These bearings are exactly what our small manufacturing plant needed.Based on our own experience, we found these bearings to be pre-lubricated and ready to install. The miniature size was perfect for our delicate machinery and they run smoothly and quietly. The only downside we found was that they ARE a bit pricey, but they are well worth the investment in the long run. Overall we highly recommend these bearings to anyone looking for reliable miniature bearings in the Industrial and Scientific category..