Bearings & Lubrication

We sell the very same bearings that we use in our shop. These are noise tested, properly lubricated and always appropriate for the application.  When you buy from us, as opposed to the local "bearing guy", you can be sure you are getting a part which is fit for use in recording equipment - the right bearing for the job. While there are instances when the utmost precision is called for, modern computerized manufacturing has dramatically improved the quality and precision of mass produced ball bearings. This fact has rendered some of the old ABEC precision classifications unnecessary. The typical ABEC 1 bearing produced today in Japan, will meet or exceed the (obsolete) ABEC 3 classification and more often than not will meet the abec 5 classification. We don't believe in selling or employing a very expensive, precision abec 7 class bearing for use in a mundane reel motor application when a first quality, electric motor grade bearing (abec 1) will more than do the job. Shipped to you sealed in plastic and well cushioned, you must handle miniature bearings with care.  Dirt, moisture and the improper use of force when installing a miniature bearing are sure to leave you with a noisy and short lived part. We cannot be responsible for how you do your job, so please understand, ONCE YOU OPEN THE PACKAGE, THERE ARE NO RETURNS.  If you don't know how to properly handle and install precision bearings, remember you are purchasing at your own risk and might want to consider letting us do the job. Countries of origin for bearings which we use and sell will generally be USA, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, Taiwan and/or Singapore. We will not use (or sell) bearings made in mainland China and neither should you!