Deep Groove Ball Bearings SKF 16022 /C3

The SKF 16022 /C3 deep groove ball bearing, measuring 110x170x19 mm, offers a space-saving bearing solution for high speeds and thermal loads.

The 16022 /C3 deep groove ball bearing is a single-row radial ball bearing made from standard rolling-element steel (100Cr6) in SKF’s Explorer series. Thanks to the narrow design of the 160 series, with a bore of 110 mm, an outside diameter of 170 mm and a width of just 19 mm, this rolling bearing requires little radial installation space. As an open bearing, it can be flexibly integrated into oil- or grease-lubricated assemblies. It accommodates radial loads as well as axial forces in both directions.

In which designs is the 16022 /C3 deep-groove ball bearing used?

Designs with limited radial installation space utilise this bearing due to its favourable ratio of diameter to its narrow width of 19 mm. It is used in rotating assemblies subject to combined loads. The sheet steel cage guides the rolling elements precisely. As the bearing is of an open design, it is primarily mounted in enclosed housings where lubrication is supplied from the outside or where there is a shared lubrication circuit.

What are the advantages of the increased C3 radial clearance during assembly?

The designation C3 indicates a slightly increased radial clearance when new. This design is appropriate where tight fits on the shaft or housing cause the inner ring to expand or the outer ring to contract. Furthermore, the increased radial clearance compensates for operational temperature differences between the inner and outer rings. The bearing is designed for a temperature range of -20 to +150 degrees Celsius. The dimensional accuracy to tolerance class P6 ensures a precise fit on the shaft.