Insert Bearings

Types of Insert Bearings

1. Set Screw Locking Ball Bearing Inserts:

   • Ideal for reversing load applications, these bearings feature stainless steel components (races, balls, cage, flingers) providing superior corrosion resistance and full metal detectability
   • Pre-lubricated with NSF H1 grease and ready for immediate installation

2. Deep-Groove Ball Bearings:

   • Commonly called Conrad or non-filling-slot bearings, these are assembled by displacing the inner ring relative to the outer ring and inserting balls into the space between the rings
   • Filling slot bearings increase radial load capacity but sacrifice thrust load capacity

3. Ball Bearings with Snap Rings (Wireloc):

   • Single-row radial ball bearings, including those with seals or shields and open and shielded double-row types, are available with snap rings
   • The snap ring protrudes from a groove in the outer ring and acts as a shoulder to maintain bearing position

4. Y-Bearings (Insert Bearings):

   • Available with various locking methods, including grub screws, eccentric locking collars, and tapered bores
   • Designed for locating by interference fit on the shaft