Precision Bearings Driving The Medical Industry

In the Medical industry, the sustained performance and reliable safety of equipment is of utmost importance. There are numerous precision medical bearings used in medical instruments, medical devices and machinery. These medical instruments and devices are used by medical professionals everyday with their patients, be it a drill at the dentist, an MRI machine, or even an adjustable bed. Medical professionals need to be able to rely on their equipment to assure the safety and well being of the patients in their care. This is especially true given today's climate. Hospitals and healthcare systems around the world are under more pressure than ever and have been close to 100% capacity in the past year. During this extremely challenging, high pressure time, more than ever our medical equipment must perform effectively and consistently. This is where precision medical bearings are of utmost importance.

As such, Medical Equipment Manufacturers must make sure they are choosing the best, high quality medical bearings for their applications. Within this blog we will explore why it is important for medical manufactures to choose the right bearings within the Medical industry and give some examples of the different types of bearings you may find being used in medical instruments, medical devices and machinery that are driving the industry.

Choosing The Right Bearings For Your Application

Depending on the machine or device, the bearing a manufacturer should choose can vary widely. It is vitally important that the right medical bearing is selected; the wrong bearing would drastically affect the effectiveness and performance of the equipment and in the wrong application the bearing could even fail. For example, MRI scanners require the precision bearings to be non-magnetic, so manufacturers are likely to choose a full ceramic bearing. Any metal/magnetic material in this application could have significant consequences. In handheld medical equipment however, stainless-steel Miniature Deep Groove bearings are more common. Stainless-steel bearings are common in medical devices and in the industry in general as they will not rust with repeated cleaning.

In medical equipment with rotating aspects, like dental drills and surgical equipment, accuracy is very important in these cases, manufacturers may choose a Precision Bearing. While there are cheaper options, they are less accurate and are inconsistent in quality which makes them a poor, and even dangerous option for precision applications like these.

Several scanners and other equipment use Linear Bearings to glide up and down smoothly at precise speeds for example, when scanning patients. Due to technological advances, a lot of these machines are becoming streamlined and are getting smaller. This means that the bearings too have to get smaller. With this in mind, IKO has a range of compact linear motion products in their miniature range to cater for the technological advances in machinery.

Here at Quality Bearings Online, we offer the best in brands and quality when it comes to finding the perfect bearings for your application whether it is for use in the medical industry or others:

Stainless Steel Bearings

We offer a comprehensive range of Stainless Steel Bearings from top manufacturers SKF, FAG, and ZEN. These bearings are engineered for durability and resistance to corrosion, making them ideal for diverse applications in the medical industry. These precision medical bearings are engineering and top-quality materials, ensuring a consistently reliable performance.

• SKF
• FAG
• ZEN

Precision Bearings

Discover our precision bearings from industry leaders SKF, NSK, and FAG. Our collection includes bearings renowned for durability, reliability, and performance across various applications. From SKF's robust designs to NSK's precision and efficiency and FAG's engineered solutions, our precision medical bearings offer unmatched reliability and efficiency.

• SKF
• NSK
• FAG

Linear Bearings

At Quality Bearings Online, we stock a selection of superior IKO Linear Bearings, esteemed for their precision engineering and reliability in motion control systems. From miniature to heavy-duty applications, our range includes linear guides, brushing, slide units and cam and roller followers, ensuring smoothness, accuracy, and durability. These are highly trusted medical bearings for the industry.

• IKO

Hopefully this blog shed light on the importance of precision medical bearings on applications in the industry. Whether it’s dentistry, hospital care or for general usage in the sector, medical bearings play a vital role in the provision of healthcare services across the globe. If you have any further questions on the products and brands we supply,  get in contact with us and a member of our trusted team will be able to assist you.

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