Introduction to Bearings

Familiarize yourself with?the purpose and the basic components of bearings.

Prerequisites

Participants should be familiar with safe shop practices and the use of hand tools.

Description

This is the first lesson in the iKNOW Bearings Library. This lesson describes the purpose and the basic components of bearings. The lesson also introduces the identification and proper usage of bearing types.

Objectives

Describe bearings and their importance in machinery operation, Introduce the concept of load and how it affects bearings, Explain the purpose of housings, Explain the use of PLAIN bearings, Explain the use of ANTI-FRICTION bearings and?Explain the use of THRUST bearings.