**NTN Angular Contact Ball Bearings: Precision Performance for Demanding Applications**

NTN Corporation, a global leader in bearing technology, delivers unmatched precision and reliability with its high-performance **Angular Contact Ball Bearings**. Engineered to accommodate combined radial and axial loads, these bearings are optimized for applications requiring high-speed operation, rigidity, and precise axial positioning. Their unique design—featuring contact angles between the races and balls—enables superior load distribution, reduced friction, and extended service life, making them indispensable in industrial machinery, automotive systems, and precision equipment.

### **Technical Features & Design Innovations**
NTN’s Angular Contact Ball Bearings are designed with several critical features to enhance performance:
– **Optimized Contact Angles (15°, 25°, 30°, or 40°)** – The angle determines load capacity and speed capability, with steeper angles handling higher axial loads.
– **High-Grade Materials** – Manufactured from premium steel or specialty alloys, these bearings resist wear, fatigue, and thermal deformation.
– **Precision Grinding & Superfinishing** – Raceways and balls undergo ultra-precise machining to minimize vibration and noise, critical for high-speed applications.
– **Cage Design Options** – Choices include pressed steel, machined brass, or polymer cages to suit different lubrication and speed requirements.
– **Sealed or Open Configurations** – Options with shields or seals protect against contamination while retaining lubricant for maintenance-free operation.

### **Performance Advantages**
NTN’s Angular Contact Ball Bearings excel in demanding environments due to:
– **High-Speed Capability** – Low friction and heat generation allow stable performance at elevated RPMs.
– **Enhanced Rigidity** – The bearing’s axial stiffness supports precise shaft positioning, crucial for machine tools and robotics.
– **Durability Under Combined Loads** – Unlike radial bearings, angular contact designs efficiently manage simultaneous radial and thrust forces.
– **Customizable Preload Options** – Adjustable internal clearance ensures optimal performance for specific applications, reducing deflection and vibration.

### **Typical Applications**
These bearings are widely used across industries where precision and reliability are critical:
– **Industrial Machinery** – Machine tool spindles, CNC equipment, pumps, and compressors benefit from high rigidity and accuracy.
– **Automotive Systems** – Wheel hubs, transmissions, and electric vehicle (EV) motors rely on these bearings for high-load and high-speed performance.
– **Aerospace & Robotics** – Actuators, rotary tables, and robotic joints demand the low-friction, high-precision characteristics of angular contact designs.
– **Energy & Heavy Equipment** – Wind turbine gearboxes and construction machinery utilize their robust load-bearing capacity.

### **Why Choose NTN?**
With decades of expertise in bearing innovation, NTN combines advanced materials, precision engineering, and rigorous testing to deliver bearings that outperform in extreme conditions. Whether for high-speed automation, electric mobility, or heavy industrial use, NTN Angular Contact Ball Bearings provide the durability, efficiency, and precision needed to keep systems running smoothly.

For applications where performance cannot be compromised, NTN’s Angular Contact Ball Bearings set the industry standard.