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Bearing Search (NSK Online Catalog)
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  • 1—Types of Rolling Bearings
  • 1.1—Differentiating Rolling Bearings
  • 1.2—Rolling Elements
  • 2—Rolling Bearing Types and Characteristics
  • 2.1—Deep Groove Ball Bearings
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  • 2.3—Self-Aligning Ball Bearings
  • 2.4—Roller Bearings
  • 2.5—Thrust Bearings
  • 3—Loads and Loaded Zones
  • 4—Dynamic Load Ratings and Fatigue Life
  • 5—Bearing Designations
  • 6—Bearing Tolerances
  • 7—Fits and Internal Clearance
  • 8—Preload
  • 9—Lubrication
  • 9.1—Grease Lubrication
  • 9.2—Oil Lubrication
  • 10—Bearing Handling
  • 10.1—Mounting
  • 10.2—Dismounting
  • 11—Damage and Countermeasures
Introduction to Bearings
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Linear Motion Product Selection Tools (Ball Screws, NSK Linear Guides, Monocarriers) Megatorque Motors (Direct Drive Motors)
Click!Speedy™ Design Tool
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Research & Development

NSK's history of over 100 years is marked by the pursuit of new technology and constant quality improvement. Going forward, we will increase research and development activity with the central pillars of the Company in mind, which are strengthening technology development capabilities and more fully empowering our engineers to respond to market needs.

Philosophy & Achievements / Core Technologies

With technical expertise so much a part of our DNA, NSK has always poured major efforts into research and development.
Four core technology plus one

NSK Technical Review (the former NSK Technical Journal)

You can find our latest NSK Technical Reviews here. (The NSK Technical Journal has been published annually until now, was changed in online format as the NSK Technical Review from 2026. Past NSK Technical Journal also remain available.)
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