NUP238-ECML bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The NUP238-ECML is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 190 x 340 x 55 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 190 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 340 mm |
| Width B | 55 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | brass |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 800 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 965 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 98 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 2000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 3400 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 22500 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF NUP 238 ECML |
| 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 | 7.48 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 13.386 in |
| Width B | 2.165 in |
| ISO bore code | 38 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 75 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) | 26 of 29 |
| Bore above smallest NUP200-series size | 173 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ238-ECML | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same ISO 15 envelope 190×340×55 mm and equivalent catalogue ratings; the NJ execution differs in flange/retaining-ring configuration — boundary-dimension interchangeable, but axial-locating behaviour is not identical. |
| NU238-ECML | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same ISO 15 envelope 190×340×55 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 NUP238-ECML model number is decoded
For a 190 mm shaft, SKF lists NUP238-ECML as single-row caged cylindrical roller: 340 mm OD, 55 mm wide, Pu 98 kN, the catalogue lists 2,000 r/min thermal reference speed and 3,400 r/min mechanical limiting speed. Structurally, the NUP design has two integral flanges on the outer ring plus one integral flange and one loose flange ring on the inner ring. In arrangement terms it is a locating bearing that positions the shaft axially in both directions while keeping the cylindrical-roller radial capacity. The ECML suffix denotes the E-design execution with a one-piece machined brass cage for higher-temperature and higher-speed continuous duty. Load-per-bore for the 190 mm seat is about 4.21 kN/mm, typical of dimension series 2 (light-section ISO 15 envelope); use C0 965 kN for static checks such as crane hook blocks standing under load. Assembly note: 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. Heat steel rings inductively to max 120 °C.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- offshore drawworks shafts
- large rolling-mill drive trains
- marine propulsion line shafts
- heavy turbogenerator rotor supports
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
- electrical pitting on VFD-driven shafts without grounding protection
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 238, but flange configuration and axial-locating behaviour differ — quote the full SKF NUP 238 ECML and do not substitute rib styles without checking the shaft locating scheme.
- Catalogue reference and limiting speeds are different criteria: observe the mechanical ceiling even when thermal calculations allow more.
- Catalogue reference and limiting speeds are different criteria: observe the mechanical ceiling even when thermal calculations allow more.
- The 800/965 kN ratings are SKF catalogue 17000 (2018) values for the ECML 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 NUP238-ECML?
SKF NUP 238 ECML is a single-row caged cylindrical roller bearing with 190 mm bore, 340 mm OD and 55 mm width per ISO 15. SKF lists C 800 kN, C0 965 kN, Pu 98 kN, reference speed 2,000 r/min and limiting speed 3,400 r/min, mass about 22500 g.
What does the NUP designation and ECML suffix mean?
The ECML suffix denotes the E-design execution with a one-piece machined brass cage for higher-temperature and higher-speed continuous duty. 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 NUP238-ECML 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 NUP238-ECML 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.