Spherical roller bearing

22206 E bearing

30 × 62 mm · dynamic rating 66.1 kN · static rating 60 kN. Dimensions, load ratings, designation meaning, life estimates and equivalent parts.

22206 E specification

Designation22206 E
TypeSpherical roller bearing
Series222 light
Bore diameter d30 mm
Outside diameter D62 mm
Basic dynamic load rating C66.1 kN (66,100 N)
Basic static load rating C060 kN (60,000 N)
Ratio C0/C0.91
Speed guide, grease lubrication14,000 rpm
Life exponent p10/3 (roller bearing)

Values come from the Rotec AI bearing catalogue and are indicative. Confirm against the manufacturer's current catalogue before ordering. Not every dimension (such as width) is listed here.

What the designation 22206 E means

CodeMeaning
222Spherical roller bearing, double row self-aligning, light series
06bore code "06" = 6 × 5 = 30 mm
EOptimized internal design

Basic rating life of the 22206 E

Basic rating life is L10 = (C / P)p million revolutions, where P is the equivalent dynamic load and p = 10/3 (roller bearing). For a 22206 E with C = 66.1 kN, the table shows what that gives at different load levels. It is the ISO 281 basic life only: it does not include lubrication, contamination, misalignment or reliability modifiers.

C / PP as share of CL10 (million rev)L10 at 1,500 rpmL10 at 3,000 rpm
333.3%39430220
520.0%2142,4001,200
812.5%1,02411,4005,700
128.3%3,95644,00022,000

For example, a C / P of 5 means the equivalent load is 13.22 kN on this bearing. Use the Load Calculator to work out P for your actual radial and axial loads.

Equivalents of the 22206 E from other brands

These parts share the main boundary dimensions of the 22206 E and are commonly used as its equivalent. Published load ratings differ a little between makers because internal designs differ.

BrandPartC (kN)C0 (kN)Dynamic rating vs SKF
SKF22206 E66.160Reference
FAG22206-E1645797% of SKF

Check clearance class, cage, seals and any special suffix before ordering. A matching main size does not guarantee the parts are interchangeable in every detail.

Where the 22206 E is used

Spherical roller bearings are chosen for: Very high radial load with misalignment capability. Typical equipment: Crushers, mills, conveyors, wind main shafts, paper machines. Robust for shock/dust; lubrication and sealing are crucial.

Other sizes in the same series

The 22206 E belongs to the “222 light” series. The next size down, the 22205 E, has a bore of 25 mm and a dynamic rating of 49.9 kN. The next size up, the 22207 E, has a bore of 35 mm and a rating of 88.8 kN (+34%).

22205 E · 25 × 5222206 E · 30 × 6222207 E · 35 × 7222208 E · 40 × 8022209 E · 45 × 8522210 E · 50 × 9022211 E · 55 × 10022212 E · 60 × 11022213 E · 65 × 12022214 E · 70 × 12522215 E · 75 × 13022216 E · 80 × 14022217 E · 85 × 15022218 E · 90 × 16022219 E · 95 × 17022220 E · 100 × 18022222 E · 110 × 20022224 E · 120 × 21522226 E · 130 × 230
Check your 22206 E against your real loads and speed.

Common problems on bearings like the 22206 E

Most field failures trace back to lubrication, contamination, fits and alignment rather than the bearing itself. These guides explain how to recognise and prevent them:

Subsurface-initiated fatigueLubrication failureRing creepFretting corrosionAll 23 failure modes

Questions about the 22206 E

What are the dimensions of a 22206 E bearing?

The 22206 E has a bore of 30 mm and an outside diameter of 62 mm. It is a spherical roller bearing. Series: 222 light.

What is the load rating of a 22206 E bearing?

In the Rotec AI catalogue the 22206 E has a basic dynamic load rating C of 66.1 kN and a basic static load rating C0 of 60 kN. Always confirm against the manufacturer's current catalogue.

What is the equivalent of a 22206 E bearing?

Equivalent parts include FAG 22206-E1. Check clearance, cage and seal suffixes before substituting.