Angular Contact Ball B. SKF 7217 BECBP

The SKF 7217 BECBP angular contact ball bearing, with an 85 mm bore and an outer diameter of 150 mm, provides precise guidance for combined loads.

The 7217 BECBP angular contact ball bearing is a single-row rolling bearing made from standard bearing steel (100Cr6) in SKF’s Explorer performance class. Thanks to the defined contact angle of 40 degrees, this design accommodates not only high radial forces but also unidirectional axial forces. The open bearing has an outer ring without a flange or groove and operates within a temperature range of -20 to +120 degrees. The rolling elements are guided by a lightweight polyamide cage.

What is the 7217 BECBP angular contact ball bearing suitable for in operation?

The 7217 BECBP angular contact ball bearing is used where shaft guides must simultaneously transmit radial loads and single-direction axial forces. Typical applications include bearing locations with combined loads where defined axial guidance is required. As single-row angular contact ball bearings can only accommodate axial forces in one direction, they are often fitted in pairs with a second bearing mounted in the opposite direction. When mounted in an O or X configuration, the bearing pair has a small amount of axial play, which aids precise guidance of the shaft.

What are the characteristics of the tolerance class and cage design?

This rolling bearing combines dimensional accuracy to tolerance class P6 with increased running accuracy to P5. This combination reduces runout error during operation, whilst the mounting dimensions comply with the standard specification. The integrated polyamide cage ensures low inertial forces and low-vibration operation at normal radial clearance. As this is an open bearing without integrated sealing washers, the design requires an external lubricant supply as well as a housing seal to protect against contamination.