Ball bearings are the most widely used type of bearings and are particularly versatile. They have low friction and are optimised for low noise and low vibration, allowing high speeds. They carry radial and axial loads in both directions, are easy to install and require less maintenance than other types of bearings. The bearings catalogue SKF lists a wide range of designs, variants and sizes of ball bearings. In addition to our catalog offerings, SKF Explorer ball bearings are customizable to offer benefits for applications with specific performance requirements.