Bearing Load Calculator
Enter the radial load and the distances from the load to each bearing to calculate the bearing load on a two-bearing system. This tool helps you determine how the load is distributed between two bearings placed on either side of a radial load.
Bearing Load Calculator
Bearing Load 1 (R1): โ
Bearing Load 2 (R2): โ
Two-Bearing System Diagram
Bearing Load Formula
To find the bearing loads in a radial shaft system, use the following formulas:
Bearing Load 1
R1 = (L2 ร P) / (L1 + L2)
Bearing Load 2
R2 = (L1 ร P) / (L1 + L2)
Where:
- R1 and R2 are the loads on Bearing 1 and Bearing 2, respectively.
- P is the total radial load applied between the bearings.
- L1 is the distance from Bearing 1 to the load.
- L2 is the distance from Bearing 2 to the load.
Example Calculation
For clarity, let's use this example data:
Input Data
- Radial Load (P): 300 N
- Distance to Bearing 1 (L1): 7 meters
- Distance to Bearing 2 (L2): 8 meters
Calculations
Bearing Load 1:
R1 = (8 ร 300) / (7 + 8) = 2400 / 15 = 160 N
Bearing Load 2:
R2 = (7 ร 300) / (7 + 8) = 2100 / 15 = 140 N
This tool provides an easy way to calculate the load distribution between two bearings, aiding in the design and analysis of radial shaft systems.
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