Bearings are highly beneficial components to countless systems, minimizing friction between moving surfaces while constraining motion as needed. In order for bearings to optimally perform over long periods of time, bearing seals must be used. With the use of bearing seals, bearing components may be protected from contamination and a loss of lubrication. With such abilities, bearings can have their service lives extended for cost savings and efficient operations. Depending upon one’s particular needs, there are multiple types of bearing seal components that may be used. In this blog, we will discuss the most common bearing seal variations and their applications.
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When operating assemblies with moving parts, bearings serve as crucial components that facilitate motion, transfer loads, and provide lubrication to mitigate friction. When designed for use in aircraft, such bearings are made to be highly robust in order to withstand the extreme conditions of flight. As such, aerospace bearings are manufactured to meet military specifications as dictated by the United States government and are often capable of withstanding forces such as corrosion, extreme temperatures, and shock. Depending on the needs of a particular assembly, various types of bearings may be used with different sizes, weights, and load capacity requirements.
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