Single-direction thrust ball bearing

51310 bearing

50 × 95 mm · dynamic rating 81.9 kN · static rating 170 kN. Dimensions, load ratings, designation meaning, life estimates and equivalent parts.

51310 specification

Designation51310
TypeSingle-direction thrust ball bearing
Series513 medium
Bore diameter d50 mm
Outside diameter D95 mm
Basic dynamic load rating C81.9 kN (81,900 N)
Basic static load rating C0170 kN (170,000 N)
Ratio C0/C2.08
Speed guide, grease lubrication3,600 rpm
Life exponent p3 (ball 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 51310 means

CodeMeaning
513Single-direction thrust ball bearing, medium series (flat seat washers)
10bore code "10" = 10 × 5 = 50 mm

Basic rating life of the 51310

Basic rating life is L10 = (C / P)p million revolutions, where P is the equivalent dynamic load and p = 3 (ball bearing). For a 51310 with C = 81.9 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%27300150
520.0%1251,400690
812.5%5125,7002,800
128.3%1,72819,2009,600

For example, a C / P of 5 means the equivalent load is 16.38 kN on this bearing. Use the Load Calculator to work out P for your actual radial and axial loads.

Equivalents of the 51310

Brand-by-brand equivalents for this exact designation are not yet in the Rotec AI cross-reference tables. The Cross-Reference tool accepts SKF, FAG, NSK, NTN, Timken, Koyo and NRB designations, and shows what is catalogued.

Where the 51310 is used

Thrust ball / thrust roller bearings are chosen for: Predominantly axial load. Typical equipment: Vertical pumps, extruders, turbines, marine and heavy gear drives. Thrust roller for higher axial capacity and shock.

Other sizes in the same series

The 51310 is size 6 of 15 in the Rotec AI catalogue for the “513 medium” series. The next size down, the 51309, has a bore of 45 mm and a dynamic rating of 76.1 kN. The next size up, the 51311, has a bore of 55 mm and a rating of 101 kN (+23%).

51305 · 25 × 5251306 · 30 × 6051307 · 35 × 6851308 · 40 × 7851309 · 45 × 8551310 · 50 × 9551311 · 55 × 10551312 · 60 × 11051313 · 65 × 11551314 · 70 × 12551315 · 75 × 13551316 · 80 × 14051317 · 85 × 15051318 · 90 × 15551320 · 100 × 170
Check your 51310 against your real loads and speed.

Common problems on bearings like the 51310

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 51310

What are the dimensions of a 51310 bearing?

The 51310 has a bore of 50 mm and an outside diameter of 95 mm. It is a single-direction thrust ball bearing. Series: 513 medium.

What is the load rating of a 51310 bearing?

In the Rotec AI catalogue the 51310 has a basic dynamic load rating C of 81.9 kN and a basic static load rating C0 of 170 kN. Always confirm against the manufacturer's current catalogue.

What is the equivalent of a 51310 bearing?

Brand equivalents for the 51310 are not yet in the Rotec AI tables. Use the Cross-Reference tool to check other designations.