Self Aligning Ball Bearings

Overview of Self-Aligning Ball Bearings

Two rows of rolling elements are supported in two raceway grooves in the inner ring of the self-aligning ball bearing, which allows the bearing to align on its own. The raceway on the outer ring is shaped in a curved manner. The cage comprises the two rows of balls and the inner ring, which together create a component that may be aligned with the outer ring by twirling adjacent to it.

Self-aligning ball bearings can very easily tolerate the misalignment and deflection of the shaft with the help of its curved raceway, which is present on the outer ring. Farm equipment, transport equipment, rudimentary woodworking machinery, and ventilators are machines where you can find these bearings.

Benefits of Self-Aligning Ball Bearings

        Excellent high-speed performance

        Reduced noise and vibration

        Minimal maintenance

        Low friction

        Accommodate static and dynamic misalignment

        Low minimum load requirements