NUP213-ECP bearing: complete specifications & equivalents

The NUP213-ECP is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 65 x 120 x 23 mm (bore x OD x width). 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 = 120 mm d = 65 B = 23 mm side section front view
Principal dimensions: bore d 65 mm, outer diameter D 120 mm, width B 23 mm. Schematic, not to scale.

Specification table

ParameterValue
Brand SKF
Bore diameter d 65 mm
Outer diameter D 120 mm
Width B 23 mm
Material GCr15
Seal / shield open
Internal clearance CN
Tolerance class P0
Cage polymer (PA66 glass-fibre reinforced)
Basic dynamic load rating C 122 kN
Basic static load rating C0 118 kN
Fatigue load limit Pu 15.6 kN
Reference speed (thermal) 6300 rpm
Limiting speed (mechanical) 6700 rpm
Operating temperature -40 to +120 °C
Mass 1050 g
Manufacturer designation SKF NUP 213 ECP
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 & NUP200-series range

Bore d 2.559 in
Outer diameter D 4.724 in
Width B 0.906 in
ISO bore code 13
Radial section height (D−d)/2 27.5 mm
Smallest bore in NUP200-series 17 mm
Largest outer diameter in NUP200-series 480 mm
Width range across NUP200-series 12–80 mm
Bore position in NUP200-series (smallest first) 11 of 29
Bore above smallest NUP200-series size 48 mm

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
N213-ECP SKF full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same ISO 15 envelope 65×120×23 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the N execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical.
NJ213-ECP SKF full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same ISO 15 envelope 65×120×23 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the NJ execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical.
NU213 SKF full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same ISO 15 envelope 65×120×23 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the NU execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical.
NU213 SKF full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same ISO 15 envelope 65×120×23 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the NU execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical.
NU213 SKF full
Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange.
Same ISO 15 envelope 65×120×23 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the NU execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical.

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 NUP213-ECP model number is decoded

For a 65 mm shaft, SKF lists NUP213-ECP as single-row caged cylindrical roller: 120 mm OD, 23 mm wide, Pu 15.6 kN, the catalogue lists 6,300 r/min thermal reference speed and 6,700 r/min mechanical limiting speed. Reading the NUP prefix: two integral flanges on the outer ring plus one integral flange and one loose flange ring on the inner ring. This makes the execution a locating bearing that positions the shaft axially in both directions while keeping the cylindrical-roller radial capacity. The ECP suffix marks the E-design execution with a glass-fibre reinforced polyamide (PA66) cage, limited to 120 °C continuous. The glass-fibre reinforced polyamide (PA66) window-type cage is reflected in the published speeds and temperature limits. With C 122 kN and C0 118 kN, size the bearing on the 65×120 mm ISO 15 envelope and check the 15.6 kN Pu against the equivalent-load floor; the catalogue lists 6,300 r/min thermal reference speed and 6,700 r/min mechanical limiting speed. Fit practice for NUP213-ECP: the loose inner-ring flange must be fitted on the correct side and retained by the shaft abutment; never omit it during reassembly or the bearing loses its two-direction locating function. 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

  • rolling-mill auxiliary drive shafts
  • paper-machine press rolls
  • cement-plant conveyor drives
  • heavy gearbox and pinion 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
  • polymer cage softening above 120 °C
  • 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 NUP bearing where a floating non-locating bearing is required — the loose inner flange makes it a locating bearing
  • The dimension series 2 (light-section ISO 15 envelope) envelope is shared with the N/NU/NJ/NUP executions of 213, but flange configuration and axial-locating behaviour differ — quote the full SKF NUP 213 ECP 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 23 mm-wide ring and concentrates load.
  • Catalogue reference and limiting speeds are different criteria: observe the mechanical ceiling even when thermal calculations allow more.
  • The 122/118 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 (2018) values for the ECP 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 NUP213-ECP?

SKF NUP 213 ECP is a single-row caged cylindrical roller bearing with 65 mm bore, 120 mm OD and 23 mm width per ISO 15. SKF lists C 122 kN, C0 118 kN, Pu 15.6 kN, reference speed 6,300 r/min and limiting speed 6,700 r/min, mass about 1050 g.

What does the NUP designation and ECP suffix mean?

The ECP suffix marks the E-design execution with a glass-fibre reinforced polyamide (PA66) cage, limited to 120 °C continuous. Structurally this execution has two integral flanges on the outer ring plus one integral flange and one loose flange ring on the inner ring.

Can NUP213-ECP take axial load and locate the shaft?

Yes, in both directions: the integral inner flange plus the loose flange ring close both axial paths. Do not pair it with another locating bearing without thermal clearance.

How does NUP213-ECP 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.