FAG produces various types of ball bearings to meet diverse industrial needs. Here are some of the main types:
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Deep Groove Ball Bearings: These bearings have deep raceway grooves in both the inner and outer rings, allowing them to support radial and axial loads in both directions. They are commonly used in applications requiring high speeds and moderate radial and axial loads.
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Angular Contact Ball Bearings: Angular contact ball bearings have raceways in the inner and outer rings that are designed to accommodate combined radial and axial loads. They are suitable for applications where high precision and high-speed rotation are required, such as machine tool spindles and automotive applications.
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Self-Aligning Ball Bearings: Self-aligning ball bearings have two rows of balls and a common spherical raceway in the outer ring. This design allows the bearing to accommodate misalignment between the shaft and housing, making them suitable for applications where shaft deflection or misalignment may occur.
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Thrust Ball Bearings: Thrust ball bearings are designed to support axial loads in one direction and consist of a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a set of balls. They are commonly used in applications where there is axial loading, such as automotive transmissions and steering systems.
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Miniature Ball Bearings: These bearings are smaller in size and are used in applications where space is limited, such as small electric motors, medical devices, and precision instruments.
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Four-Point Contact Ball Bearings: These bearings have a single row of balls with a raceway that is split in the axial direction, allowing them to accommodate axial loads in both directions as well as radial loads. They are commonly used in applications such as cranes, excavators, and robotics.
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Hybrid Ball Bearings: These bearings combine the features of ceramic balls and steel rings, offering improved performance in terms of speed, temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance compared to traditional steel bearings.
These are just a few examples of the types of ball bearings produced by FAG. Each type is designed to meet specific performance requirements and operating conditions in various industries and applications.
