Needle Roller Bearings

Needle Roller Bearings are a type of bearing that utilises small, cylindrical rollers to reduce friction in rotating surfaces. With a large surface area in contact with the bearing’s outer surfaces, needle bearings offer improved load distribution compared to ball bearings. Their compact design results from a smaller clearance between the shaft and bearing diameter, making them ideal for space-constrained applications.

Typically, needle roller bearings consist of an inner race or shaft, a needle cage to keep the rollers in place, the needle rollers themselves, and an outer race. These bearings are widely used in automotive, industrial, and machinery applications, where their high load capacity and compact size make them a preferred choice.