Spherical Roller Bearings SKF 24032 CC/W33

The SKF 24032 CC/W33 angular contact roller bearing, measuring 160 × 240 × 80 mm, offers high load-carrying capacity and angular misalignment capability under heavy radial loads.

The 24032 CC/W33 self-aligning roller bearing is a double-row, open roller bearing made from standard 100Cr6 bearing steel. It accommodates very high radial forces as well as simultaneously acting axial forces in both directions. The barrel-shaped rollers self-align within the hollow spherical outer ring raceway, enabling the bearing to compensate for misalignment or shaft deflection during operation. SKF’s Explorer design is characterised by optimised material and surface finishes.

What is the 24032 CC/W33 self-aligning roller bearing suitable for?

This size is typically used in heavy-duty industrial applications and machine designs subject to high radial loads. The self-aligning roller bearing is recommended wherever rigid mountings would be overloaded due to shaft deflection or misalignment. As this is an unsealed bearing, it is integrated directly into enclosed housing designs with an existing lubrication circuit or targeted grease relubrication. The design reliably accommodates dynamic misalignments.

What is the function of the lubrication groove and the W33 design?

The suffix W33 denotes an annular lubrication groove with lubrication holes on the outer ring. This feature enables a direct supply of lubricant between the two rows of rollers. The lubricant reaches the stressed contact zones directly, which minimises the need for relubrication and improves distribution during operation. The two-piece sheet steel cage of the CC design guides the roller sets securely and keeps the weight of the internal assembly low.