Internal Geometry of Ball Bearings

02 Dec.,2024

 

Internal Geometry of Ball Bearings

Design Analysis of Internal Bearing Geometry

When establishing the free state internal bearing geometry for ball bearings, the specific bearing application details must be carefully considered. These include the bearing loads (radial, axial and moment), speeds, operating temperature range, the specific geometry of the housing and shaft, their fits and the materials of which they are made.

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Proper bearing function is dependent on all of these variables. The extremes of each variable must be accounted for in the bearing design to ensure that the maximum and minimum installed internal bearing geometries result in optimal running conditions and maximum bearing life. Consult with NHBB's Applications Engineering department for assistance with these special design details.

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For any given bearing load in a ball bearing, internal stresses can be somewhat controlled by affecting the geometric relationship between the balls and raceways. When running under a load, force is transmitted from one bearing ring to the other through the ball set. Since the contact area between each ball and the rings is relatively small, even moderate loads can produce stresses of tens or even hundreds of thousands of pounds per square inch. Because internal stress levels have such an important effect on bearing life and performance, internal geometry must be carefully chosen for each application in order for bearing loads to be distributed properly.

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