Angular Contact Ball B. SKF 7201 BEP

The SKF 7201 BEP single-row angular contact ball bearing combines a 12 mm bore with a 40-degree contact angle to accommodate radial and unilateral axial loads.

The 7201 BEP angular contact ball bearing is an open, single-row radial rolling bearing made from standard bearing steel (100Cr6). With compact main dimensions of 12 mm inner diameter and 32 mm outer diameter, and a width of 10 mm, the design is suitable for shaft mountings subject to combined loads. The outer ring has neither a flange nor a ring groove. Thanks to its manufacture to standard tolerances (P0/PN or ABEC 1), the component can be integrated with a precise fit into standardised housings and assemblies used in drive and machine technology.

What is the 7201 BEP angular contact ball bearing suitable for in industrial applications?

This single-row angular contact ball bearing simultaneously accommodates radial loads and axial forces in one direction. Thanks to the asymmetrical shoulder design of the raceways, the design effectively supports axial guiding and retaining forces. A primary area of application is shaft arrangements subject to combined loads in a defined preferred direction. As this is an open bearing, it is incorporated into designs featuring external housing seals and a targeted lubricant supply.

What is the function of the 40-degree contact angle and the polyamide cage?

The nominal contact angle of 40 degrees gives the BEP design a high axial load capacity compared with designs featuring a smaller angle. SKF utilises a polyamide cage, which reduces friction during operation and ensures a low weight. The component is designed for a temperature range of –20 to +120 degrees Celsius. During assembly, the installation direction must be observed, as single-row bearings can only accommodate axial forces in one direction.