Glossary

An inner ring is one of the two bearing rings in a rolling bearing. It is the inner component that houses the rolling elements and the cage of the bearing. The inner ring is closely connected to the shaft or the rotating component of the technical product on which the bearing is mounted.

• Question: What is the function of the inner ring in a rolling bearing?
  • Answer: The inner ring's function is to hold the rolling elements and the cage within the bearing, providing them with stable and precise guidance. It is closely connected to the rotating shaft or the moving component of the machine, allowing for the transmission of motion and forces between the bearing and the shaft.

• Question: How is the inner ring mounted in a rolling bearing?
  • Answer: The inner ring is typically mounted onto the shaft or the rotating component of the technical product. This can be done using various methods, such as press-fitting (sometimes with thermal assistance) or with the use of fastening elements, depending on the specific application's requirements.