Bearings play an integral role in extending the operational lifespan of machines across an array of industries while also reducing downtime and maintenance costs. They accomplish this action by limiting motion and reducing friction between two surfaces or adjacent components. With numerous variations in design, it is critical to choose a bearing with the capacity to handle the project in question. Moreover, the bearing material also plays a significant role in the assembly's utility. In this blog, we will discuss the several bearing materials that may be encountered in a commercial setting while also highlighting the best practices for how to choose one for a given application.

One-way clutch bearings are a category of bearing types that feature reverse stop motion and a one-way rotation function (which is where they got the name “one-way bearing”). The one-way clutch bearing is designed so that when its movement opposes the intended one-way direction, an immediate locking or disengagement motion occurs, arresting the system in place. In general, one-way clutch bearings boast low frictional torque, saving energy by avoiding losses.