Technical Resource

Bearing Selection Guide for OEM & Distributors

Use this guide to match common industrial applications to BLD Bearing product lines, then open the linked catalog page for series dimensions and model quotes.

How to select

  1. 1.Define the primary load (radial, axial, or combined) and whether misalignment or shock is expected.
  2. 2.Note speed, sealing needs (open / ZZ / 2RS), and mounting style (shaft seat vs housed unit).
  3. 3.Pick a product line below, then shortlist series and sample models for RFQ.
  4. 4.Send models, quantities, and destination to sales@bldbearing.com for a 24-hour response.

Application → product line

ApplicationProduct lineSample models
Electric motors, pumps, gearmotorsDeep groove ball bearings6204-2RS, 6308-ZZ, 6005-RS
Wheel hubs, ag gearboxes, construction drivesTapered roller bearings30206, 32210, 30308
Conveyors, fans, farm shaft supportPillow block & insert unitsUCP205, UCF208, UC210
Instruments and micro motorsMiniature bearings608-ZZ, 625-2RS, MR126
Heavy radial spindles and gearboxesCylindrical roller bearingsNJ208EM, NU311, NUP2210
Mining screens, shock and misalignmentSpherical roller bearings22208CA, 22316, 23024
Machine-tool spindles, precision pumpsAngular contact ball bearings7214AC/DB, 7005C, 7308AC
Presses, vertical shafts, turntablesThrust ball bearings51108, 51206, 52208
Hydraulic cylinders and linkagesRod end bearingsSI16T/K, POS20EC, SA20ES

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