German wind turbine bearing suppliers: Schaeffler (FAG, INA), SKF Germany, Timken. Main bearings, pitch bearings, generator bearings.
German bearings dominate 70% of global wind turbine drivetrains. Schaeffler (FAG, INA brands), SKF Germany, and Timken supply main bearings rated for 20+ year lifetimes in 5-15MW turbines.
Schaeffler's spherical roller bearings handle 3MN dynamic load. FAG pitch bearings achieve 500,000+ cycles without failure. German bearings operate in -30°C to +50°C with automatic lubrication systems.
1. Schaeffler (FAG, INA) - Main bearings, gearbox bearings\n2. SKF Germany (Schweinfurt) - Generator bearings, housings\n3. Timken Germany - Tapered roller bearings\n4. Rothe Erde (ThyssenKrupp) - Yaw & pitch bearings\n5. INA - Needle roller bearings for gearboxes
Lead time: 12-20 weeks for custom bearings. Schaeffler offers 48-hour emergency shipping from German warehouses. All bearings come with: DNV-GL cert, material test reports, 10-year warranty.