FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you also manufacture products according to customer requirements?
Yes, we have excellent expertise in manufacturing products tailored to customer requirements. We provide detailed consultation to our customers and can recommend additional assembly parts that may help reduce the number of components. We also accommodate deliveries in small quantities.
Can you supply non-magnetic bearings?
Except for a few exceptions, all bearings from Kashima Bearings Inc. are non-magnetic. We recommend using balls made of glass, ceramic, or plastic in such cases.
Do you produce oil-free bearings that do not need to be lubricated with grease and/or lubricants?
Most plastic bearings from Kashima Bearings Inc. are oil-free and do not require lubrication. Additionally, they can be used in oil, grease, water, and other liquids.
Can you supply bearings made of chemical-resistant materials?
Kashima Bearings Inc. can provide bearings made of materials that can withstand almost all chemicals. Please inform us of the specific chemical you intend to use, and we will be happy to advise you on the most suitable bearing material.
Do you have bearings made of materials with high corrosion resistance?
The advantage of plastics is that they do not rust. Please specify the conditions under which you intend to use the ball bearings, and we will be happy to advise you on the suitable bearing material.
Do you have bearings that can also be processed with metals without suffering damage?
While it depends on the type of metal, we have some materials that can be processed with metals without suffering damage. We also have materials suitable for soft metals. Please provide us with more details about your specific requirements, and we will be happy to advise you on the most suitable bearing material.
Do you have bearings that can be used in gasoline or alcohol?
Yes, we have bearings that can be used in gasoline or alcohol. We also have some bearings that are compatible with other organic solvents.
Do you produce bearings that can be used in food production facilities?
While there are only a few materials suitable for the food industry available for selection, we are able to provide some bearings suitable for this product area.
Do you have bearings that are UV resistant?
Do you produce bearings that can be used in saltwater?
We produce some plastic bearings that can be used in saltwater. When using them, care must be taken to ensure that no foreign substances, such as seaweed residues, adhere to them.
We are looking for miniature plastic bearings. What is the smallest size available in your product range?
The smallest size of our plastic bearings is the version with a 3 mm inner diameter, 10 mm outer diameter, and 4 mm thickness.
Do you have plastic bearings in larger sizes?
Kashima Bearings Inc. manufactures bearings with maximum dimensions of 150 mm outer diameter and 120 mm inner diameter. It should be noted that the load capacity of plastic bearings does not increase proportionally with size.
Are there any issues with using bearings in completely dry environmental conditions?
Our plastic bearings are also suitable for use in dry environmental conditions.
What information do you need for material selection?
For selecting the most suitable materials, we require more details about the rotational speed, loads, temperature, and atmospheric conditions (e.g., dry, humid, specific chemicals to be used, etc.).