(December 29, 2010)

Ball bearings can be compared to catalysts in a chemical reaction that do not undergo any change but are integral to the proper functioning of many significant types of machinery. They are made of different materials. In this article, you would get to know about ceramic ball bearings.
Ball bearings are an important invention that was executed during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it has galvanized the different manufacturing and related industries like never before. Before the ball was invented, much of the effort to ensure that the machines work properly was done using primitive methods.

Moreover, almost all the methods had their share of loopholes. While some of the methods generated much heat, others required work force that incurred heavy expenses. Moreover, there were additional expenses on and pains involved in cooling the machines and changing the broken parts. This is where ball bearings came as a savior.

These balls reduce damage to all kinds of carrier machines. Mostly these balls are made of steel, which are layered into two sleeves, the outer and the inner sleeves. While moving, any heavy loads the pressure move from the inner ones to the outer ones, so that the balls on both the sleeves are directly protected from stress and pressure.

Though, there are many varieties of these tools available in the market, yet those used in rollers like trade and thrust bearings are the most widely used today. These are used to drive hundreds of gigantic machines and mainly in the transmissions of vehicles and equipment.

The workings of ball bearings are based on the simple fact that it is easier to roll with balls than to slide them manually. This reduces friction in movement and thus you can get your work done in a much easier way. Though steel ball bearings are popular in transporting heavy-duty loads, yet they are not without their share of disadvantages. Since, these are made from hardened steel, huge amount of heat is wasted and they may break under intense heat.

So, some of the application areas have opted for hybrid ceramic ones. The choice of steel ceramic is known to be stiffer than steel and can withstand the additional heat than that of steel ball bearings. It is therefore more likely to be pursued by all users.

Ball bearings are integral for proper functioning of any machinery today, so it is essential that you choose only the ones that can your operation area.

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