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Medical precision bearings: These key factors determine performance and reliability

Medical devices place extremely high demands on the reliability of their components. With applications including surgical power tools, ventilators and heart pumps, precision bearings are among the critical components on which the safety of treated patients often directly depends, thus rendering the specification and selection of precisely fitting rolling bearings all the more important.

30/06/2023 10:47:24

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The development and approval of medical products is often a protracted and costly process. Each component must be consciously selected to meet the demands on performance and reliability, even after years of use under difficult ambient conditions and at high loads.

In addition to the special requirements of the application, designers must also consider factors such as corrosion resistance, lubrication, and the materials used for the ball bearings. With precisely fitting precision bearings, these reduce the risk of expensive redesigns and renewed approval processes, not to mention the consequences of a failure occurring in practical use.

Read the full article in DPA's July issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.