At the very heart of the fan – both literally and figuratively – is the bearing that enables the rotor to turn. A typical fan will need to make a significant number of rotations during its lifetime, so a lot gets asked of the bearing. It is therefore crucial that it is up to the task.
There are many types of fans, including:
- Sleeve bearings
- Ball bearings
In this whitepaper from CUI Devices, discover the pros and cons of these fans.