Rolling Bearings for Electric Motors
Whether a standard electric motor or a highly specialized electric drive – often deep groove ball bearings are the most suitable type of rolling bearing.
Of course, all other bearing types commonly used in electric motors are also part of our product portfolio, such as angular contact ball bearings, spindle bearings, axial spherical roller bearings, and so on. Many of these products can be supplied as current-insulated bearings, either with a ceramic coating of the inner or outer rings or with ceramic rolling elements, to provide optimal protection against damaging electrical currents passing through the bearing.
Applications for Electric Motors
Securely and efficiently supporting rotating machine components — this has been our expertise for over 100 years. We are both a reliable supplier and development partner when it comes to bearings for electric motors. What you can expect from us: a comprehensive catalog range — from low-end to high-end solutions — tailored to your needs, cost efficiency achieved through large volumes and local production using state-of-the-art technologies, globally consistent and assured quality, application-specific consulting throughout all phases of the product lifecycle — in-depth industry knowledge enables optimal bearing design, a wide range of bearing designs and optimization of cost, performance, and quality within a holistic approach.
Electric motors are indispensable across virtually all industries for a wide variety of applications. The requirements for rolling bearings depend on the size and area of application. Small electric motors, such as those found in household appliances or consumer goods, must be compact and quiet, support high speeds, and offer a long service life with minimal maintenance. Bearing solutions for small electric motors are therefore frequently lifetime lubricated. For medium electric motors up to 500 kW, used in industrial machinery, pumps, and fans, robust rolling bearings are critical. Bearings must support high load capacities under varying loads, minimize friction, and enhance energy efficiency. For large electric motors, applied in heavy industry and power generation, rolling bearings that can carry heavy loads and simultaneously withstand shocks and vibrations are essential. Bearings need to be easy to maintain and resilient to extreme conditions. Selecting the right rolling bearings is vital for the performance and service life of your motors and must therefore be precisely tailored to the specific requirements of each application.