NU1072-MA bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The NU1072-MA is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 360 x 540 x 82 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 360 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 540 mm |
| Width B | 82 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | brass |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 1100 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 1830 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 163 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 1300 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 1600 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 67500 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF NU 1072 MA |
| 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 | 14.173 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 21.26 in |
| Width B | 3.228 in |
| ISO bore code | 72 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 90 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) | 34 of 45 |
| Bore above smallest NU1000-series size | 335 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
No verified interchange data yet. Send an inquiry and our team will confirm equivalents manually.
How the NU1072-MA model number is decoded
For a 360 mm shaft, SKF lists NU1072-MA as single-row caged cylindrical roller: 540 mm OD, 82 mm wide, Pu 163 kN, the catalogue lists 1,300 r/min thermal reference speed and 1,600 r/min mechanical limiting speed. Reading the NU prefix: 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. This makes the execution non-locating: the inner ring assembly can float axially in both directions and the bearing cannot support axial load. The MA suffix marks the basic (non-E) execution with a machined brass cage, the standard choice for the larger and earlier-design sizes. Speed planning for NU1072-MA: the catalogue lists 1,300 r/min thermal reference speed and 1,600 r/min mechanical limiting speed. The mass entry 67500 g covers the complete catalogue execution. Mounting: 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. A 360 mm seat normally takes a m6 interference with an H6 housing bore when the inner ring rotates.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- mining hoist and winder shafts
- offshore drawworks shafts
- large rolling-mill drive trains
- marine propulsion line 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
- 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
- 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 1072, but flange configuration and axial-locating behaviour differ — quote the full SKF NU 1072 MA and do not substitute rib styles without checking the shaft locating scheme.
- Shaft and housing fillets must clear the bearing chamfers; an oversized radius tilts the 82 mm-wide ring and concentrates load.
- Press-fit force goes through ring faces only; driving a ring home through the rollers brinells the 540 mm raceway.
- The 1100/1830 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 (2018) values for the MA 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 NU1072-MA?
SKF NU 1072 MA is a single-row caged cylindrical roller bearing with 360 mm bore, 540 mm OD and 82 mm width per ISO 15. SKF lists C 1100 kN, C0 1830 kN, Pu 163 kN, reference speed 1,300 r/min and limiting speed 1,600 r/min, mass about 67500 g.
What does the NU designation and MA suffix mean?
The MA suffix marks the basic (non-E) execution with a machined brass cage, the standard choice for the larger and earlier-design sizes. 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 NU1072-MA 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 NU1072-MA 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.