Can a rifle bearing fan be used horizontally?

[OWEN10578]

I know if a sleeve bearing fan is positioned horizontally it will fail, but will a rifle bearing be okay?

 

[aredflyingbird]

I know if a sleeve bearing fan is positioned horizontally it will fail, but will a rifle bearing be okay?

Yes, you can use them horizontally.

Rifle bearing fans are similar to sleeve bearing, but are quieter and have almost as much lifespan as ball bearings. The bearing has a spiral groove in it that pumps fluid from a reservoir. This allows them to be safely mounted horizontally (unlike sleeve bearings), since the fluid being pumped lubricates the top of the shaft. The pumping also ensures sufficient lubricant on the shaft, reducing noise, and increasing lifespan.

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_fan

 

[OWEN10578]

I know if a sleeve bearing fan is positioned horizontally it will fail, but will a rifle bearing be okay?

Yes, you can use them horizontally.

Rifle bearing fans are similar to sleeve bearing, but are quieter and have almost as much lifespan as ball bearings. The bearing has a spiral groove in it that pumps fluid from a reservoir. This allows them to be safely mounted horizontally (unlike sleeve bearings), since the fluid being pumped lubricates the top of the shaft. The pumping also ensures sufficient lubricant on the shaft, reducing noise, and increasing lifespan.

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_fan

Oh, ok. I didn't know that, all I know is that a rifle is similar to a sleeve bearing. Thanks for the quick reply!