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Bearing Selection Tool

Recommend bearing type from speed, load, and required life inputs.

Get a preliminary bearing type recommendation based on load composition, speed, and shaft size.

Bearing Selection Tool

Inputs

Results

Axial/Radial Load Ratio
0.17
DN Value (speed parameter)
45,000
Deep Groove Ball Bearing
Moderate combined loading, general-purpose duty — deep groove ball bearing is the versatile default choice.
This is a preliminary type-selection guide only. Final bearing selection must verify against manufacturer catalog L10 life calculation, lubrication method, mounting/preload requirements, and operating temperature.

⚠ For preliminary design and educational use only. Verify all results against applicable codes and standards before use in production or safety-critical applications.

About this calculator

Part of our Mechanical Calculators collection. Beams, bolts, springs, gears, bearings, and core ME calculations.

How it works

Recommends bearing type (deep-groove ball, angular contact, cylindrical roller, tapered roller) based on load, speed, required L10 life, and axial-to-radial ratio.

Enter your values in the inputs above and click CALCULATE. Results appear on the right without a page reload. No login and no server upload.

Privacy and accuracy

Every calculation runs locally in your browser. Your design data never leaves your device. Results are intended for preliminary engineering work. Always verify critical designs with qualified review and applicable standards before production use.

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