Updated: Friday the 25th of May, 2012 SMB Bearings Ltd

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SMB Bearings Ltd
Unit 8 West Oxfordshire Industrial Park
Brize Norton
Oxon
OX18 3YJ

Tel: 0199 384 2555
Fax: 0199 384 2666
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We are one of the leading suppliers of miniature ball bearings for manufacturing, design and industrial applications in the UK and Europe. We have more than a quarter century of industry experience, and in addition to miniature bearings we also stock thin section, plastic, stainless steel and low noise electric motor bearings. Our in-depth product knowledge and expertise means we can save you time and money in choosing the correct bearing for your application. We can quote from descriptions or drawings as well as interpret manufacturer part numbers. We supply high precision EZO brand bearings as well as low-cost SMB China bearings. We keep high numbers of bearings in stock and can offer same-day worldwide despatch on most sizes. Our bearings are used in a wide variety of industries and applications, including automotive, bakery and other food machinery, bicycles, clocks, domestic appliances, fishing reels, precision instruments, medical equipment, remote controlled models and vacuum applications. We also offer bearing degreasing and re-lubrication services. We can clean all bearing surfaces as well as apply a wide range of specialised lubricants in accordance with your requirements. With our specialist equipment and years of experience, we can re-lubricate bearings of many different types, including needle roller, cylindrical, corrosion-resistant, thin section, miniature ball bearings and electric motor bearings. We can work with open and sealed bearings as well as those with non-removable shielding.

Electric Motor (EMQ) Bearings

We offer an extensive range of individually tested, chrome steel Electric Motor
Quality (EMQ) bearings in metric shaft sizes ranging from 5 mm up to 40 mm.






We can supply low noise (EMQ or V2) as well as extra low noise (EMQ2 or V3) bearings
designed for use with applications in which noise or vibration control is critical,
such as miniature motors for hard disk drives or servos.




Various radial play groups are available, with standard CN or loose C3 being the
most commonly stocked.






Our deep groove EMQ
radial ball bearings can stand up to heavy radial loads as well as moderate thrust
loads bi-directionally.

Flanged Miniature Bearings

We supply flanged miniature bearings, also known as instrument bearings, to fit
shaft sizes from 1 mm up to 9 mm. These bearings feature an outer ring flange that
facilitates location within a housing.






Open, sealed or shielded deep groove radial flanged miniature bearings are available
in chrome or stainless steel, with most sizes available in passivated stainless
steel for use in corrosive environments. Many can be supplied as hybrid bearings
with ceramic balls.




Our flanged miniature
bearings can stand heavy radial loads and moderate thrust loads in both directions.

Stainless Steel Bearings

As well as a comprehensive stock of miniature and thin-section bearings, we also
supply corrosion resistant stainless steel bearings for larger metric sizes from
10 mm to 50 mm. These are available as open, sealed or shielded. Additionally, shielded
or sealed bearings with food grade or very high temperature grease can be supplied.




Most sizes are available in passivated stainless steel for marine or other corrosive
environments. For very corrosive environments plastic or 316 stainless steel bearings
are also available.






These deep groove radial ball bearings can be used for heavy radial and moderate
thrust loads in both directions.

Plastic Metric Bearings

We supply plastic bearings to fit shaft sizes from 3 mm to 30 mm. These are generally
used when non-magnetic or corrosion resistant properties are required by an application
or environment.




A variety of materials
are used to manufacture our plastic bearings. The bearing types most frequently
used feature acetal resin rings and balls (POM) with nylon cages (PA66). Balls are
usually made of 316 stainless steel or glass.








We can supply plastic bearings to order with components made of different materials
to specification, including Polypropylene, PTFE or PEEK. Standard plastic bearings
are suitable for use with low speeds and low loads, in temperatures less than 90
degrees Celsius, while PTFE and PEEK can be used in environments up to 260 degrees
Celsius.






Plastic bearings normally are supplied open, but they can also be provided with
one acetal and one rubber seal.

Skate Bearings

We have used our many years of experience in manufacturing miniature, thin-section
and corrosion-resistant bearings to design and develop a range of high quality skate
bearings that offer outstanding value for money with high performance for roller
and inline skates, skateboards and Heelys.






Our skate bearings are lightly lubricated with free running grease, and offer easy
rotation with EMQ noise rating, C3 radial play and P5 ISO/Abec rating. The types
of skate bearings we manufacture are:



Chrome steel with steel balls and nylon cage



Chrome steel with ceramic balls and nylon cage (Hybrid)



Stainless steel with stainless steel balls and cage for more corrosion resistance



Micro / Heely bearings of chrome steel with steel balls and nylon cage

Miniature Thrust Bearings

We supply miniature thrust bearings, also known as axial bearings, for shaft sizes
between 3 mm to 10 mm. These are usually manufactured from SAE52100 chrome steel
with brass retainers, but we can also supply them in stainless steel on special
order.




We supply miniature thrust bearings with grooved washers to fit shaft sizes from
3 mm to 10 mm, and miniature thrust bearings with flat washers to fit shaft sizes
from 5 mm to 10 mm.

Extended Inner Ring Bearings

Extended inner ring miniature bearings are available for shaft sizes from 0.0469
inch to 0.3125 inch. These bearings feature an extended inner ring that is 0.0312"
wider than the outer ring.




Able to stand up to heavy radial and moderate thrust loads in both directions, these
deep groove bearings are normally supplied in stainless steel but we can also provide
them in chrome steel.

Taper O.D Bearings

Our taper O.D. bearings are available for shaft sizes from 0.125 inch to 0.3125
inch, and are usually supplied in chrome steel but may also be available in stainless
steel.






These bearings feature a wider or extended inner ring, and a flanged outer ring
that is tapered slightly for fitting into sheet metal or soft steel. They are able
to handle heavy radial and moderate thrust loads in both directions.


Detailed Information
Registration Number: 2623650
VAT Number: 596201140
Established: 01/12/1990
No of Employees: 1-10
Annual Turnover: 500k-1m

Importers: Yes
Exporters: Yes
Company Type:
  • Distributor
  • Stockholder
  • Service Providers

Brand & Trade Names
  • EZO - A Japanese specialist manufacturer of miniature, thin-section and corrosion resistant bearings

Primary Market Areas
  • Engineering & Automotive

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