Needle Bearings | High radial load applications (conveyor systems, industrial machinery) | Chrome steel (ASTM A228 compliant), Single row design for compactness, Curve rollers for smooth motion | High load capacity, compact design ▲, smooth operation (ISO 15 compliant) | Limited axial load capacity, requires precise installation (±0.1mm tolerance) |
Roller Bearings | Heavy machinery, automotive applications | Cylindrical rollers (ISO 15 standards), High radial load capacity ▲▲ (2000 N vs industry 1500 N), Sealed design for contamination resistance | Handles heavy loads, durable, easy maintenance ▲▲ | Higher friction (0.5 Nm vs ball bearings' 0.2 Nm), larger size ▲▲ |
Ball Bearings | Precision equipment, low-load applications | Steel balls (ISO 310-1), Low friction (0.2 Nm at 1000 RPM), Lightweight design ▲ | Low friction ▲▲, high speed capability (5000 RPM), lightweight ▲▲ | Lower load capacity (max 500 N), less durable under heavy loads ▲▲ |
Thrust Bearings | Axial load applications (elevators, turbines) | Tapered rollers (ANSI B92.1), High axial load capacity ▲▲▲ (3000 N vs industry 2000 N), Heat-resistant coating ▲ | Excellent axial load handling ▲▲▲, heat resistance (200°C) | Limited radial load capacity (max 200 N), complex installation ▲▲▲ |
Cylindrical Bearings | High-speed applications (motors, pumps) | Chrome steel (ASTM A228), Smooth cylindrical raceways ▲, Low noise (43 dBA ▲ vs fridge hum at 45 dBA) | Smooth rotation ▲▲, quiet operation (quieter than refrigerator), long lifespan ▲▲ | Sensitive to misalignment (max 0.05mm), requires regular lubrication ▲▲ |
Track Roller Bearings | Guided motion systems (conveyor tracks, robotics) | Curve rollers (ISO 15 standards), Vibration resistance: 0.3G RMS (v2 ▲▲ vs industry 0.5G), Customizable track profiles ▲ | Precise motion control ▲▲, vibration damping (v2 ▲▲), customizable solutions ▲▲ | Higher cost (20% more than industry avg), application-specific design ▲▲▲ |