NU1016 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The NU1016 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 80 x 125 x 22 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 80 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 125 mm |
| Width B | 22 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 64.4 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 78 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 9.8 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 6300 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 6300 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 880 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF NU 1016 |
| Standard | ISO 15 |
| Catalog version | SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.1 single-row cylindrical roller bearings |
| Last verified | 2026-09-26 |
Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.1 single-row 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. 6.1 single-row 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 & NU1000-series range
| Bore d | 3.15 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 4.921 in |
| Width B | 0.866 in |
| ISO bore code | 16 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 22.5 mm |
| Smallest bore in NU1000-series | 25 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in NU1000-series | 1090 mm |
| Width range across NU1000-series | 12–150 mm |
| Bore position in NU1000-series (smallest first) | 12 of 45 |
| Bore above smallest NU1000-series size | 55 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ1016-ECML | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same ISO 15 envelope 80×125×22 mm, but catalogue C/C0 ratings differ between executions (64.4/78 vs 99/127 kN) and the NJ flange/ring configuration differs — envelope match, not a load-rating equivalent. |
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 NU1016 model number is decoded
SKF NU 1016 is a single-row caged cylindrical roller bearing sized 80×125×22 mm — a dimension series 10 (extra-slim OD, normal width), listed in SKF catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000 ch. 6.1. The NU configuration means two integral flanges on the outer ring and no flanges on the inner ring, so the inner ring together with the roller set is separable; functionally the bearing is non-locating: the inner ring assembly can float axially in both directions and the bearing cannot support axial load. The plain designation (no cage suffix) identifies the basic execution supplied with a standard pressed-steel cage. The pressed sheet-steel window-type cage is reflected in the published speeds and temperature limits. Load-per-bore for the 80 mm seat is about 0.81 kN/mm, typical of dimension series 10 (extra-slim OD, normal width); use C0 78 kN for static checks such as crane hook blocks standing under load. Fit practice for NU1016: fit the inner ring and roller assembly onto the shaft and the outer ring into the housing independently; thermal expansion is absorbed by axial float, so do not trap the inner ring between shaft shoulders. 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
- cement-plant conveyor drives
- heavy gearbox and pinion shafts
- large pump and blower rotors
- rolling-mill auxiliary drive shafts
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
- cage pocket wear from roller skew at light load
- polymer cage cracking or softening after sustained running above 120 °C or with incompatible lubricant
- roller-end scoring from inadequate oil flow in the roller-raceway contact
- edge-loading fatigue after shaft deflection beyond the 3–4 minute alignment limit
- rolling-contact fatigue spalling after the rated L10 life is exceeded
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Do not use a NU bearing where axial load must be carried — the design carries radial load only
- The dimension series 10 (extra-slim OD, normal width) envelope is shared with the N/NU/NJ/NUP executions of 1016, but flange configuration and axial-locating behaviour differ — quote the full SKF NU 1016 and do not substitute rib styles without checking the shaft locating scheme.
- 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: observe the mechanical ceiling even when thermal calculations allow more.
- The 64.4/78 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 (2018) values for the basic 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 NU1016?
SKF NU 1016 is a single-row caged cylindrical roller bearing with 80 mm bore, 125 mm OD and 22 mm width per ISO 15. SKF lists C 64.4 kN, C0 78 kN, Pu 9.8 kN, reference speed 6,300 r/min and limiting speed 6,300 r/min, mass about 880 g.
What does the NU designation and plain suffix mean?
The plain designation (no cage suffix) identifies the basic execution supplied with a standard pressed-steel cage. Structurally this execution has two integral flanges on the outer ring and no flanges on the inner ring, so the inner ring together with the roller set is separable.
Can NU1016 take axial load and locate the shaft?
No — the inner ring has no flanges, so the NU bearing is non-locating and carries radial load only; use NJ (one direction), NUP (both directions) or a paired thrust bearing for axial duty.
How does NU1016 compare with the other executions in the same envelope?
The N/NU/NJ/NUP executions share the ISO 15 envelope and load ratings but differ in flange arrangement and axial-locating behaviour; quote the exact order number.
What limits the service life of this bearing most often?
Line-contact fatigue above the L10 rating, cage wear at light loads and high temperatures, and edge loading from misalignment beyond about 3–4 minutes of arc are the typical failure drivers.
Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018), ch. 6.1 single-row cylindrical roller bearings on 2026-09-26. Read our editorial & correction policy.