
High Precision Self-Aligning Spherical Bearing
Product Description
Our high precision self-aligning spherical bearing is manufactured with the utmost precision and quality. Built to withstand heavy loads and extreme conditions, this bearing is perfect for a wide range of industrial applications. With its advanced design and construction, it ensures optimal performance and longevity.
Product Parameters:
- Code meaning:
- Internal structure and keep material changes
- C: Symmetrical roller, stamped steel plate stop ring
- CA: Symmetrical roller, one-piece brass cage
- CTN1: Symmetrical roller, nylon cage
- E: Third generation design. Improve stress distribution; Provides longer service life than normal designs
- Q: Bronze cage
- MB: Symmetrical roller, 2 brass cages
- EM: Symmetrical roller, special alloy integral cage
- K: Tapered bore bearing, taper 1:12
- K30: Tapered bore bearing, taper 1:30
- N: Ring slot on the outer ring
- There are 3 lubrication grooves and 3 lubrication holes on the outer ring
- -CA: Fixed flange on the inner ring, guide ring at the center of the inner ring, machined brass cage
- -CC: No flange inner ring, guide ring centered in the inner ring, 2 stamped steel cages
- -CCJA: No flange inner ring, guide ring in the center of the outer ring raceway, 2 stamped steel cages
- -MB: Machined brass cage with inner ring centered
- -MA: Machined brass cage with outer ring centered
Bearing type:
Our self-aligning spherical bearing is suitable for various applications, including:
- Paper making machinery
- Reducer
- Railway vehicle axle
- Rolling mill gear box bearing seat
- Rolling mill roller
- Crusher
- Vibrating screen
- Printing machinery
- Woodworking machinery
- All kinds of industrial reducer
- Vertical aligning bearing with seat
With its superior design and durability, our self-aligning spherical bearing is an essential component in various mechanical equipment, such as rolling mill gear box bearing seat, rolling mill roller, and crusher.
Packaging & Shipping
We ensure that our self-aligning spherical bearings are carefully packaged to prevent any damage during transportation. We offer various packaging options to suit your specific requirements. Additionally, we provide efficient and prompt shipping to ensure timely delivery of your orders.
Installation Instructions
The self-aligning spherical bearing features a double row of rollers, with the outer ring having a common spherical raceway and the inner ring having two raceways tilted at an angle relative to the bearing axis. This innovative design allows for automatic alignment, ensuring minimal impact from shaft and bearing box seat angles or shaft bending. It is ideal for installations with alignment errors or shaft deflection caused by angle errors. In addition to radial loads, the bearing can withstand axial loads in both directions.
The inner hole of the self-aligning spherical bearing is available in two types: cylindrical and conical. The conical cone hole has tapers of 1:30 and 1:12. For conical inner hole bearings, a tight sleeve or discharge sleeve can be used for convenient and quick assembly on optical shafts or ladder machine shafts.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of bearings can you produce?
- Are there other types of bearings available?
- What is the minimum order quantity?
- Can you customize bearings based on drawings and samples?
- What sets your company apart from others?
We produce standard and custom aligning roller bearings, tapered roller bearings, and cylindrical roller bearings. We also offer custom bearings designed to meet your specific needs.
Yes, our company has long-term cooperative relationships with many bearing manufacturers in China. We can provide most types of bearings you require.
There is no minimum order quantity limit. Our service is flexible, and we offer better service and pricing with larger quantities.
Absolutely! We welcome customers to provide us with drawings and samples for customized bearings. Our team can work closely with you to meet your specific requirements.
At our company, we prioritize customer satisfaction. We offer high-quality products, competitive prices, and exceptional service. We have a wide range of industrial products available, and our customer-centric approach ensures that we meet your needs effectively.

At our company, we specialize in supplying various industrial products, including agricultural gearboxes, power output shafts, sprockets, hydraulic couplings, worm gear reducers, racks, roller chains, pulleys, planetary gearboxes, timing pulleys, and bushings. We take pride in offering high-quality products, competitive prices, and excellent customer service. We welcome customers to customize products based on their drawings and samples, ensuring a perfect fit for their specific requirements.
Performance Characteristics of Self-Aligning Bearings
Self-aligning bearings are designed to accommodate misalignment between the shaft and housing, which can occur due to shaft deflection, mounting errors or temperature gradients. The main performance characteristics of self-aligning bearings are as follows:
1. Radial Load Capacity
Self-aligning bearings can support both radial and axial loads. Due to their two rows of balls or rollers, they have a higher radial load capacity than single-row bearings.
2. Misalignment Tolerance
Self-aligning bearings can compensate for misalignment up to a certain degree, typically 3 to 4 degrees. This feature makes them suitable for applications with shaft deflection or mounting errors.
3. High Speed Capability
Self-aligning bearings can operate at higher speeds than other types of bearings due to their lower friction and reduced heat generation.
4. Low Friction
Self-aligning bearings have a lower friction than other types of bearings, resulting in reduced wear and longer service life.
Types and Characteristics of Self-Aligning Bearings
Self-aligning bearings are available in several types, including ball bearings, spherical roller bearings, and barrel roller bearings. Each type has its own unique characteristics and advantages.
1. Ball Bearings
Self-aligning ball bearings have two rows of balls and a common sphered raceway in the outer ring. They can accommodate misalignment and axial loads in both directions.
2. Spherical Roller Bearings
Self-aligning spherical roller bearings have two rows of rollers and a common sphered raceway in the outer ring. They can accommodate misalignment and high radial loads.
3. Barrel Roller Bearings
Self-aligning barrel roller bearings have a barrel-shaped rolling element and a raceway in the outer ring. They can accommodate misalignment and high radial loads.
Advantages of Self-Aligning Bearings Made of Different Materials
Self-aligning bearings can be made of different materials, including stainless steel, ceramic, and plastic. Each material has its own advantages.
1. Stainless Steel Bearings
Stainless steel self-aligning bearings are corrosion-resistant and suitable for applications in harsh environments.
2. Ceramic Bearings
Ceramic self-aligning bearings have high wear resistance, low friction, and are suitable for high-speed applications.
3. Plastic Bearings
Plastic self-aligning bearings are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and suitable for applications in wet or corrosive environments.

Application of Self-Aligning Bearings
Self-aligning bearings are widely used in various fields, including Agricultural Machinery, Conveyor Systems, Electric Motors, Pumps and Compressors, and Textile Machinery. Their ability to accommodate misalignment and high radial loads makes them suitable for these applications.
Future Development Trends and Opportunities of Self-Aligning Bearings
The demand for self-aligning bearings is expected to grow in the coming years due to their advantages and increasing application in various industries. The development of new materials and technologies is also expected to drive the growth of the self-aligning bearing market.
How to Choose a Suitable Self-Aligning Bearing
Choosing a suitable self-aligning bearing requires considering several factors, including:
1. Load Type and Capacity
The type and magnitude of the load determine the size and type of bearing required.
2. Speed Requirements
The operating speed of the bearing affects the selection of bearing type and lubrication.
3. Misalignment Tolerance
The degree of misalignment between the shaft and housing affects the selection of bearing type and size.
4. Operating Conditions
The operating environment, including temperature, humidity, and contamination, affects the selection of bearing material and lubrication.
5. Bearing Material and Cost
The selection of bearing material depends on the application requirements and the cost of the bearing.
Summary
Self-aligning bearings are designed to accommodate misalignment between the shaft and housing, making them suitable for applications with shaft deflection or mounting errors. They are available in several types and materials and are widely used in various fields. Choosing a suitable self-aligning bearing requires considering several factors, including load, speed, misalignment tolerance, operating conditions, bearing material, and cost.
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