Needle roller and cage assemblies have a complement of needle rollers held in place by a cage. With no inner or outer ring, the low cross section provides maximum load-carrying capability within the smallest envelope. The mating shaft and housing are normally used as inner and outer raceways.

Applications

• Automotive and truck transmissions (automatic and manual)
• Agricultural and construction equipment
• Two-cycle engines (marine outboards, lawn and garden equipment)
• Pumps and compressors