Bearings are a critical component in electric motors, as they enable the smooth and efficient rotation of the shaft within the motor. The choice of bearing type in an electric motor depends on the specific motor design, load conditions, operating environment, and other factors.

Thrust bearings are designed to accommodate axial loads, allowing components like motor shafts to withstand forces along the axis. Tapered roller bearings are found in electric motors that handle combined radial and axial loads, like those use din industrial gearboxes. Other type bearings like spherical roller bearings, needle roller bearings, self-aligning ball bearings, deep groove ball bearings, angular contact ball bearings are also commonly found in electrical motors.