The influence of the lubrication on the vibroacoustic signal generated by rolling bearings

Long-life and failure-free operation of rolling bearings depends on the proper lubrication. Additionally lubrication reduces vibration and noise generated by the operating bearing. However, from the point of view of the post-production diagnostics, lubrication can lead to undesirable masking of damage and manufacturing defects. This article presents the comparison of parameters of vibroacoustic signals generated by tapered roller bearings under different lubrication conditions. The influence of the lubricant on the form of vibroacoustic signals in both amplitude and frequency terms was determined. The premises on the choice of the lubricant for the post-production diagnostics of rolling bearings have also been specified.