Stainless steel ball bearings, also known as stainless steel bearings are high precision-engineered bearings. They are specially designed for environments where exposure to moisture, chemicals, and harsh conditions could cause standard steel bearings to degrade or corrode. Robust and reliable, stainless steel bearings are a versatile type of bearing that is well suited to a wide variety of applications.

RS offer a great selection of stainless steel ball bearings in a variety of sizes and ratings. Our stainless steel bearings are available in standard open-type bearings or sealed and shielded versions for added protection from dust, dirt, and other harmful contaminants.

What Are The Different Types of Stainless Steel Ball Bearing?

• Deep Groove: Deep groove stainless steel ball bearings have a versatile design and can handle both radial and axial loads effectively
• Thrust: Stainless steel thrust bearings can handle axial loads which means they are designed to withstand forces acting in parallel to the bearings axis.
• Angular Contact: Stainless steel angular contact bearings are designed to accommodate both radial and axial loads at the same time.

Where Would I Use a Stainless Steel Ball Bearing?

The stainless steel construction makes them ideal for a wide range of environments where a standard steel bearing wouldn’t be suitable. Due to the materials wealth of desirable properties stainless steel bearings are perfect for more demanding applications. Some of the most common are

• Food processing equipment
• Marine equipment
• Chemical processing equipment
• Medical devices
• Machinery that could be exposed to the elements

Key Features and Benefits of a Stainless Steel Ball Bearing

• Corrosion resistant
• Hygienic and non-toxic
• Durable and hard-wearing
• Long lifespan
• Low maintenance