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Replacing Mounted Bearing Unit Inserts
Replacing the bearings in these units, also known as bearing inserts, is easy and can be 30 to 40% more cost effective than replacing the complete unit.
How Bower® Type E Accommodates Common Misalignment Issues
Did you know that misalignment is the second-most common reason for why a bearing fails? NTN’s Bower Type E heavy-duty mounted roller bearing unit is the perfect solution for applications where misalignment is present.
Comparing Common Heat Treatment Options for Tapered Roller Bearings
Due to their high load capacity, tapered roller bearings are often used in harsh applications where the bearings are subjected to heavy loading and impacting. Heat treatment of tapered roller bearings is crucial to their longevity in these applications, with the two most common heat treatments being through hardening and case hardening.
Maintaining Proper Lubrication & Understanding Application-Specific Preventative Maintenance
Although it doesn’t take much, the lubricant is critical for superior performance in demanding application environments such as food and beverage production.
SPAW Heavy-Duty Bearing Units Can Accommodate Thermal Growth with Fixed and Floating Arrangements
NTN’s SPAW/SPW/SFCW heavy-duty, one-piece mounted unit for demanding applications has a built-in feature for easy adjustment from a fixed to a floating arrangement.
Why Proper Torque Matters When Installing NTN’s Sentinel™ Series Stainless Steel Insert Bearings
Stainless steel is generally more brittle than traditional 52100 bearing steel.
The Importance of Radial Clearance When Installing Spherical Roller Bearings
Radial internal clearance adjustment is one of the most overlooked areas in the installation process of spherical roller bearings, but in reality it is one of the most important factors that affect bearing performance.
Should You Consider Caged Linear Guides?
Conventional linear guides have been used in industry for a wide range of applications. They can transport large loads in a compact package and meet the accuracy and repeatability requirements of even the most demanding applications.
Ball Point Set Screws for NTN Ball Bearing Mounted Units
Mounted ball bearing units are generally mounted and fixed to the shaft using a set screw.
ULTAGE® Sealed Spherical Roller Bearings for Transport Conveyors
One of the harshest environments for bearings to operate in are transport conveyors that expose the bearings to heavy contamination that eventually migrates past the housing seals and into the bearing.