In general, rolling NSK bearings themselves do not produce noise. The "NSK bearing noise" that is usually felt is actually the sound effect of the NSK bearing directly or indirectly vibrating with the surrounding structure. This is why many times noise problems can be considered as vibration problems involving the entire NSK bearing application.
Excitation due to changes in the number of loaded rolling elements
When a radial load is applied to an NSK bearing, the number of rolling elements carrying the load changes slightly during operation, which causes a shift in the load direction. The resulting vibration is unavoidable, but can be mitigated by axial preloading and applied to all rolling elements (not suitable for cylindrical roller NSK bearings).
Partial damage
Small parts of NSK bearing raceways and rolling elements may be damaged due to handling or installation errors. In operation, rolling through damaged NSK bearing components produces a specific vibration frequency. Vibration frequency analysis identifies damaged NSK bearing components. This principle has been applied to condition monitoring equipment to detect NSK bearing damage. To calculate the NSK bearing frequency, please refer to the calculation program "NSK Bearing Frequency".
Accuracy of related parts
In the case of a tight fit between the NSK bearing ring and the NSK bearing housing or the drive shaft, the NSK bearing ring may be deformed in accordance with the shape of the adjacent component. If deformation occurs, vibration may occur during operation.
Contaminant
If operating in a polluted environment, impurities may enter the NSK bearing and be crushed by the rolling elements. The degree of vibration generated depends on the amount, size and composition of the particles being crushed, although it does not produce a typical frequency form, but an irritating noise can be heard.
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