Global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing Market Growth 2026-2032
Description
The global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market size is predicted to grow from US$ 2803 million in 2025 to US$ 3936 million in 2032; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2026 to 2032.
In 2024, global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing production reached approximately 110,000 k units，with an average global market price of around US$ 25 per unit, a single-line production capacity of approximately 6 million units/year, and a gross profit margin of approximately 16%. Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing is a type of rolling bearing designed to support axial loads in one direction only, while allowing smooth rotation with minimal friction. It consists of a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a set of steel balls retained by a cage. The raceways of both washers are precision-ground to form a contact angle that efficiently transmits axial forces along the bearing axis. These bearings are commonly used in applications where axial load support and precise positioning are required, such as automotive clutches, machine tool spindles, and gear mechanisms. However, they cannot accommodate radial loads or axial loads in the opposite direction, which distinguishes them from double direction thrust ball bearings.
The Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market is driven by steady demand from industries such as automotive, industrial machinery, heavy equipment, and precision instruments, where reliable axial load support is essential. These bearings are valued for their simple structure, high load-bearing capacity, and low friction characteristics, making them suitable for applications requiring smooth, accurate rotational motion under axial forces. Market growth is supported by ongoing advancements in bearing materials, heat treatment, and lubrication technology, which enhance durability and efficiency. Additionally, the rising adoption of automation and high-speed machinery continues to create new opportunities for single direction thrust ball bearings across global manufacturing sectors.
LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales in 2025, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales for 2026 through 2032. With Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Steel
Copper
Others
Segmentation by Application:
Automotive
Aerospace
Rail
Medical Equipment
Mining
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
NTN
SKF
NSK
Schaeffler
Timken
NACHI
JTEKT
AST Bearings
TPI Bearings
Kitanihon Seiki
ZKL Group
KML Bearing USA
KRW
CHG
RKB Bearing
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market?
What factors are driving Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing break out by Type, by Application?
Please note: The report will take approximately 2 business days to prepare and deliver.
In 2024, global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing production reached approximately 110,000 k units，with an average global market price of around US$ 25 per unit, a single-line production capacity of approximately 6 million units/year, and a gross profit margin of approximately 16%. Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing is a type of rolling bearing designed to support axial loads in one direction only, while allowing smooth rotation with minimal friction. It consists of a shaft washer, a housing washer, and a set of steel balls retained by a cage. The raceways of both washers are precision-ground to form a contact angle that efficiently transmits axial forces along the bearing axis. These bearings are commonly used in applications where axial load support and precise positioning are required, such as automotive clutches, machine tool spindles, and gear mechanisms. However, they cannot accommodate radial loads or axial loads in the opposite direction, which distinguishes them from double direction thrust ball bearings.
The Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market is driven by steady demand from industries such as automotive, industrial machinery, heavy equipment, and precision instruments, where reliable axial load support is essential. These bearings are valued for their simple structure, high load-bearing capacity, and low friction characteristics, making them suitable for applications requiring smooth, accurate rotational motion under axial forces. Market growth is supported by ongoing advancements in bearing materials, heat treatment, and lubrication technology, which enhance durability and efficiency. Additionally, the rising adoption of automation and high-speed machinery continues to create new opportunities for single direction thrust ball bearings across global manufacturing sectors.
LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales in 2025, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales for 2026 through 2032. With Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Steel
Copper
Others
Segmentation by Application:
Automotive
Aerospace
Rail
Medical Equipment
Mining
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
NTN
SKF
NSK
Schaeffler
Timken
NACHI
JTEKT
AST Bearings
TPI Bearings
Kitanihon Seiki
ZKL Group
KML Bearing USA
KRW
CHG
RKB Bearing
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market?
What factors are driving Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing break out by Type, by Application?
Please note: The report will take approximately 2 business days to prepare and deliver.
Table of Contents
121 Pages
- *This is a tentative TOC and the final deliverable is subject to change.*
- 1 Scope of the Report
- 2 Executive Summary
- 3 Global by Company
- 4 World Historic Review for Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing by Geographic Region
- 5 Americas
- 6 APAC
- 7 Europe
- 8 Middle East & Africa
- 9 Market Drivers, Challenges and Trends
- 10 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis
- 11 Marketing, Distributors and Customer
- 12 World Forecast Review for Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearing by Geographic Region
- 13 Key Players Analysis
- 14 Research Findings and Conclusion
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