Machines have undergone tremendous modifications and upgradation and so has happened with the machine parts. At regular intervals, features are being added and upgraded version is offered by manufacturers.An essential part of machines is bearing, and with the advancements it has undergone many modifications with additional features and types.

 

Needle Thrust Bearing |  Image Resource: indiamart.com

 

If the huge range of product provides flexibility in terms of usage, at the same time also impose challenge to select the right type and specific category for better results. We will cover about a versatile type of bearing known as Needle Thrust which is highly in use across many industries. The product is available in materials like Plastic (PA 66 type), aluminium and steel material with required strength criteria. 

 

In operations, that require high level of axial load capabilities and minimal envelope space needle thrust type are used. This type is made up of machined or stamped, rollers &cage. Wherein the cage with rollers arefurther paired with thrust washer and this function as raceways. 

 

Due to high stiffness degree provided by this bearing, becomes most suitable for applications involving great accuracy level in addition to high speed as in high pressure pump and machine tool.

 

 

It is not at all possible to remember all specification, features, usage and design parameters for the Needle thrust type bearing. Considering this important aspect, most manufactures provide detailed product catalogue for the benefit of their customers. that contains certain key details about the bearing in addition to the following information are also included in catalogue for Needle Thrust Bearings :

These important information helps to choose the ideal type of bearing without any confusions.

 

Another bearing type used in wheel transmission, construction, motor engine, axle system, agricultural equipment and in automobile sector, is Taper Roller Bearing. This bearing is designed to cater where high speedy applicationsare being performed especially in case of heavy duty equipment. It has outer and inner raceway rings that are sections of cones. 

 

The rollers fitted in the bearings is tapered to ensure conical sides of roller axes, raceways can meet at similar point and perform. Needle Thrust Bearing has excellent lubrication feature and is ideal for heavy duty type of applications. There are various international and domestic manufacturers providing 200+ range of this bearing type however it is best to opt for reputed and certified make for long term performance and low maintenance.