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