Technical buyer guide
Industrial Bearing Selection Guide
A buyer-oriented checklist for rolling bearings, plain bearings, bushings, and housings.
Capture exact dimensions
Bore, outside diameter, width, shoulders, housing, and shaft tolerances are foundational.
Define load and motion
Radial and axial load, speed, oscillation, shock, and misalignment determine bearing type.
Review clearance and sealing
Internal clearance, precision, cage, seals, lubrication, and temperature codes are significant.
Avoid appearance matching
Visually similar bearings can differ in clearance, material, load capacity, and service life.
Last technical editorial review: 2026-08-09. Guidance supports identification and RFQ preparation; final application compatibility remains the responsibility of the qualified technical authority.