Ball bearings are used to provide smooth, low friction motion in rotary applications.

Radial or deep groove bearings can handle radial and axial loads to varying degrees, but are typically used when the primary load is in the radial direction

Roller bearings are used in rotary applications to replace sliding movement with low friction, rolling motion.

Angular contact bearings are designed so that a contact angle between the races and the balls is formed when the bearing is in use

Needle roller bearings are designed for radial load applications where a low profile is desired

Linear bearings are used in applications where a component needs to be moved along a straight line with high accuracy

Miniature bearings and instrument bearings carry moderate radial and thrust loads at low operating torque while providing high performance in a small envelope design.