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Needle roller bearing NSK Y-188
- Manufacturer Part Number
- Y-188
- Brand
- NSKBrand we market
- Category
- Bearings
- Subcategory
- Needle roller bearing
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Description
NSK Y-188 is a needle roller bearing reference, within Bearings. Request a quote for Y-188 via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with lead time and equivalents.
The NSK Y series needle roller bearing is a radial bearing with a very small cross-section, designed to withstand high radial loads where available space is limited. It is used in applications where a conventional ball bearing will not fit, such as transmissions, pumps, machine tools and power transmission equipment. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this series in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and advises you on choosing the right size for your application.
The Y series designation is made up of the letter Y followed by a number that identifies the size and configuration of the bearing. For example, Y-2 1/24, Y-2 1/221/2, Y-34, Y-45, Y-47, Y-55, Y-64 and Y-66 are different variants within the same family. Each code may include suffixes that indicate design particularities, such as the type of sealing or the shape of the needles, but the letter Y and the base number are the main reference for identifying the product.
In Argentine industry, Y series needle roller bearings are found in transmission equipment, pumps, compressors, textile machines, elevators and agricultural machinery. Their ability to withstand radial loads in minimal spaces makes them ideal for gearboxes, camshafts and joints where the outer diameter is restricted. MR Accesorios Industriales sells them for replacement and maintenance in production plants, workshops and technical services throughout the country.
To select the right bearing, take into account the shaft diameter, the radial load it must withstand and the lubrication and sealing conditions. The Y series is usually mounted with an interference fit on the shaft and clearance in the housing, and requires adequate lubrication, either grease or oil, depending on the speed and working temperature. Alignment between shaft and housing is critical to avoid premature wear and noise.
If you need to replace a bearing from another brand, the NSK Y series may have equivalents with designations from other manufacturers. To find interchangeability, the best approach is to compare the main dimensions (bore, outer diameter and width) and the design type. At MR Accesorios Industriales we help you identify the compatible reference from the original code or a sample of the part.
To request a quote for your NSK Y series needle roller bearing, send us the full code on WhatsApp. At MR Accesorios Industriales we will reply promptly with availability and commercial terms. If you cannot find the exact size, write to us with the model or the dimensions you need and we will quote the corresponding reference.
This description provides guidance on the product type. Check the configuration and dimensions of this reference.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Send us the part number via WhatsApp and we'll confirm dimensions, sealing, and internal clearance against the manufacturer's data sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the Y designation mean in NSK bearings?
- The letter Y identifies the series of needle roller bearings with a reduced cross-section. The number that accompanies it indicates the size and configuration. Suffixes may indicate sealing or internal design variants. To interpret a full code, ask us on WhatsApp.
- Where are Y series needle roller bearings used?
- They are used in transmissions, pumps, compressors, machine tools and equipment where radial space is limited and radial loads are significant. In Argentina, they are common in industrial and agricultural machinery maintenance.
- How do I request a quote for an NSK Y series bearing?
- Write to us on WhatsApp with the full bearing code, for example Y-34 or Y-55. If you do not have it, send us the shaft and housing dimensions. At MR Accesorios Industriales we will quote you promptly.

