What are Deep-Groove Ball Bearings?
Not all ball bearings are created equal. Different types are designed to meet specific requirements, so if you’re not an engineer or distributor (and sometimes even if you are), it’s not always easy to pick out the one that best fits your needs.
Take one of the most commonly used type of bearing - deep-groove ball bearings. Just because it’s used often doesn’t mean it’s the right fit for your particular application. Let’s take the next few minutes to learn more.
Features of Deep-Groove Ball Bearings
Deep-groove ball bearings are great for handling large loads and fast operating speeds. They can withstand a radial load and a limited axial (or thrust) load. In short, deep-groove ball bearings are a good option if there will be pressure applied to the bearing from both the side of a shaft (radial) and along the shaft (axial).
Here’s a good article that explains the difference between radial and axial thrust load.
Benefits of Deep-Groove Ball Bearings
Apart from being versatile, deep groove ball bearings offer many benefits, including:
• Quiet operation and reduced starting torque
• Multiple greasing / lubricating options
• Minimal service or maintenance requirements
Applications of Deep-Groove Ball Bearings
Now that you better understand what a deep groove ball bearing is, here’s a list of industries that commonly rely on them:
• Agricultural
• Electric Motors
• Food Processing
• Gearboxes
• Machine Tool
• Material Handling
• Medical
• Printing
• Pumps
• Railway and Transportation
• Wind Energy
Custom Solutions Are Available
Just like the other high-quality bearings that Ritbearing supplies, our deep-groove ball bearings can be customized to fit your needs, so keep that in mind when trying to pick out what you need to order for your application.
If deep-groove ball bearings sound like a match for your application, or if you have more questions about deep-groove ball bearings, contact us today.