7212 BEP /DB bearing
60 × 110 mm · dynamic rating 92.66 kN · static rating 91 kN. Dimensions, load ratings, designation meaning, life estimates and equivalent parts.
7212 BEP /DB specification
| Designation | 7212 BEP /DB |
| Type | Matched pair of angular contact ball bearings (back-to-back) |
| Series | 72 light (pair) |
| Bore diameter d | 60 mm |
| Outside diameter D | 110 mm |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 92.66 kN (92,664 N) |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 91 kN (91,000 N) |
| Ratio C0/C | 0.98 |
| Speed guide, grease lubrication | 6,300 rpm |
| Life exponent p | 3 (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 7212 BEP /DB means
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 72 | Angular contact ball bearing, light dimension series |
| 12 | bore code "12" = 12 × 5 = 60 mm |
| B | 40° contact angle |
| E | Optimized internal design |
| P | Glass-fibre-reinforced PA66 cage, ball-centred |
| /DB | Two bearings mounted back-to-back as a matched pair — carries combined radial + axial load from both directions with high stiffness |
Basic rating life of the 7212 BEP /DB
Basic rating life is L10 = (C / P)p million revolutions, where P is the equivalent dynamic load and p = 3 (ball bearing). For a 7212 BEP /DB with C = 92.66 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 / P | P as share of C | L10 (million rev) | L10 at 1,500 rpm | L10 at 3,000 rpm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 33.3% | 27 | 300 | 150 |
| 5 | 20.0% | 125 | 1,400 | 690 |
| 8 | 12.5% | 512 | 5,700 | 2,800 |
| 12 | 8.3% | 1,728 | 19,200 | 9,600 |
For example, a C / P of 5 means the equivalent load is 18.53 kN on this bearing. Use the Load Calculator to work out P for your actual radial and axial loads.
Equivalents of the 7212 BEP /DB
Brand-by-brand equivalents for this exact designation are not shown here. The Cross-Reference tool accepts SKF, FAG, NSK, NTN, Timken, Koyo and NRB designations, and shows what is catalogued.
Where the 7212 BEP /DB is used
Angular-contact ball bearings are chosen for: Combined radial and axial load; precision/high-speed arrangements. Typical equipment: Pumps, compressors, spindles, generators, aerospace accessories. Often paired/preloaded; contact angle and lubrication matter.
Other sizes in the same series
The 7212 BEP /DB belongs to the “72 light (pair)” series. The next size down, the 7211 BEP /DB, has a bore of 55 mm and a dynamic rating of 74.84 kN. The next size up, the 7213 BEP /DB, has a bore of 65 mm and a rating of 107.41 kN (+16%).
Common problems on bearings like the 7212 BEP /DB
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:
Questions about the 7212 BEP /DB
What are the dimensions of a 7212 BEP /DB bearing?
The 7212 BEP /DB has a bore of 60 mm and an outside diameter of 110 mm. It is a matched pair of angular contact ball bearings (back-to-back). Series: 72 light (pair).
What is the load rating of a 7212 BEP /DB bearing?
In the Rotec AI catalogue the 7212 BEP /DB has a basic dynamic load rating C of 92.66 kN and a basic static load rating C0 of 91 kN. Always confirm against the manufacturer's current catalogue.
What is the equivalent of a 7212 BEP /DB bearing?
Use the Cross-Reference tool in Rotec AI to check brand equivalents for the 7212 BEP /DB.