Babbitted Bearings offers a comprehensive exploration of babbitted (white metal) bearings, covering plain journal radial bearings and tilting pad thrust bearings. The course delves into the science, engineering, and practical applications of these bearings, highlighting materials of construction, design considerations, and installation techniques.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand bearing construction, including different styles of babbitted bearings
• Determine when different bearing designs are applied
• Identify best practices for bearing installation
• Understand root causes of high bearing temperature and bearing failure

Who Should Attend?

Engineers
Maintenance Professionals
Operations Professionals
Procurement Professionals
Managers

Knowledge Level:

Introductory

Completion Certificate:

6 PDH

Chapter Summaries:

CHAPTER 1: FUNDAMENTAL BEARING PRINCIPLES

Comprehensive exploration of bearing types, assembly procedures, load considerations, lubrication requirements, and the impact of friction on bearing performance.

CHAPTER 2: BEARING DESIGN

Extensive coverage of main bearing styles including journal, tilting pad journal, combined journal and thrust, and tilting pad thrust bearings. Emphasis on lubrication methods, assembly techniques, and critical tolerances for optimal performance.

CHAPTER 3: BEARING MATERIALS

In-depth examination of bearing materials such as white metal, bronze, PTFE, and composites. Analysis of material characteristics, alloys used, safety protocols, and handling practices.

CHAPTER 4: BEARING INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

Detailed exploration of tools and techniques for proper bearing installation. Topics include scraper tools, inspection instruments, fitting checks, clearance measurement methods, and alignment procedures.

CHAPTER 5: BEARING FAILURE

Comprehensive coverage of common failure modes including contamination, overloading, overheating, and the role of clearances and inspections in preventing premature failure. Emphasis on maintenance practices and their impact on bearing integrity.

This is an on-demand pay-per-view course (one-time access to each course segment for a period of 30 days from first login).
Duration: 10-14 Hours