NNF5016-B-2LS bearing: complete specifications & equivalents

The NNF5016-B-2LS is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 80 x 125 x 60 mm (bore x OD x width) with 2RS sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.

Bearing dimension schematic Front view shows outer diameter D and bore d; side section shows width B. D = 125 mm d = 80 B = 60 mm side section front view
Principal dimensions: bore d 80 mm, outer diameter D 125 mm, width B 60 mm. Schematic, not to scale.

Specification table

ParameterValue
Brand SKF
Bore diameter d 80 mm
Outer diameter D 125 mm
Width B 60 mm
Material GCr15
Seal / shield 2RS
Internal clearance CN
Tolerance class P0
Cage none
Basic dynamic load rating C 251 kN
Basic static load rating C0 415 kN
Fatigue load limit Pu 53 kN
Reference speed (thermal) 1000 rpm
Limiting speed (mechanical) 1000 rpm
Operating temperature -40 to +120 °C
Mass 2700 g
Manufacturer designation SKF NNF 5016 B-2LS
Standard ISO 15
Catalog version SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.5 sealed double-row full complement cylindrical roller bearings
Last verified 2026-09-26

Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.5 sealed double-row full complement cylindrical roller bearings) · extracted 2026-09-26

Parameters extracted from the official SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.5 sealed double-row full complement cylindrical roller bearings); SKF® and SKF Explorer® are trademarks of AB SKF, used here for identification only — mpnbase is not an authorized SKF distributor. Boundary dimensions are ISO 15 interchangeable; current production values may differ, verify at skf.com.

Dimensions in inches & NNF5000-series range

Bore d 3.15 in
Outer diameter D 4.921 in
Width B 2.362 in
ISO bore code 16
Radial section height (D−d)/2 22.5 mm
Smallest bore in NNF5000-series 20 mm
Largest outer diameter in NNF5000-series 420 mm
Width range across NNF5000-series 30–190 mm
Bore position in NNF5000-series (smallest first) 13 of 31
Bore above smallest NNF5000-series size 60 mm

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
NNCF5016-CV SKF partial
Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ.
Open full-complement counterpart on the same 80×125×60 mm envelope; this B-2LS row is sealed both sides and grease-packed with a lower limiting speed, and its catalogue ratings differ from the open execution.

Interchange levels: full standard interchange · partial verify parameters · verify manual confirmation required. Links resolve to the equivalent model's specification page where available.

How the NNF5016-B-2LS model number is decoded

SKF NNF 5016 B-2LS is a sealed double-row full-complement cylindrical roller bearing sized 80×125×60 mm — a dimension series 50 (compact heavy section, wide), listed in SKF catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000 ch. 6.5. The NNF configuration means a double-row full complement bearing with contact seals on both sides, three integral inner-ring flanges, an annular lube groove in the outer ring and additional lubrication holes in the inner ring, delivered grease-packed; functionally the bearing is a sealed locating unit for very heavy radial loads; the sealed-for-life execution is the classic crane-sheave bearing. The B-2LS suffix denotes nitrile-rubber contact seals on both sides of a grease-packed full-complement unit. The full complement of extra rollers fitted in place of a cage is reflected in the published speeds and temperature limits. Load-per-bore for the 80 mm seat is about 3.14 kN/mm, typical of dimension series 50 (compact heavy section, wide); use C0 415 kN for static checks such as crane hook blocks standing under load. Fit practice for NNF5016-B-2LS: mount as a complete sealed unit — never wash out the factory grease; the seals set the speed ceiling, and relubrication, where specified, goes through the ring grooves. Single-row cylindrical rollers tolerate only about 3–4 minutes of arc misalignment, so verify shaft and housing alignment.

Typical equipment & failure modes

Common applications

  • bulk-material rope-pulley systems
  • heavy harbour and offshore crane sheaves
  • steelwork and scrap-yard crane blocks

Known failure patterns

  • inner-ring raceway spalling from overload or contamination in the line-contact hertz zone
  • outer-ring raceway fatigue after extended service at loads above the catalogue L10 rating
  • seal-lip wear and grease loss in dusty crane and construction service after the relubrication interval is exceeded
  • cage pocket wear from roller skidding at insufficient radial load or during start-up before oil film build-up
  • roller-end scoring from inadequate oil flow in the roller-raceway contact
  • grease degradation inside the sealed unit after long high-temperature periods, invisible until noise rises
  • hard-particle indentation of the raceway in unfiltered oil systems

Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute

  • The sealed NNF unit is packed for life with the correct grease — do not heat it above the seal limit or wash it before mounting; damaged lip seals invalidate the heavy-load duty.
  • The B1 width (59 mm inner-assembly width) differs from the overall B 60 mm; check housing and spacer geometry against both values.
  • Press-fit force goes through ring faces only; driving a ring home through the rollers brinells the 125 mm raceway.
  • Catalogue reference and limiting speeds are different criteria, though only the limiting speed is published for this sealed unit: observe the mechanical ceiling even when thermal calculations allow more.
  • The 251/415 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 (2018) values for the B-2LS execution; re-verify against the current catalogue for critical drives and keep the catalogue version with the specification.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions and catalogue data of NNF5016-B-2LS?

SKF NNF 5016 B-2LS is a sealed double-row full-complement cylindrical roller bearing with 80 mm bore, 125 mm OD and 60 mm width per ISO 15. SKF lists C 251 kN, C0 415 kN, Pu 53 kN, limiting speed 1,000 r/min (sealed execution), mass about 2700 g. Inner-assembly width B1 is 59 mm.

What does the NNF designation and B-2LS suffix mean?

The B-2LS suffix denotes nitrile-rubber contact seals on both sides of a grease-packed full-complement unit. Structurally this execution has a double-row full complement bearing with contact seals on both sides, three integral inner-ring flanges, an annular lube groove in the outer ring and additional lubrication holes in the inner ring, delivered grease-packed.

Can NNF5016-B-2LS take axial load and locate the shaft?

The sealed NNF unit can guide light axial loads in both directions via the flanged inner ring, but its primary duty is very heavy radial load in sealed positions.

How does NNF5016-B-2LS compare with the other executions in the same envelope?

The sealed NNF execution shares its envelope with the open NNCF/NNCL/NNC full-complement bearings but is delivered grease-packed with contact seals and a much lower speed ceiling.

Does the sealed NNF bearing need relubrication?

NNF bearings are delivered grease-packed and sealed for long service; where the design provides relubrication grooves/holes, replenish through them at the prescribed interval. Never wash the bearing out or exceed the seal-limited speed.

Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.5 sealed double-row full complement cylindrical roller bearings on 2026-09-26. Read our editorial & correction policy.