How to Correctly Mount and Dismount Bearings
Mounting and Dismounting of Bearings is an essential procedure that involves specific tools and techniques needed to correctly install and remove bearings. Proper mounting of bearings is essential. Using the wrong techniques can significantly reduce your bearing’s service life, leading to bearing damage and failure, costing more time and money through unplanned downtime and replacing the bearing. How to Mount Bearings correctly? Mounting a bearing is a critical stage of the bearing life cycle. Using specialized tools maximises the chances of success and the bearing’s service life. The following process can be followed to mount bearings correctly. Clean the Shaft and Housing - Before mounting a bearing, clean the shaft and housing with a solvent and clean cloth. Apply Lubricant - Apply a thin layer of lubricant to the shaft and housing, ensuring the lubricant is evenly distributed. Check Fit - Verify that the bearing and shaft/housing are the correct fit by measuring the inner a...