual KOYO

Download this eBook to learn the basics of bearing function, the types of rolling element bearings, how to select the right bearings, best practices for mounting and cleaning, and more.

Bearing Life

Choosing the Correct Type of Bearing

Comparison of Bearing Load-Carrying Ability

Everything About Shaft Grounding Devices

Heat Stabilized Bearings

How a Ball Bearing is Made

Internal Clearance & Load Types

Nomenclature Guide

Shaft & Housing Fits for Electric Motor Bearings

Shaft Grounding Current Isolation

Solid Lubricant Guide Micropoly

Barden Company Engineering Data

This document by Barden contains bearing mounting and fitting information that engineers should consider when specifying bearings.

Cage Options for Spindle, Miniature & Instrument Ball Bearings

Selecting the right cage design and materials is key to the performance of your precision ball bearings. Learn about the different metallic and non-metallic cage options available for spindle, miniature, turbine, and instrument ball bearings.

Ball Screw Support Bearings

Series L and BSB Series ball screw support bearings by Barden are designed specifically for high-performance ball screw applications. Download this document for the key considerations and engineering data you need to know when using these support bearings.

Recommended Initial Grease Fill for Precision Bearings

Download this table to view the recommended initial grease fill for your precision bearings based on bore diameter and other factors.

Spindle Solutions with Failure Analysis

Proper spindle assembly requires a clean environment, accuracy between bearings and mating components, lubrication, operating temperature limits, and more. This one-pager outlines proper spindle assembly with detailed diagrams and failure analyses.

Action Nachi Ballscrew Support Bearings

Bearing Solutions for Machine Tool

eBlast Nachi Machine Tool Bearings

Factors for Successful Spindle Bearing Set Up

Spindle Interchange Emerson

Ceramic Hybrid Precision Ball Bearings

Ceramic hybrid precision ball bearings significantly outperform conventional steel bearings by reducing vibration, extending equipment life, enhancing accuracy, and minimizing scrap. Learn more about the features, advantages, applications, and performance analyses of ceramic hybrid bearings.

Ceramics for Use in Ball Bearings

The use of silicon nitride ceramic in ball bearings offers many benefits, such as corrosion resistance, long fatigue life, low density, high hot strength, and high hardness. Learn more about these benefits to see if ceramic bearings are right for you.

Corrosion-Resistant Bearing and Housing Solutions

Download this document to learn about the various corrosion-resistant bearing and housing solutions we offer.

Current Insulating Bearings FAG

Current passage can affect rolling element bearings in generators, DC and AC motors, and wheelsets and traction motors. The current can damage the bearings, raceways, and lubricant, leading to premature motor or generator failure. Learn how current-insulating bearings can prevent these consequences and protect your investment.

High Corrosion-Resistant Resin Bearings

NSK high corrosion-resistant resin “Aqua-Bearings” are suitable for use in water, strong acid, and alkali environments. Learn more about the features and performance of these resin bearings under highly corrosive conditions.

High Temperature Bearings for Mounted Units AMI

High-temperature ball bearings and bearing inserts from AMI are designed to operate at temperatures up to 400 °F or 450 °F. Download this document to learn more about these specialty products.

Action IGlide Application Guide

Design Basics Plastic Bearings

eBook Type E Mounted Units

Emerson IPTCI Stand Off Series Cut Sheet

FAG Split Bearings With Housings

IGUS Product & Application Overview

IP69K Washdown Solution

Linear Motion Bearings

Mounted Units IGUS Thermoplastic

Nachi Ceramic Bearings

Railway Traction Motor Bearings Info FAG