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			<title><![CDATA[The History and Applications of Oil Seals ]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/the-history-and-applications-of-oil-seals-/</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 19:17:30 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/metric-oil-seal-applications-2-.jpg"></p><p>
	Oil seals are often called grease, fluid, or dirt seals. These seals close spaces between stationary and moving components in mechanical equipment. Oil seals are designed to prevent the escape of lubricant. They also block contaminants from entering machinery. This is especially important in severe environments where heat and foreign objects may be frequently present. They also prevent the mixing of different mediums like lubricating oil and water.</p><h2>What is an Oil Seal?</h2><p>
	Oil seals come cataloged as <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/metric-oil-seals/">metric oil seals</a> or imperial sized oil seals. The seals can also be custom-made to match the bearings in new types of machinery. They are installed in practically every type of machine including vehicles, protecting all kinds of precision, precisely-fitted ball bearings, sleeve bearings, and roller bearings.</p><p>
	The oil seal gets its structural stability from an interior metal ring which serves as an inner skeleton. The outer skin is made of a more flexible material like nitrile rubber or other materials based on the physical environment of the seal. A spring on the lip of the seal supports the lip and keeps the lubricant from leaking. The lip construction is what blocks contaminants from outside.</p><p>
	Where loads are light, the outer skin layer can be made of silicone. It can be made of <em>Fluroelastomer</em> (or<em>Viton</em>) to protect under high temperatures (more than 120 degrees Celcius). The skin can also be made of Poly Acrylate or Polytetra-FluroEthylene.</p><p>
	The shaft on which the oil seal is mounted has to be ground to a rough surface finish. The shaft also should be hardened to prevent grooves forming on the shaft when the pressure is exerted by the spring on the seal. The area where the seal is fitted also has to be ground to prevent grooves that tend to wear out the lip of the oil seal faster than normal.</p><p>
	Oil seals have a flexible lip that actually rubs against the rotating shaft or housing to prevent leakage. The spring keeps the lip in contact with the shaft. Bearing isolator oil seals are dynamic seals that incorporate a rotor or rotating member and a stator or stationary member. The rotor actually turns with the shaft. Some oil shafts are bearing isolators with a "labyrinth" construction. Others incorporate simpler O-rings.</p><h2>Types of oil seals include:</h2><ul>
	<li>single and double lip </li>	<li>metal cased </li>	<li>rubber or polymer</li>	<li>internal, external and axial orientation</li>	<li>spring loaded</li></ul><p>
	A <a href="http://www.freepatentsonline.com/2173075.html">patent for an oil seal </a>was filed by Nelson Thomas Edward on August 12, 1937, and published a year later. There were two purposes described. The device was to provide an oil seal between a fixed housing and a rotating part. The seal is described as</p><blockquote>
	made of a yieldable resilient material having flat sealing faces and comprising two ring portions connected together by an annular portion substantially v-shaped in cross-section which may yield or expand as the mounting requires.
</blockquote><p>
	The oil seal would seal one face against a rotating member and the other face to a stationary housing. It would prevent dirt from coming between the hub or shaft and the seal.</p><h2>Old School O-Rings</h2><p>
	Early engines used O-rings (also called packing rings or toric joints) as seals (first patented in 1896). These are just mechanical gaskets in the shape of a torus (a circular ring--like a lifesaver), seated in a groove and compressed during assembly between two or more parts. It creates a seal at the interface. However, O-rings require a fluid film to lubricate them. They have limited usefulness in vacuum application and at extremes of temperature. The modern oil seal represents a significant improvement over the simple O-ring because it effectively seals in lubrication and prevents contamination from outside under a wide range of pressures and temperatures.</p><p>
	If you're looking for quality oil seals, bearings for industry or agriculture, ATV parts, and plenty more, check out <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. With low prices and same day shipping in most cases, there's no reason to spend time searching the internet when everything you need is all in one place.</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/metric-oil-seal-applications-2-.jpg"></p><p>
	Oil seals are often called grease, fluid, or dirt seals. These seals close spaces between stationary and moving components in mechanical equipment. Oil seals are designed to prevent the escape of lubricant. They also block contaminants from entering machinery. This is especially important in severe environments where heat and foreign objects may be frequently present. They also prevent the mixing of different mediums like lubricating oil and water.</p><h2>What is an Oil Seal?</h2><p>
	Oil seals come cataloged as <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/metric-oil-seals/">metric oil seals</a> or imperial sized oil seals. The seals can also be custom-made to match the bearings in new types of machinery. They are installed in practically every type of machine including vehicles, protecting all kinds of precision, precisely-fitted ball bearings, sleeve bearings, and roller bearings.</p><p>
	The oil seal gets its structural stability from an interior metal ring which serves as an inner skeleton. The outer skin is made of a more flexible material like nitrile rubber or other materials based on the physical environment of the seal. A spring on the lip of the seal supports the lip and keeps the lubricant from leaking. The lip construction is what blocks contaminants from outside.</p><p>
	Where loads are light, the outer skin layer can be made of silicone. It can be made of <em>Fluroelastomer</em> (or<em>Viton</em>) to protect under high temperatures (more than 120 degrees Celcius). The skin can also be made of Poly Acrylate or Polytetra-FluroEthylene.</p><p>
	The shaft on which the oil seal is mounted has to be ground to a rough surface finish. The shaft also should be hardened to prevent grooves forming on the shaft when the pressure is exerted by the spring on the seal. The area where the seal is fitted also has to be ground to prevent grooves that tend to wear out the lip of the oil seal faster than normal.</p><p>
	Oil seals have a flexible lip that actually rubs against the rotating shaft or housing to prevent leakage. The spring keeps the lip in contact with the shaft. Bearing isolator oil seals are dynamic seals that incorporate a rotor or rotating member and a stator or stationary member. The rotor actually turns with the shaft. Some oil shafts are bearing isolators with a "labyrinth" construction. Others incorporate simpler O-rings.</p><h2>Types of oil seals include:</h2><ul>
	<li>single and double lip </li>	<li>metal cased </li>	<li>rubber or polymer</li>	<li>internal, external and axial orientation</li>	<li>spring loaded</li></ul><p>
	A <a href="http://www.freepatentsonline.com/2173075.html">patent for an oil seal </a>was filed by Nelson Thomas Edward on August 12, 1937, and published a year later. There were two purposes described. The device was to provide an oil seal between a fixed housing and a rotating part. The seal is described as</p><blockquote>
	made of a yieldable resilient material having flat sealing faces and comprising two ring portions connected together by an annular portion substantially v-shaped in cross-section which may yield or expand as the mounting requires.
</blockquote><p>
	The oil seal would seal one face against a rotating member and the other face to a stationary housing. It would prevent dirt from coming between the hub or shaft and the seal.</p><h2>Old School O-Rings</h2><p>
	Early engines used O-rings (also called packing rings or toric joints) as seals (first patented in 1896). These are just mechanical gaskets in the shape of a torus (a circular ring--like a lifesaver), seated in a groove and compressed during assembly between two or more parts. It creates a seal at the interface. However, O-rings require a fluid film to lubricate them. They have limited usefulness in vacuum application and at extremes of temperature. The modern oil seal represents a significant improvement over the simple O-ring because it effectively seals in lubrication and prevents contamination from outside under a wide range of pressures and temperatures.</p><p>
	If you're looking for quality oil seals, bearings for industry or agriculture, ATV parts, and plenty more, check out <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. With low prices and same day shipping in most cases, there's no reason to spend time searching the internet when everything you need is all in one place.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Construction and History of Tapered Roller Bearings ]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/the-construction-and-history-of-tapered-roller-bearings-/</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 19:25:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/tapered-roller-bearings.jpg"></p><p>Have you got a job or project that requires heavy duty parts and equipment to complete? You'll need the right parts to be certain the job gets done right. When searching for a bearing that is able to sustain large radial forces while taking large axial forces, chances are you're going to need a tapered roller bearing. Here, we break down the basics and history of tapered roller bearings.</p><h2>The Components</h2><p>Tapered roller bearings are made up of four components. These are the inner ring, the outer ring, the tapered rollers, and the cage. The cone, which contains the inner ring, the rollers, and the cage is separable from the outer ring or cup.</p><p>The rollers are designed with a taper, as well as the inner and outer ring raceways, being cone-shaped segments in order for the conical surface of the raceways and the roller axes to meet at a single point on the main axis of the bearing when projected. This specific design enables the motion of the cones to remain coaxial while eliminating any sliding motion in the bearing.</p><p>Their specific designs allow taper roller bearings to carry larger loads than ball bearings without any occurrence of the differential scrubbing that occurs when a roller slides rather than rolls. The rollers are guided by a flange on the inner ring that keeps them from sliding out at high speeds. The larger the half angles of the cones, the larger the axial force the bearing can handle.</p><h2>The History</h2><p>A product of American innovation, the tapered roller bearing was patented by Henry Timken in 1898. Timken, a St. Louis carriage maker was searching for a bearing that could handle radial and thrust roads as his heavy freight wagons were having a difficult time making sharp turns. The result was the tapered roller bearing which proved immediately beneficial. Not only did the tapered roller bearing reduce repairs, but it also allowed the wagons to be pulled with fewer mules.</p><p>Recognizing that the tapered roller bearings massively reduced the amount of friction on the axle bearing by rolling while transferring the load evenly from axle to frame, Timken knew that his new bearing could have multiple successful applications. Within a matter of months, he and his sons founded the Timken Roller Bearing and Axle Company.</p><h2>Applications</h2><p>Today, <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearings</a> are manufactured by a number of companies for many different applications. Many times, tapered roller bearings are used in pairs to allow axial forces to be supported equally in either direction. These pairs of tapered roller bearings commonly occur in vehicle wheel bearings where they are required to handle large radial and axial forces at the same time. Other applications include agriculture, construction, and mining equipment.</p><p>Their use is growing every day as their numerous advantages are discovered. Tapered roller bearings have dimensional stability and a long life span even in contaminated lubricants. They offer a durable steel cage and are dimensionally interchangeable with other bearing manufacturers.</p><p>However, tapered ball bearings do have their disadvantages. When a dynamic misalignment occurs, the results can cause irreversible damage. If the probability of misalignment is high, spherical roller bearings are the better choice. Tapered roller bearings are also limited by static misalignment, however, bearing housings can help to alleviate these problems by allowing the bearing to self-align. Another major disadvantage is speed. Tapered roller bearings are capable of higher speed operations, but ball bearings create less heat at elevated speeds if that is a concern.</p><p>The Big Bearing Store offers one of the largest selection of bearings available on the internet. Founded in 2005, we pass savings from buying directly from the factory onto our customers. Meaning you get the best prices available. Contact <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> for all your bearing needs to ensure you receive top quality parts and the best customer service around.&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/tapered-roller-bearings.jpg"></p><p>Have you got a job or project that requires heavy duty parts and equipment to complete? You'll need the right parts to be certain the job gets done right. When searching for a bearing that is able to sustain large radial forces while taking large axial forces, chances are you're going to need a tapered roller bearing. Here, we break down the basics and history of tapered roller bearings.</p><h2>The Components</h2><p>Tapered roller bearings are made up of four components. These are the inner ring, the outer ring, the tapered rollers, and the cage. The cone, which contains the inner ring, the rollers, and the cage is separable from the outer ring or cup.</p><p>The rollers are designed with a taper, as well as the inner and outer ring raceways, being cone-shaped segments in order for the conical surface of the raceways and the roller axes to meet at a single point on the main axis of the bearing when projected. This specific design enables the motion of the cones to remain coaxial while eliminating any sliding motion in the bearing.</p><p>Their specific designs allow taper roller bearings to carry larger loads than ball bearings without any occurrence of the differential scrubbing that occurs when a roller slides rather than rolls. The rollers are guided by a flange on the inner ring that keeps them from sliding out at high speeds. The larger the half angles of the cones, the larger the axial force the bearing can handle.</p><h2>The History</h2><p>A product of American innovation, the tapered roller bearing was patented by Henry Timken in 1898. Timken, a St. Louis carriage maker was searching for a bearing that could handle radial and thrust roads as his heavy freight wagons were having a difficult time making sharp turns. The result was the tapered roller bearing which proved immediately beneficial. Not only did the tapered roller bearing reduce repairs, but it also allowed the wagons to be pulled with fewer mules.</p><p>Recognizing that the tapered roller bearings massively reduced the amount of friction on the axle bearing by rolling while transferring the load evenly from axle to frame, Timken knew that his new bearing could have multiple successful applications. Within a matter of months, he and his sons founded the Timken Roller Bearing and Axle Company.</p><h2>Applications</h2><p>Today, <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearings</a> are manufactured by a number of companies for many different applications. Many times, tapered roller bearings are used in pairs to allow axial forces to be supported equally in either direction. These pairs of tapered roller bearings commonly occur in vehicle wheel bearings where they are required to handle large radial and axial forces at the same time. Other applications include agriculture, construction, and mining equipment.</p><p>Their use is growing every day as their numerous advantages are discovered. Tapered roller bearings have dimensional stability and a long life span even in contaminated lubricants. They offer a durable steel cage and are dimensionally interchangeable with other bearing manufacturers.</p><p>However, tapered ball bearings do have their disadvantages. When a dynamic misalignment occurs, the results can cause irreversible damage. If the probability of misalignment is high, spherical roller bearings are the better choice. Tapered roller bearings are also limited by static misalignment, however, bearing housings can help to alleviate these problems by allowing the bearing to self-align. Another major disadvantage is speed. Tapered roller bearings are capable of higher speed operations, but ball bearings create less heat at elevated speeds if that is a concern.</p><p>The Big Bearing Store offers one of the largest selection of bearings available on the internet. Founded in 2005, we pass savings from buying directly from the factory onto our customers. Meaning you get the best prices available. Contact <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> for all your bearing needs to ensure you receive top quality parts and the best customer service around.&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Pillow Block Bearings as a Pillar of Industry]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/pillow-block-bearings-as-a-pillar-of-industry/</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2019 13:05:25 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/bbs-blogs-900-350.jpg"></p><p>
	Way back in 1794, the first patent ever awarded for a ball bearing design was credited to Philip Vaughn of Great Britain. Since then, many things have changed in the bearing industry, however, the concept has remained similar in many aspects. The purpose of bearings is to reduce heat and stress caused by friction while allowing for linear movement or rotation. The "ball" shape enables industrial machines or parts to roll, similar to the concept of a wheel. Pillow Block Bearings are no different in their application, but they're unique in their design and housing.</p><h2>
	How is a Pillow Block Constructed?</h2><p>
	The configuration of a pillow block bearing is as follows:</p><ul>
	
<li><em>Housing:</em> The block housing has mounting holes to enable the pillow block bearing to be attached to various surfaces. An "unsplit" pillow block housing supports the base while also wrapping around the bearing ring as one complete piece. "Split" pillow block housings allow the housing cap to be removed from the base of the pillow block. Most housings are comprised of cast iron or steel, although in more stressful environments aluminum may be used.</li>	
<li><em>Outer Ring: </em>The outer ring of the <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/pillow-block-bearings/">pillow block bearing</a> is circular shaped on the outside and contains the working parts of the bearing.</li>	
<li><em>Grease Nipple and Hole: </em>The grease nipple extends from the outer ring to allow for lubrication. The hole below is where the grease flows in order to keep the inner parts properly lubricated.</li>	
<li><em>Seal: </em>The seal prevents dirt and other foreign substances from contaminating the inner workings of the bearing.</li>	
<li><em>Ball "Runner Cage": </em>This is where the ball bearings are contained in order to protect them while allowing them to freely roll inside of the round cage.</li>	
<li><em>Hex-Shaped Set Screw: </em>For connecting and securing the shaft inside of the bearing, while allowing tension to be applied or diminished.</li>	
<li><em>Inner Ring: </em>This is what the cage rotates on, while also securing the object needing to rotate.</li></ul><h2>
	Applications of a Pillow Block Bearing</h2><p>
	Uses of pillow block bearings include industrial or light conveyor setups such as assembly lines or other manufacturing and production environments. They are most commonly used for shafting and rotating parts while mounted to a base surface. Their diversity and design allow them to be used on most any surface, including inclining, horizontal, or vertical mounting structures. In general, a pillow block bearing is frequently found anywhere that a linear application and execution are required.</p><h2>
	Where do I Find Pillow Block Bearings?</h2><p>
	When you want the right parts for the job with quality, dependability, and satisfaction at the forefront, your best place to find pillow block bearings is with <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. They have a knowledgeable and friendly staff who prioritizes customer service, which is why their customers faithfully return to them for all of their agricultural, industrial, and other bearing needs.&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/bbs-blogs-900-350.jpg"></p><p>
	Way back in 1794, the first patent ever awarded for a ball bearing design was credited to Philip Vaughn of Great Britain. Since then, many things have changed in the bearing industry, however, the concept has remained similar in many aspects. The purpose of bearings is to reduce heat and stress caused by friction while allowing for linear movement or rotation. The "ball" shape enables industrial machines or parts to roll, similar to the concept of a wheel. Pillow Block Bearings are no different in their application, but they're unique in their design and housing.</p><h2>
	How is a Pillow Block Constructed?</h2><p>
	The configuration of a pillow block bearing is as follows:</p><ul>
	
<li><em>Housing:</em> The block housing has mounting holes to enable the pillow block bearing to be attached to various surfaces. An "unsplit" pillow block housing supports the base while also wrapping around the bearing ring as one complete piece. "Split" pillow block housings allow the housing cap to be removed from the base of the pillow block. Most housings are comprised of cast iron or steel, although in more stressful environments aluminum may be used.</li>	
<li><em>Outer Ring: </em>The outer ring of the <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/pillow-block-bearings/">pillow block bearing</a> is circular shaped on the outside and contains the working parts of the bearing.</li>	
<li><em>Grease Nipple and Hole: </em>The grease nipple extends from the outer ring to allow for lubrication. The hole below is where the grease flows in order to keep the inner parts properly lubricated.</li>	
<li><em>Seal: </em>The seal prevents dirt and other foreign substances from contaminating the inner workings of the bearing.</li>	
<li><em>Ball "Runner Cage": </em>This is where the ball bearings are contained in order to protect them while allowing them to freely roll inside of the round cage.</li>	
<li><em>Hex-Shaped Set Screw: </em>For connecting and securing the shaft inside of the bearing, while allowing tension to be applied or diminished.</li>	
<li><em>Inner Ring: </em>This is what the cage rotates on, while also securing the object needing to rotate.</li></ul><h2>
	Applications of a Pillow Block Bearing</h2><p>
	Uses of pillow block bearings include industrial or light conveyor setups such as assembly lines or other manufacturing and production environments. They are most commonly used for shafting and rotating parts while mounted to a base surface. Their diversity and design allow them to be used on most any surface, including inclining, horizontal, or vertical mounting structures. In general, a pillow block bearing is frequently found anywhere that a linear application and execution are required.</p><h2>
	Where do I Find Pillow Block Bearings?</h2><p>
	When you want the right parts for the job with quality, dependability, and satisfaction at the forefront, your best place to find pillow block bearings is with <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. They have a knowledgeable and friendly staff who prioritizes customer service, which is why their customers faithfully return to them for all of their agricultural, industrial, and other bearing needs.&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[The History of Tapered Roller Bearings]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/the-history-of-tapered-roller-bearings/</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 30 Nov 2018 12:42:52 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/the-history-of-tapered-roller-bearings.jpg"></p><p>
	Have you ever wondered how things work? So many moving parts and pieces combined to create machines that many people don't understand. For example, though there are many in the world that understand cars and what makes them "Go", there's twice as many people who just put gas in and hope to get to their next destination. Tapered Roller Bearings are one of these "mysterious" parts that help with the proper functioning of your automobile, as well as many other machines and devices. But believe it or not, these bearings have existed for just short of 300 years! Here's a glimpse into the history books to find out where tapered roller bearings were born.</p><h2>
Who Invented The Tapered Roller Bearing?</h2><p>
	Way back in the 1740s, a man by the name of John Harrison developed the first known 
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearing</a> for use in his H3 marine chronometer. A self-taught Englishman with clock making and carpentry as his trades, Harrison had a knack for creating and inventing things. While also inventing the chronometer itself, in order to solve maritime issues with longitude calculations, he used this bearing type to help with the functionality of his invention.</p><p>
	Harrison was certainly not the first to implement bearings into the world, however. There are examples of bearing use as far back as the Roman days. Shipwrecks that were salvaged from the sea were found to use roller bearings for tables that could rotate with the benefit of bearings. While the designs of these ancient bearings were somewhat crude and made from wood, the concept was the same. Eventually, around the mid-1880s, a German company developed a machine that could grind metallic bearings into equally shaped and sized spheres that worked together as a cohesive unit or bearing set. While tapered bearings are not round balls, they are rounded similar to a miniature barrel or cone.</p><h2>
Tapered Roller Bearing Design</h2><p>
	The tapered aspect of these bearings refers to the two raceways that configure the bearing. These raceways are tapered to enable the barrel or cone-shaped bearings held within to rotate at the same speed as the raceways themselves. This design also enables tapered roller bearings to be effective for both radial AND axial loads. Many bearing designs are only useful for one type of payload or the other, but very few can be useful for both. They truly are a "bearing of all trades" if you will. The photo above gives some visual interpretation into one of the designs of this type of bearing.</p><p>
	These bearings can be found in wheels, agricultural and industrial machines, windmills, various vehicle types, and many other places. But if you need to find tapered roller bearings for your own purpose, there's only one place you should look to find them. 
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> has all types of bearings, with a Big selection, and low prices. There's no need to spend your time looking all over the internet when whatever bearings you need can all be found in one place.</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/the-history-of-tapered-roller-bearings.jpg"></p><p>
	Have you ever wondered how things work? So many moving parts and pieces combined to create machines that many people don't understand. For example, though there are many in the world that understand cars and what makes them "Go", there's twice as many people who just put gas in and hope to get to their next destination. Tapered Roller Bearings are one of these "mysterious" parts that help with the proper functioning of your automobile, as well as many other machines and devices. But believe it or not, these bearings have existed for just short of 300 years! Here's a glimpse into the history books to find out where tapered roller bearings were born.</p><h2>
Who Invented The Tapered Roller Bearing?</h2><p>
	Way back in the 1740s, a man by the name of John Harrison developed the first known 
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearing</a> for use in his H3 marine chronometer. A self-taught Englishman with clock making and carpentry as his trades, Harrison had a knack for creating and inventing things. While also inventing the chronometer itself, in order to solve maritime issues with longitude calculations, he used this bearing type to help with the functionality of his invention.</p><p>
	Harrison was certainly not the first to implement bearings into the world, however. There are examples of bearing use as far back as the Roman days. Shipwrecks that were salvaged from the sea were found to use roller bearings for tables that could rotate with the benefit of bearings. While the designs of these ancient bearings were somewhat crude and made from wood, the concept was the same. Eventually, around the mid-1880s, a German company developed a machine that could grind metallic bearings into equally shaped and sized spheres that worked together as a cohesive unit or bearing set. While tapered bearings are not round balls, they are rounded similar to a miniature barrel or cone.</p><h2>
Tapered Roller Bearing Design</h2><p>
	The tapered aspect of these bearings refers to the two raceways that configure the bearing. These raceways are tapered to enable the barrel or cone-shaped bearings held within to rotate at the same speed as the raceways themselves. This design also enables tapered roller bearings to be effective for both radial AND axial loads. Many bearing designs are only useful for one type of payload or the other, but very few can be useful for both. They truly are a "bearing of all trades" if you will. The photo above gives some visual interpretation into one of the designs of this type of bearing.</p><p>
	These bearings can be found in wheels, agricultural and industrial machines, windmills, various vehicle types, and many other places. But if you need to find tapered roller bearings for your own purpose, there's only one place you should look to find them. 
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> has all types of bearings, with a Big selection, and low prices. There's no need to spend your time looking all over the internet when whatever bearings you need can all be found in one place.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[All You Need to Know About Radial Ball Bearings]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/all-you-need-to-know-about-radial-ball-bearings/</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 30 Sep 2018 12:48:20 +0000</pubDate>
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	Among the most versatile of all the members of the bearing family is Radial Ball Bearings. It is also the most commonly found and used due to its design lending to a wide field of applications within the industrial world. While it doesn't have the greatest statistical load-bearing abilities in comparison to specified bearing types for radial or axial loads, it can handle both with decent results. This makes it an excellent choice in generalized settings where a variety of different lighter weight demands may be present.</p><h2>
		How Radial Ball Bearings Are Constructed
	</h2><p>
		The most common composition of radial ball bearings is chrome steel. This allows the bearings to roll smoother while also having a higher capacity for larger payloads. The most frequent configuration of this bearing type from the outside inward is as follows:
	</p><ul>
		
<li>The Outer Ring: This ring holds the bearing components together </li>		
<li>Shield or Seal: Protects against dirt and grime or other possible types of contamination that could jeopardize the durability or proper function of the bearings. Sometimes more than one <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/6203-2rs-6203-zz-radial-ball-bearing-17x40x12/">shield or seal</a> may be present, depending on the bearing type, usage, and environment.</li>		
<li>Roller Cage: This holds the individual balls of the ball bearing unit in place, wrapping around the center of the ball but still allowing it to roll from within the cage.</li>		
<li>Ball: Also known as "steelies" to some of the older generations, these are the metal balls that rotate from within the radial ball bearing unit.</li>		
<li>Grease or Oil: Found inside the bearing, this is a must to maintain the lifespan and productivity of your bearing type, as it protects against corrosive materials as well as reducing friction and heat, especially in higher speed environments.</li>	</ul><h2>
		Where Radial Bearings Are Most Commonly Used:
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		This list could go on forever, from bicycle and motorized wheels to skateboards, computer hard drives, <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/6205-2rs-6205-zz-radial-ball-bearing-25x52x15/">ATV's</a> or anywhere that rotation or rolling is necessary to produce the desired effect. You can even find these types of bearings in skyscrapers and other tall buildings where they're used to allow some flexibility during earthquakes to help reduce damage or catastrophic collapse. You'll also find them within most industrial settings, doing some of the lighter capacity jobs while their counterparts deal with the heavier loads.
	</p><p>
		Finding quality bearings that are also affordable is important to most of us. We want our parts to last, but we also want a good return on our hard-earned money. So the recommendation here for dependable radial ball bearings that are also inexpensive is <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. Simply put, low prices plus a Big inventory with most parts ready to ship the day you order them means you can get the ball rolling again quickly and without checking in multiple places.
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	Among the most versatile of all the members of the bearing family is Radial Ball Bearings. It is also the most commonly found and used due to its design lending to a wide field of applications within the industrial world. While it doesn't have the greatest statistical load-bearing abilities in comparison to specified bearing types for radial or axial loads, it can handle both with decent results. This makes it an excellent choice in generalized settings where a variety of different lighter weight demands may be present.</p><h2>
		How Radial Ball Bearings Are Constructed
	</h2><p>
		The most common composition of radial ball bearings is chrome steel. This allows the bearings to roll smoother while also having a higher capacity for larger payloads. The most frequent configuration of this bearing type from the outside inward is as follows:
	</p><ul>
		
<li>The Outer Ring: This ring holds the bearing components together </li>		
<li>Shield or Seal: Protects against dirt and grime or other possible types of contamination that could jeopardize the durability or proper function of the bearings. Sometimes more than one <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/6203-2rs-6203-zz-radial-ball-bearing-17x40x12/">shield or seal</a> may be present, depending on the bearing type, usage, and environment.</li>		
<li>Roller Cage: This holds the individual balls of the ball bearing unit in place, wrapping around the center of the ball but still allowing it to roll from within the cage.</li>		
<li>Ball: Also known as "steelies" to some of the older generations, these are the metal balls that rotate from within the radial ball bearing unit.</li>		
<li>Grease or Oil: Found inside the bearing, this is a must to maintain the lifespan and productivity of your bearing type, as it protects against corrosive materials as well as reducing friction and heat, especially in higher speed environments.</li>	</ul><h2>
		Where Radial Bearings Are Most Commonly Used:
	</h2><p>
		This list could go on forever, from bicycle and motorized wheels to skateboards, computer hard drives, <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/6205-2rs-6205-zz-radial-ball-bearing-25x52x15/">ATV's</a> or anywhere that rotation or rolling is necessary to produce the desired effect. You can even find these types of bearings in skyscrapers and other tall buildings where they're used to allow some flexibility during earthquakes to help reduce damage or catastrophic collapse. You'll also find them within most industrial settings, doing some of the lighter capacity jobs while their counterparts deal with the heavier loads.
	</p><p>
		Finding quality bearings that are also affordable is important to most of us. We want our parts to last, but we also want a good return on our hard-earned money. So the recommendation here for dependable radial ball bearings that are also inexpensive is <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a>. Simply put, low prices plus a Big inventory with most parts ready to ship the day you order them means you can get the ball rolling again quickly and without checking in multiple places.
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			<title><![CDATA[Coming Clean About Washing Machine Bearings]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/coming-clean-about-washing-machine-bearings/</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 12:55:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	Is your washing machine making excessive noise during the spin cycle? Have you found oil on your clothes without having any idea how it could have possibly got there? If so, then there's an excellent chance that your Washing Machine Bearings and likely the bearing seal has worn out. If you have to call a repairman to fix it, you could be looking at a $300 or more bill coming your way. Many do-it-yourself types don't want to spend that kind of money if they can do the job for $50 or less themselves. Although changing the washing machine bearings and seal can be challenging, it is possible as long as you take care to follow each step correctly.</p><p>
	<a href="https://epicdesignlabs.zendesk.com/agent/#m_8151889548083422008_m_1428339977585794668_m_-3537197931646435418_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2"></a></p><h2>
	How Difficult is Changing Washing Machine Bearings?</h2><p>
	The first order of business is to make sure you have the correct tools for the job. YouTube is an exceptional place to find out how to change out your bearings, but you'll need the right tools as well as the correct make and model <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/washing-machine-bearing-kits/">washing machine bearing kit</a> if you're going to do the job properly. Failure to use the applicable brand bearing kit could lead to several different problems such as an incorrect or impossible fit, a leaking seal, or another replacement job in short order due to parts failing prematurely. Make sure the seal is placed correctly in order to prevent water from leaking into the bearings and causing corrosion, which will greatly diminish the life expectancy of your bearing kit. This isn't the easiest of DIY jobs, but it's certainly not impossible, and could be worth it depending on how "high end" your machine is. Just understand the risk involved if you don't closely follow instructions on removing and replacing these parts.</p><h2>
	What's The Price Range For Washing Machine Bearing Kits?</h2><p>
	The prices vary according to how "fancy" your washing machine is. However, this doesn't mean they aren't affordable. Generally, they can be purchased at a price point between $10-$45, which is significantly less than paying $50-$350 to diagnose and repair your machine using a professional repairman.</p><h2>
	Where Can I Order Washing Machine Bearing Kits?</h2><p>
	One of the most frustrating aspects of finding these parts is due to the enormous number of brands that sell washers. Do you have a Maytag or Maytag Neptune, Kenmore, Crosley, Frigidaire, Gibson, GE, Whirlpool, Inglis, Amana or Kitchenaid? Chances are pretty good that you do. So it's very convenient to shop where you're most likely to find exactly what you need. <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> carries the kits you need for all of these name brands, and we understand that having wet or dirty clothes the night before work in the morning is not something to look forward to. So remove at least one headache from your washing machine blues by going to just one place to find what you need instead of several dead ends. Good luck in your endeavors to repair your washer, and don't be afraid to ask questions from the friendly and knowledgeable staff if you need help.</p>]]></description>
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	Is your washing machine making excessive noise during the spin cycle? Have you found oil on your clothes without having any idea how it could have possibly got there? If so, then there's an excellent chance that your Washing Machine Bearings and likely the bearing seal has worn out. If you have to call a repairman to fix it, you could be looking at a $300 or more bill coming your way. Many do-it-yourself types don't want to spend that kind of money if they can do the job for $50 or less themselves. Although changing the washing machine bearings and seal can be challenging, it is possible as long as you take care to follow each step correctly.</p><p>
	<a href="https://epicdesignlabs.zendesk.com/agent/#m_8151889548083422008_m_1428339977585794668_m_-3537197931646435418_DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2"></a></p><h2>
	How Difficult is Changing Washing Machine Bearings?</h2><p>
	The first order of business is to make sure you have the correct tools for the job. YouTube is an exceptional place to find out how to change out your bearings, but you'll need the right tools as well as the correct make and model <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/washing-machine-bearing-kits/">washing machine bearing kit</a> if you're going to do the job properly. Failure to use the applicable brand bearing kit could lead to several different problems such as an incorrect or impossible fit, a leaking seal, or another replacement job in short order due to parts failing prematurely. Make sure the seal is placed correctly in order to prevent water from leaking into the bearings and causing corrosion, which will greatly diminish the life expectancy of your bearing kit. This isn't the easiest of DIY jobs, but it's certainly not impossible, and could be worth it depending on how "high end" your machine is. Just understand the risk involved if you don't closely follow instructions on removing and replacing these parts.</p><h2>
	What's The Price Range For Washing Machine Bearing Kits?</h2><p>
	The prices vary according to how "fancy" your washing machine is. However, this doesn't mean they aren't affordable. Generally, they can be purchased at a price point between $10-$45, which is significantly less than paying $50-$350 to diagnose and repair your machine using a professional repairman.</p><h2>
	Where Can I Order Washing Machine Bearing Kits?</h2><p>
	One of the most frustrating aspects of finding these parts is due to the enormous number of brands that sell washers. Do you have a Maytag or Maytag Neptune, Kenmore, Crosley, Frigidaire, Gibson, GE, Whirlpool, Inglis, Amana or Kitchenaid? Chances are pretty good that you do. So it's very convenient to shop where you're most likely to find exactly what you need. <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> carries the kits you need for all of these name brands, and we understand that having wet or dirty clothes the night before work in the morning is not something to look forward to. So remove at least one headache from your washing machine blues by going to just one place to find what you need instead of several dead ends. Good luck in your endeavors to repair your washer, and don't be afraid to ask questions from the friendly and knowledgeable staff if you need help.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Flange Bearing Sizes and Applications]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 31 May 2018 13:04:23 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/flange-bearing-sizes-and-applications.jpg"></p><p>Have you ever wondered about how things were made, or how did one piece connect to the other piece? Maybe it was "How did THAT get in THERE"? Well, the answer in part often includes bearings as one of the contributors. For an inordinate number of production tasks, the bearing has kept things "rolling" smoothly. The Flange Bearing is one of those quiet but consistent parts that help make, connect, or implement industrial applications within the modern world, as well as in the not too distant past.</p><p>How Big Are Flange Bearings?</p><p>Most often, flange bearings (including the base) range between 1/2 inch to 3 inches in diameter. Not surprisingly, the bigger the flange bearing, the greater payload that is attributed to it in most cases. It should be noted that flange bearings are used almost exclusively for radial loads. These bearing types also come in three different bolting formats:</p><ul><li>Two Bolt Flange Bearing: Considered mostly as a "standard duty" bearing, with the two bolt mounts typically found on the outer ends of oval-shaped cast iron or stainless steel mounting bases. </li><li>Three Bolt Flange Bearing: This version is usually found for some standard duty operations, but also for "light duty" tasks. The mounting base is often triangular in shape, with the three corners squared off. Some other styles include a round base with half-circle extensions where the bolts are mounted. Stainless steel and cast iron is again the prevalent composition for this flange bearing type.</li><li>Four Bolt Flange Bearing: The <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/4-bolt-flange-bearings/">four bolt flange bearing</a> is typically found in a wide array of settings, including "heavy duty" applications. The surface base for this bearing style is most often square-shaped, with one bolt in each corner of the base. There are exceptions, however, such as the heavy duty piloted flange bearing, which has a round mounting base as opposed to square.</li></ul><p>These bearings include anywhere from 2-4 set screws in most cases, which are used to add or diminish tension applied to whatever the bearing is holding (often a rod end of some type). The inner components are most frequently a widened inner ring that comes with a lock collar or a locking cam<br>What Are Flange Bearings Used For?</p><p>This list includes many of the more common and general locations that the flange bearing type may be found:</p><p>Conveyor Belts- Assembly line, airports, mills.</p><p>Automotive Industry- Anywhere a rotational "radial" load bearing is needed within auto factories.</p><p>Agricultural Machinery- Often found on balers, combines, and other farm equipment.</p><p>General Industrial- Miscellaneous industrial applications where a radial load is present.</p><p>Outside the Box- I've heard of these bearings being used on a pizza oven!</p><p>So there you have it. Hopefully, this article has given you some insight into the uses and sizes of flange bearings, as well as how they're constructed and where you might find them. If you're in need of flange bearings, or any other type of bearings, check out <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> and find every bearing type, style or design you could need, all in one place!</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/flange-bearing-sizes-and-applications.jpg"></p><p>Have you ever wondered about how things were made, or how did one piece connect to the other piece? Maybe it was "How did THAT get in THERE"? Well, the answer in part often includes bearings as one of the contributors. For an inordinate number of production tasks, the bearing has kept things "rolling" smoothly. The Flange Bearing is one of those quiet but consistent parts that help make, connect, or implement industrial applications within the modern world, as well as in the not too distant past.</p><p>How Big Are Flange Bearings?</p><p>Most often, flange bearings (including the base) range between 1/2 inch to 3 inches in diameter. Not surprisingly, the bigger the flange bearing, the greater payload that is attributed to it in most cases. It should be noted that flange bearings are used almost exclusively for radial loads. These bearing types also come in three different bolting formats:</p><ul><li>Two Bolt Flange Bearing: Considered mostly as a "standard duty" bearing, with the two bolt mounts typically found on the outer ends of oval-shaped cast iron or stainless steel mounting bases. </li><li>Three Bolt Flange Bearing: This version is usually found for some standard duty operations, but also for "light duty" tasks. The mounting base is often triangular in shape, with the three corners squared off. Some other styles include a round base with half-circle extensions where the bolts are mounted. Stainless steel and cast iron is again the prevalent composition for this flange bearing type.</li><li>Four Bolt Flange Bearing: The <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/4-bolt-flange-bearings/">four bolt flange bearing</a> is typically found in a wide array of settings, including "heavy duty" applications. The surface base for this bearing style is most often square-shaped, with one bolt in each corner of the base. There are exceptions, however, such as the heavy duty piloted flange bearing, which has a round mounting base as opposed to square.</li></ul><p>These bearings include anywhere from 2-4 set screws in most cases, which are used to add or diminish tension applied to whatever the bearing is holding (often a rod end of some type). The inner components are most frequently a widened inner ring that comes with a lock collar or a locking cam<br>What Are Flange Bearings Used For?</p><p>This list includes many of the more common and general locations that the flange bearing type may be found:</p><p>Conveyor Belts- Assembly line, airports, mills.</p><p>Automotive Industry- Anywhere a rotational "radial" load bearing is needed within auto factories.</p><p>Agricultural Machinery- Often found on balers, combines, and other farm equipment.</p><p>General Industrial- Miscellaneous industrial applications where a radial load is present.</p><p>Outside the Box- I've heard of these bearings being used on a pizza oven!</p><p>So there you have it. Hopefully, this article has given you some insight into the uses and sizes of flange bearings, as well as how they're constructed and where you might find them. If you're in need of flange bearings, or any other type of bearings, check out <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">The Big Bearing Store</a> and find every bearing type, style or design you could need, all in one place!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Tapered Roller Bearings: The Basics]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/tapered-roller-bearings-the-basics/</link>
			<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2017 15:00:25 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/tapered-roller-bearings-basics.jpg" alt="Tapered Roller Bearings Basics" title="Tapered Roller Bearings Basics"></p><p>Just about everyone sees bearings in action every day. We may pay no attention; but bearings are out there keeping the world running! Bearings do exactly what their name implies: They bear forces; forces that come from weight and movement.  Some are designed to be disposable; others for long-term wear. Roller bearings are designed for long-term use.</p><p>Designed especially for heavy-duty applications; the <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearing</a> is a basic bearing that is commonly used in many industries; transportation, manufacturing, even fashion. To understand these simple yet amazing bearings; some basic vocabulary is needed:</p><ul>
<li><em>Cup</em>: The outer shell of the tapered roller bearing; the cup slips over the cone and provides the outer raceway for bearing movement. A tapered roller bearing is made up of the rollers,  a cup, and a cone.</li><li><em>Cone</em>: Inner workings of the tapered roller bearing; the cone contains tapered rollers (bearings) and an inner raceway. The cone goes inside the bearing cup to create the complete tapered ball bearing.</li><li><em>Taper</em>: The cup, cone and rollers are all "cone-shaped". One OD is larger than the other; beveling the bearing and its rollers.</li><li><em>Roller retainer</em>: Also called a <em>spacer</em>, this is used for multiple tapered roller bearing applications; retainers keep bearings in place and are designed for accurate fit and ease of assembly. Retainers are typically sold separately from bearings.</li><li><em>Raceway</em>: A smooth track that rollers glide along. Tapered roller bearings have 2 raceways; an outer (cone) and an inner (cup). Because of the dual raceway, tapered roller bearings can accommodate both axial and radial thrust loads.</li><li><em>Thrust</em>: Basically, thrust means force. Bearings literally bear thrust so that an axle can move. Imagine your heavy car just sitting on the axle. It wouldn't move. Add bearings; the axle moves with forward and backward thrust. Tapered roller bearings are able to bear both axial and radial forces at once.</li><li><em>Axial</em>: Forces that move along (or in the same direction as) the axle. These forces can be, for example, simply due to the weight of the car body.</li><li><em>Radial</em>: Forces that move perpendicular to the axle. In your car, these are the forces involved in forward and backward motion.</li><li><em>Load</em>: Amount of force that is applied. Tapered roller bearings bear both axial and radial load.</li></ul><p><strong>Tapered roller bearing facts: </strong></p><p><em>Design</em><strong>: </strong>The tapered roller bearing design is a very simple one: A tapered cup "raceway" that fits over a complementary tapered cone that houses also tapered, rolling bearings. The genius of the design is that tapered roller bearings can be used singly or in multiples; as needed. </p><p><em>Versatility</em>: Tapered ball bearings are commonly used in many industries including the construction, mining, agriculture, and transportation industries. Because they are able to accommodate both axial and radial forces simultaneously, indications for the use of tapered roller bearing are nearly limitless!</p><p><em>Durability</em>: Often used in heavy-duty applications such as in construction and mining equipment; the tapered roller bearing stands up to both heavy weight and heavy use. </p><p><em>Distribution of Forces</em>: Multiple tapered roller bearings can be arranged to work in sync to bear opposing forces or to evenly distribute energy. Tapered double outer (TDO) and tapered double inner (TDI) are 2 examples of specific design specs for tapered roller bearings that require 2 tapered roller bearings and a spacer.</p><p><em>Ease of Use</em>: Tapered roller bearings are clearly marked so that proper assembly is easy to achieve. For multiple assemblies, the roller retainer is marked to correspond with the tapered roller bearings to provide ease of assembly. </p><p><em>Global standardization</em>: Markings and fit of tapered roller bearings are globally universal. This means that, regardless of where you live in the world, you can purchase and assemble tapered roller bearings using the same, simple techniques. Standardized ID, OD, and shaft measurements allow you to use components interchangeably. Number markings on the bearings give vital information. For example, 1st digit indicates engineering style; 2nd digit gives OD size; and last 2 digits length of shaft.</p><p>Find everything right here at <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">bigbrearingstore.com</a>. See our wide variety of <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered bearings</a> with many ID,OD and shaft choices. We are "the ball bearing capital of the internet"! <a href="http://www.thebigbearingstore.com/contact-us/">Contact us</a> for your bearings needs today!</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/tapered-roller-bearings-basics.jpg" alt="Tapered Roller Bearings Basics" title="Tapered Roller Bearings Basics"></p><p>Just about everyone sees bearings in action every day. We may pay no attention; but bearings are out there keeping the world running! Bearings do exactly what their name implies: They bear forces; forces that come from weight and movement.  Some are designed to be disposable; others for long-term wear. Roller bearings are designed for long-term use.</p><p>Designed especially for heavy-duty applications; the <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered roller bearing</a> is a basic bearing that is commonly used in many industries; transportation, manufacturing, even fashion. To understand these simple yet amazing bearings; some basic vocabulary is needed:</p><ul>
<li><em>Cup</em>: The outer shell of the tapered roller bearing; the cup slips over the cone and provides the outer raceway for bearing movement. A tapered roller bearing is made up of the rollers,  a cup, and a cone.</li><li><em>Cone</em>: Inner workings of the tapered roller bearing; the cone contains tapered rollers (bearings) and an inner raceway. The cone goes inside the bearing cup to create the complete tapered ball bearing.</li><li><em>Taper</em>: The cup, cone and rollers are all "cone-shaped". One OD is larger than the other; beveling the bearing and its rollers.</li><li><em>Roller retainer</em>: Also called a <em>spacer</em>, this is used for multiple tapered roller bearing applications; retainers keep bearings in place and are designed for accurate fit and ease of assembly. Retainers are typically sold separately from bearings.</li><li><em>Raceway</em>: A smooth track that rollers glide along. Tapered roller bearings have 2 raceways; an outer (cone) and an inner (cup). Because of the dual raceway, tapered roller bearings can accommodate both axial and radial thrust loads.</li><li><em>Thrust</em>: Basically, thrust means force. Bearings literally bear thrust so that an axle can move. Imagine your heavy car just sitting on the axle. It wouldn't move. Add bearings; the axle moves with forward and backward thrust. Tapered roller bearings are able to bear both axial and radial forces at once.</li><li><em>Axial</em>: Forces that move along (or in the same direction as) the axle. These forces can be, for example, simply due to the weight of the car body.</li><li><em>Radial</em>: Forces that move perpendicular to the axle. In your car, these are the forces involved in forward and backward motion.</li><li><em>Load</em>: Amount of force that is applied. Tapered roller bearings bear both axial and radial load.</li></ul><p><strong>Tapered roller bearing facts: </strong></p><p><em>Design</em><strong>: </strong>The tapered roller bearing design is a very simple one: A tapered cup "raceway" that fits over a complementary tapered cone that houses also tapered, rolling bearings. The genius of the design is that tapered roller bearings can be used singly or in multiples; as needed. </p><p><em>Versatility</em>: Tapered ball bearings are commonly used in many industries including the construction, mining, agriculture, and transportation industries. Because they are able to accommodate both axial and radial forces simultaneously, indications for the use of tapered roller bearing are nearly limitless!</p><p><em>Durability</em>: Often used in heavy-duty applications such as in construction and mining equipment; the tapered roller bearing stands up to both heavy weight and heavy use. </p><p><em>Distribution of Forces</em>: Multiple tapered roller bearings can be arranged to work in sync to bear opposing forces or to evenly distribute energy. Tapered double outer (TDO) and tapered double inner (TDI) are 2 examples of specific design specs for tapered roller bearings that require 2 tapered roller bearings and a spacer.</p><p><em>Ease of Use</em>: Tapered roller bearings are clearly marked so that proper assembly is easy to achieve. For multiple assemblies, the roller retainer is marked to correspond with the tapered roller bearings to provide ease of assembly. </p><p><em>Global standardization</em>: Markings and fit of tapered roller bearings are globally universal. This means that, regardless of where you live in the world, you can purchase and assemble tapered roller bearings using the same, simple techniques. Standardized ID, OD, and shaft measurements allow you to use components interchangeably. Number markings on the bearings give vital information. For example, 1st digit indicates engineering style; 2nd digit gives OD size; and last 2 digits length of shaft.</p><p>Find everything right here at <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/">bigbrearingstore.com</a>. See our wide variety of <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/tapered-roller-bearings/">tapered bearings</a> with many ID,OD and shaft choices. We are "the ball bearing capital of the internet"! <a href="http://www.thebigbearingstore.com/contact-us/">Contact us</a> for your bearings needs today!</p>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Metric vs Imperial Oil Seals: Why You Need the Perfect Fit]]></title>
			<link>https://thebigbearingstore.com/blog/metric-vs-imperial-oil-seals-why-you-need-the-perfect-fit/</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2017 13:59:51 +0000</pubDate>
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	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/" style="background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">Oil seals</a> play a key part in machine operation and lifetime maintenance in most factories. Since so much of factory and machine production is not standardized, a business needs to be able to quickly source both imperial and metric oil seals.</p><h2>A Perfect Fitting Oil Seal</h2><p>
	Whether in imperial or metric measurements, a rotary oil seal prevents dirt build-up and wear and tear on a rotary machine. The average consumer does not understand how many different measurements there are in machine uses, between the metric and imperial system. An experienced machinist and factory floor manager knows that there are many 
	<em>close</em> fitting seals.</p><p>
	An imperial seal may be close to a metric equivalent. But, if the machine the seal is going on is designed with metric measurements, then an imperial measurement oil seal will never match. An ill-fitting oil seal will cause rotary problems, busted parts, and slow functioning machines. When you consider purchasing oil seals for your factory, it is important that you buy from a retail team that understands how to help you get the right fit for each machine. This reduces costs and increases the output of your machines.</p><h2>Factory, Agriculture, and Shop</h2><p>
	Oil seals are not just for a traditional factory floor. Since machines are used in so many areas of life, it pays small business owners to plan their machine maintenance. A farm may not have as many needs for metric and imperial oil seals as a large factory. Therefore, it is important that a farmer ensure that they have seals fitting the metric or imperial measurements of their machines. When ordering less parts, it may be tempting to just make do with the parts on hand, but a small farm cannot afford to replace a machine. The right fitting oil seal will increase the life span of the machines on the farm.</p><p>
	Likewise for a small shop, except here the need for a perfect fit is even greater. On a farm, there are a limited number of pieces of machinery that need protection. In a large-scale factory, there are multiple machines using interchangeable parts that make for easy ordering. In a small shop (mechanic, electrical and HVAC, artisan, etc.), there are multiple machines with specific measurements. There might not be too of the same machines with the same size parts. For small shop owners and employees in charge of parts, you must make sure to use the right size oil seal, whether metric or imperial.</p><h2>Service-Based Retail</h2><p>
	Between Amazon and Walmart, people expect to buy parts from a cheap, impersonal business. This is not the best idea when selecting a perfect fit for your machines. Metric and imperial measurements are only one aspect to consider when looking for oil seals for your machines. As we discussed earlier,
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/blog/are-oil-seals-important/"> design, application, size, and quality</a>of the seal also matter. The exposure of the seal to various elements in nature or on a production floor (water and other chemicals) matters. There are many factors to consider when selecting a seal for a machine, and a service-based sales team will have the resources to help you in that decision.</p><p>
	Metric vs imperial is one set of measurements that can make or break a maintenance schedule. Do not trust what is often the most valuable asset a business owns, its Plant and Equipment to cheap and easy. Find a service-based sales team that works with wholesalers to ensure that your business only gets the best quality oil seals, no matter your size. Since 2005, we have been working with our customers, ensuring not only a great online shopping experience, but accurate measurements and quality product. 
	<a href="http://www.thebigbearingstore.com/contact-us/">Contact us</a> today to find out if we have the right materials to keep your machines running smoothly, or feel free to <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/">browse our oil seals</a>.</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/metric-vs-imperial-oil-seals.jpg" alt="Metric Vs Imperial Oil Seals" title="Metric Vs Imperial Oil Seals"></p><p>
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/" style="background-color: initial; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, Verdana, Tahoma, sans-serif;">Oil seals</a> play a key part in machine operation and lifetime maintenance in most factories. Since so much of factory and machine production is not standardized, a business needs to be able to quickly source both imperial and metric oil seals.</p><h2>A Perfect Fitting Oil Seal</h2><p>
	Whether in imperial or metric measurements, a rotary oil seal prevents dirt build-up and wear and tear on a rotary machine. The average consumer does not understand how many different measurements there are in machine uses, between the metric and imperial system. An experienced machinist and factory floor manager knows that there are many 
	<em>close</em> fitting seals.</p><p>
	An imperial seal may be close to a metric equivalent. But, if the machine the seal is going on is designed with metric measurements, then an imperial measurement oil seal will never match. An ill-fitting oil seal will cause rotary problems, busted parts, and slow functioning machines. When you consider purchasing oil seals for your factory, it is important that you buy from a retail team that understands how to help you get the right fit for each machine. This reduces costs and increases the output of your machines.</p><h2>Factory, Agriculture, and Shop</h2><p>
	Oil seals are not just for a traditional factory floor. Since machines are used in so many areas of life, it pays small business owners to plan their machine maintenance. A farm may not have as many needs for metric and imperial oil seals as a large factory. Therefore, it is important that a farmer ensure that they have seals fitting the metric or imperial measurements of their machines. When ordering less parts, it may be tempting to just make do with the parts on hand, but a small farm cannot afford to replace a machine. The right fitting oil seal will increase the life span of the machines on the farm.</p><p>
	Likewise for a small shop, except here the need for a perfect fit is even greater. On a farm, there are a limited number of pieces of machinery that need protection. In a large-scale factory, there are multiple machines using interchangeable parts that make for easy ordering. In a small shop (mechanic, electrical and HVAC, artisan, etc.), there are multiple machines with specific measurements. There might not be too of the same machines with the same size parts. For small shop owners and employees in charge of parts, you must make sure to use the right size oil seal, whether metric or imperial.</p><h2>Service-Based Retail</h2><p>
	Between Amazon and Walmart, people expect to buy parts from a cheap, impersonal business. This is not the best idea when selecting a perfect fit for your machines. Metric and imperial measurements are only one aspect to consider when looking for oil seals for your machines. As we discussed earlier,
	<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/blog/are-oil-seals-important/"> design, application, size, and quality</a>of the seal also matter. The exposure of the seal to various elements in nature or on a production floor (water and other chemicals) matters. There are many factors to consider when selecting a seal for a machine, and a service-based sales team will have the resources to help you in that decision.</p><p>
	Metric vs imperial is one set of measurements that can make or break a maintenance schedule. Do not trust what is often the most valuable asset a business owns, its Plant and Equipment to cheap and easy. Find a service-based sales team that works with wholesalers to ensure that your business only gets the best quality oil seals, no matter your size. Since 2005, we have been working with our customers, ensuring not only a great online shopping experience, but accurate measurements and quality product. 
	<a href="http://www.thebigbearingstore.com/contact-us/">Contact us</a> today to find out if we have the right materials to keep your machines running smoothly, or feel free to <a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/">browse our oil seals</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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	The importance of oil seals cannot be understated. They serve as a direct line of defense against many types of contaminating elements, such as dirt, dust, moisture and other foreign substances. They also help prevent the mixing of elements such as oil and water, while additionally restricting the escape of lubricants that are vital to bearings and other parts of high functioning machinery. When the time comes for you to replace your agricultural seals, industrial seals, automotive seals, or any other type of oil seal, be sure to keep a few important things in mind: Design, Application, Size, and Quality. Each of these is mandatory for the complete effectiveness of your oil seals as it pertains to keeping your high ticket items safe from corrosion and damage.</p><h2>
Oil Seals Design Characteristics and Applications</h2><p>
	The design of&nbsp;<a href="/oil-seals/">oil seals</a> is generally circular, although there are some instances where a different shape might be necessary. The purpose of the circular design is to allow freedom of movement within or outside of the bearing housing while still protecting the bearings from invasive or corrosive agents. It is also intended to close any gaps between parts or machinery, either stationary or moving.</p><p>
	Since so many types of machinery contain a form of ball bearing,&nbsp;<a href="/radial-ball-bearings/">radial ball bearing</a>, or other types of bearings in order to rotate or move efficiently, the oil seals will be there to protect them. They are imperative to maintain a consistent and productive output from the machines they help guard. Performance issues will quickly arise if your oil seals are not properly fitted or lubricated.</p><h2>
Size and Quality of Oil Seals</h2><p>
	Making sure you have the right size oil seal is critical to the longevity and durability of both your machinery and the seal itself. Improper fitting seals is a common mistake that can result in extreme wear and friction which will quickly damage much more expensive parts. The Big Bearing Store has an experienced and knowledgeable team that can help you find exactly the parts you need or are looking for, in order to avoid costly mistakes. They also buy wholesale from manufacturers which means they can pass along the savings to you, while not sacrificing quality.</p><p>
	Quality often goes without saying. If you own an expensive car, you probably won't use generic parts. However, if you are operating on a limited budget, you want the best your money can buy. Since not all parts are created equally, having an online oil seals store you can trust to provide quality and reliability with everything they sell is very important. Don't settle for bad advice or poorly designed parts from lesser companies that just want to make a buck. Make sure your expensive and precious agricultural, industrial, or automotive interests are safely protected from the elements with the small but enormously important oil seals.</p><p>
	Need an oil seal?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/">CLICK HERE</a> to check out our selection.</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="/product_images/uploaded_images/important-oil-seals.jpg"></p><p>
	The importance of oil seals cannot be understated. They serve as a direct line of defense against many types of contaminating elements, such as dirt, dust, moisture and other foreign substances. They also help prevent the mixing of elements such as oil and water, while additionally restricting the escape of lubricants that are vital to bearings and other parts of high functioning machinery. When the time comes for you to replace your agricultural seals, industrial seals, automotive seals, or any other type of oil seal, be sure to keep a few important things in mind: Design, Application, Size, and Quality. Each of these is mandatory for the complete effectiveness of your oil seals as it pertains to keeping your high ticket items safe from corrosion and damage.</p><h2>
Oil Seals Design Characteristics and Applications</h2><p>
	The design of&nbsp;<a href="/oil-seals/">oil seals</a> is generally circular, although there are some instances where a different shape might be necessary. The purpose of the circular design is to allow freedom of movement within or outside of the bearing housing while still protecting the bearings from invasive or corrosive agents. It is also intended to close any gaps between parts or machinery, either stationary or moving.</p><p>
	Since so many types of machinery contain a form of ball bearing,&nbsp;<a href="/radial-ball-bearings/">radial ball bearing</a>, or other types of bearings in order to rotate or move efficiently, the oil seals will be there to protect them. They are imperative to maintain a consistent and productive output from the machines they help guard. Performance issues will quickly arise if your oil seals are not properly fitted or lubricated.</p><h2>
Size and Quality of Oil Seals</h2><p>
	Making sure you have the right size oil seal is critical to the longevity and durability of both your machinery and the seal itself. Improper fitting seals is a common mistake that can result in extreme wear and friction which will quickly damage much more expensive parts. The Big Bearing Store has an experienced and knowledgeable team that can help you find exactly the parts you need or are looking for, in order to avoid costly mistakes. They also buy wholesale from manufacturers which means they can pass along the savings to you, while not sacrificing quality.</p><p>
	Quality often goes without saying. If you own an expensive car, you probably won't use generic parts. However, if you are operating on a limited budget, you want the best your money can buy. Since not all parts are created equally, having an online oil seals store you can trust to provide quality and reliability with everything they sell is very important. Don't settle for bad advice or poorly designed parts from lesser companies that just want to make a buck. Make sure your expensive and precious agricultural, industrial, or automotive interests are safely protected from the elements with the small but enormously important oil seals.</p><p>
	Need an oil seal?&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thebigbearingstore.com/oil-seals/">CLICK HERE</a> to check out our selection.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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