Bearing Pullers

Bearing pullers are essential bearing removal tools for removing bearings, pulleys, gears, and other tightly fitted components from industrial machinery. These tools are designed to make the bearing removal process fast, efficient, and safe, minimising the risk of damage to both the component and the shaft.

Types of Bearing Pullers

RS carries a wide range of industrial bearing pullers, including hydraulic bearing pullers, internal bearing pullers, and mechanical bearing pullers. From small bearing pullers to full bearing puller sets, we provide tools suited for various removal tasks across industries.

Hydraulic Bearing Pullers

Hydraulic bearing pullers use hydraulic pressure to deliver powerful pulling force, making the bearing removal process faster, safer, and less physically demanding. They are ideal for extracting tightly fitted bearings, pulleys, gears, and other press-fitted parts without damaging the shaft or housing.

Applications: Commonly used in industrial environments for removing hard-to-reach or stubborn bearings in manufacturing, mining, and heavy machinery maintenance.

Internal Bearing Pullers

Internal bearing pullers are designed to remove grooved ball bearings from shafts or housings without the need to dismantle the surrounding components. Their specialised jaws grip the inner race securely, allowing precise and damage-free extraction.

Applications: Used in situations where bearings are located deep inside a shaft or housing, such as in motors, gearboxes, and pumps.

Bearing Puller Kits

Also known as a bearing puller set, bearing puller kits provide a complete range of components required for efficient bearing removal. These kits typically include various puller arms, forcing screws, and adaptors, offering versatility for different sizes and types of bearings. They provide convenience and cost-efficiency for users who need multiple tools in one package.

Applications: Suitable for general maintenance, automotive repairs, and industrial machinery servicing where different puller sizes are required.

Mechanical Bearing Pullers

Mechanical bearing pullers use a threaded screw mechanism to apply pulling force, making them reliable for removing bearings, pulleys, and gears in various maintenance tasks. Available in two-arm and three-arm designs, they offer flexibility—three arms provide better load distribution, while two arms are ideal for confined spaces.

Applications: Commonly used in automotive repair, small machinery maintenance, and workshops where precision and compact tools are essential.

How to Choose the Right Bearing Pullers

Selecting the right bearing puller is essential for safe, efficient, and damage-free removal. The right tool ensures you apply the correct force, protect surrounding components, and work efficiently—whether you’re dealing with automotive repairs, industrial machinery, or general maintenance. Factors such as bearing type, size, load capacity, and puller mechanism all influence the choice.

Consider the Type of Bearing to Be Removed

The first step is identifying whether you’re working with an internal or external bearing.

• Internal bearings are fitted inside a housing or deep within a shaft. These require internal bearing pullers that expand inside the bearing and pull it outwards.
• External bearings are mounted on the outside of a shaft or housing and can be removed with external bearing pullers, which grip around the outside edge.

Choosing the wrong type can lead to damaged bearings or surrounding components, so match your puller to the bearing position.

Choose the Right Size and Load Capacity

A puller must match the bearing size to apply force evenly and prevent slippage.

• Matching sizes: Check the tool’s capacity range to ensure it grips securely without overstretching or under-gripping.
• Load capacity: Select a puller with a load rating that can handle the required force for removal. Too low a capacity can cause the puller to fail under pressure, while too high may risk damaging delicate components.

Manual vs Hydraulic Bearing Pullers

The choice between manual and hydraulic bearing pullers depends on the task’s scale and difficulty.

• Manual pullers are compact, cost-effective, and ideal for light-duty applications such as automotive maintenance and small machinery repairs.
• Hydraulic pullers provide higher pulling force with less physical effort, making them better suited for heavy-duty, industrial, or tightly fitted bearings.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Bearing Pullers

• Buying the Wrong Type of Puller for the Application: Different bearings and their positions require specific puller types, such as jaw pullers, hydraulic pullers, or blind hole pullers. Using the wrong one can cause damage to the bearing, the component, or even the puller itself.
• Choosing the Wrong Size of Puller: Every puller has a maximum weight and diameter capacity. Exceeding these limits can result in puller failure, injury, and ineffective removal.
• Overlooking Load Capacity: Ensure the puller’s load capacity matches the bearing size and working environment to prevent tool breakage or unsafe operation.
• Ignoring Essential Accessories: Some bearing pullers require additional attachments, adapters, or tools (e.g., slide hammers, hydraulic pumps) for certain applications. Missing these accessories can limit functionality and efficiency.

Common Uses and Applications

Automotive and Engineering

Bearing pullers are indispensable in automotive repairs, such as removing bearings from engine shafts, wheel hubs, or transmission components. In engineering workshops, they help extract bearings from rotating machinery parts without damaging other components.

Manufacturing and Industrial Maintenance

In manufacturing plants and production lines, bearing pullers are used to remove worn or damaged bearings from conveyor systems, motors, and industrial machines. This ensures smooth operation and minimises costly downtime during maintenance.

Mining and Heavy Machinery

In mining operations, construction sites, and other heavy-duty environments, hydraulic bearing pullers are relied upon to remove large, stubborn bearings from crushers, excavators, and other heavy machinery. Their high pulling force makes them essential for safe and efficient maintenance in challenging conditions.

Buy Bearing Pullers at RS Australia

RS is a trusted bearing puller supplier in Australia, offering a wide range of high-quality tools from leading brands like Facom, SAM and SKF. Our competitively priced selection includes mechanical pullers, hydraulic pullers, and tool sets, ensuring you have the right solution for your specific application.

In addition to bearing pullers, we also stock essential accessories such as grounding straps, pressure sensors, and motor starters to support safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance operations across various industries.

Order your bearing pullers and accessories online today and enjoy fast, local delivery across Australia or convenient click-and-collect from your nearest RS branch. For details on how to place your order, estimated delivery times, and service fees, please refer to our Delivery Page.