| Bearings dimensions and Codes | ||||
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Measuring your bearing: Most bearings are measured in three ways, the inside diameter or (ID), the outside diameter or (OD) and the width or (W). It is important to note that our bearing measurements are all done in the following order: Inside diameter (ID) x Outside diameter (OD) x Width (W) |
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| Selecting correct bearing, it is important to understand bearing codes: | ||||
| Bearing manufacturers don't simply use these numbers to confuse you, they actually use these numbers to categorise bearings in a way in which from a glance its easy to know what a hearing is typically used for, how robust it is, and if its suited to the application its intended for. What is even better, is that if used properly, these codes transcend manufacturers, so if you're looking for a bearing and have the standard code it doesn't matter what the make is. Here is a little quick reference guide that explains these bearing codes in detail | ||||
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