The self-aligning bearing consists of a self-aligning bolt, a top plate (top of the self-aligning bearing) and a base plate (bottom of the self-aligning bearing).

The self-centering, self-aligning bolt allows the top plate and thus the load carrier to follow horizontal displacements (e.g. due to temperature fluctuations). The construction of the self-aligning bolt creates a restoring force which is dependent on the size of the displacement and the applied load. If the load support is displaced by more than 4 mm (up to 5 t rated load), 7 mm (up to 13 t rated load) or 10 mm (up to 60 t rated load) in the horizontal direction, measures for restricting sideways play (e.g. stops) must be implemented in the construction of the load carrier. Suitable measures must be provided on the construction of the load carrier to prevent it from raising up.

The load cell is not included in the scope of delivery of the self-aligning bearing.