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Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearings: Heavy-Duty Rotation for Maximum Load Performance

What Is a Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearing?

A three-row roller slewing bearing is a high-load capacity bearing that consists of three separate raceways, each with its own roller set—one for axial loads, one for radial loads, and one for tilting moments. This design allows the loads to be distributed across three rows of rollers, significantly increasing load capacity and rigidity compared to single-row or double-row designs.

Three-row slewing bearings are commonly used in ultra-heavy-duty applications such as harbor cranes, offshore drilling platforms, ladle turrets, bucket wheel excavators, and wind turbine yaw systems.

Key Advantages of Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearings

Extreme Load Carrying Capacity

Each roller row is optimized for a specific load type, which ensures maximum utilization of the bearing’s internal structure. This makes it the preferred choice for equipment that endures continuous high stress.

High Stability and Rigidity

The separated load paths minimize raceway deformation and provide strong resistance against overturning moments, enabling precise and safe rotation under challenging conditions.

Extended Service Life

Due to even stress distribution and optimized material usage, these bearings offer improved fatigue life and durability—even under dynamic loads and variable speeds.

Versatility in Harsh Environments

Engineered with heavy sealing systems and surface treatments, they perform reliably in marine, mining, and steel plant conditions with exposure to heat, dust, and corrosive media.

Where Are They Used?

IndustryEquipment
Port LogisticsContainer cranes, ship loaders
Mining & ExcavationBucket wheel excavators, stackers
Offshore Oil & GasPipe handling equipment, drilling platforms
MetallurgyLadle turrets, slab turning devices
Wind PowerLarge yaw systems for offshore turbines

LDB’s Three-Row Slewing Bearing Portfolio

LDB is a top-tier manufacturer and global supplier of three-row roller slewing bearings, offering standard and custom-engineered solutions for large-scale equipment.

Product Specifications:

Outer diameter range: 800 mm – 5000 mm

Roller diameters: customized per application

Raceway precision: CNC-ground hardened steel

Gear types: external gear, internal gear, or gearless

Sealing: double-lip contact seals with grease retention

Surface treatment: black oxide, phosphate, or epoxy painting

All bearings are factory-lubricated and tested under simulated load conditions.

Typical Pricing and Considerations

Three-row slewing bearings involve higher raw material and machining costs due to their size and complexity. Pricing varies with:

Size and raceway design

Gear module and tooth hardness

Seal grade and coating requirement

Additional testing or documentation (e.g., ABS, DNV)

Typical Price Range: USD $2,000 – $20,000 per unit
For specialized offshore or certified products, costs may exceed this range.

To get a tailored quote, visit www.ldb-bearing.com.

Engineering & Customization Services

LDB offers full technical support from design to deployment:

Load simulation and life prediction (L10h method)

Material selection and gear customization

Bolt pattern optimization for heavy bases

Special packaging for offshore or export use

Clients receive full documentation including 2D/3D drawings, heat treatment certificates, and inspection reports.

Why Choose LDB?

Decades of experience in heavy-equipment bearings

In-house forging, heat treatment, and assembly

Exported to 40+ countries for major EPC and OEM projects

Flexible lead times and responsive technical team

LDB’s three-row roller slewing bearings are trusted by global manufacturers of cranes, excavators, and renewable energy systems.

Installation Tips

Ensure full support surface under bearing

Apply uniform torque across all mounting bolts

Use calibrated torque tools and recheck tension after 100 hours

Re-grease according to duty cycle and environmental exposure

Conclusion

Three-row roller slewing bearings are the ultimate choice for ultra-heavy load applications where safety, strength, and reliability cannot be compromised. Their robust construction and load-specialized raceways make them essential for mega-projects worldwide.

LDB delivers these high-capacity bearings with complete technical assurance, backed by global service and precision manufacturing. Let us power your next heavy-duty innovation—start at www.ldb-bearing.com.

Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearings: Heavy-Duty Rotation for Maximum Load Performance

What Is a Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearing?

A three-row roller slewing bearing is a high-load capacity bearing that consists of three separate raceways, each with its own roller set—one for axial loads, one for radial loads, and one for tilting moments. This design allows the loads to be distributed across three rows of rollers, significantly increasing load capacity and rigidity compared to single-row or double-row designs.

Three-row slewing bearings are commonly used in ultra-heavy-duty applications such as harbor cranes, offshore drilling platforms, ladle turrets, bucket wheel excavators, and wind turbine yaw systems.

Key Advantages of Three-Row Roller Slewing Bearings

Extreme Load Carrying Capacity

Each roller row is optimized for a specific load type, which ensures maximum utilization of the bearing’s internal structure. This makes it the preferred choice for equipment that endures continuous high stress.

High Stability and Rigidity

The separated load paths minimize raceway deformation and provide strong resistance against overturning moments, enabling precise and safe rotation under challenging conditions.

Extended Service Life

Due to even stress distribution and optimized material usage, these bearings offer improved fatigue life and durability—even under dynamic loads and variable speeds.

Versatility in Harsh Environments

Engineered with heavy sealing systems and surface treatments, they perform reliably in marine, mining, and steel plant conditions with exposure to heat, dust, and corrosive media.

Where Are They Used?

IndustryEquipment
Port LogisticsContainer cranes, ship loaders
Mining & ExcavationBucket wheel excavators, stackers
Offshore Oil & GasPipe handling equipment, drilling platforms
MetallurgyLadle turrets, slab turning devices
Wind PowerLarge yaw systems for offshore turbines

LDB’s Three-Row Slewing Bearing Portfolio

LDB is a top-tier manufacturer and global supplier of three-row roller slewing bearings, offering standard and custom-engineered solutions for large-scale equipment.

Product Specifications:

Outer diameter range: 800 mm – 5000 mm

Roller diameters: customized per application

Raceway precision: CNC-ground hardened steel

Gear types: external gear, internal gear, or gearless

Sealing: double-lip contact seals with grease retention

Surface treatment: black oxide, phosphate, or epoxy painting

All bearings are factory-lubricated and tested under simulated load conditions.

Typical Pricing and Considerations

Three-row slewing bearings involve higher raw material and machining costs due to their size and complexity. Pricing varies with:

Size and raceway design

Gear module and tooth hardness

Seal grade and coating requirement

Additional testing or documentation (e.g., ABS, DNV)

Typical Price Range: USD $2,000 – $20,000 per unit
For specialized offshore or certified products, costs may exceed this range.

To get a tailored quote, visit www.ldb-bearing.com.

Engineering & Customization Services

LDB offers full technical support from design to deployment:

Load simulation and life prediction (L10h method)

Material selection and gear customization

Bolt pattern optimization for heavy bases

Special packaging for offshore or export use

Clients receive full documentation including 2D/3D drawings, heat treatment certificates, and inspection reports.

Why Choose LDB?

Decades of experience in heavy-equipment bearings

In-house forging, heat treatment, and assembly

Exported to 40+ countries for major EPC and OEM projects

Flexible lead times and responsive technical team

LDB’s three-row roller slewing bearings are trusted by global manufacturers of cranes, excavators, and renewable energy systems.

Installation Tips

Ensure full support surface under bearing

Apply uniform torque across all mounting bolts

Use calibrated torque tools and recheck tension after 100 hours

Re-grease according to duty cycle and environmental exposure

Conclusion

Three-row roller slewing bearings are the ultimate choice for ultra-heavy load applications where safety, strength, and reliability cannot be compromised. Their robust construction and load-specialized raceways make them essential for mega-projects worldwide.

LDB delivers these high-capacity bearings with complete technical assurance, backed by global service and precision manufacturing. Let us power your next heavy-duty innovation—start at www.ldb-bearing.com.