7304 BEP bearing
20 × 52 mm · dynamic rating 17.4 kN · static rating 9.5 kN. Dimensions, load ratings, designation meaning, life estimates and equivalent parts.
7304 BEP specification
| Designation | 7304 BEP |
| Type | Single-row angular contact ball bearing |
| Series | 73 medium |
| Bore diameter d | 20 mm |
| Outside diameter D | 52 mm |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 17.4 kN (17,400 N) |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 9.5 kN (9,500 N) |
| Ratio C0/C | 0.55 |
| Speed guide, grease lubrication | 16,000 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 7304 BEP means
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 73 | Angular contact ball bearing, medium dimension series |
| 04 | bore code "04" = 4 × 5 = 20 mm |
| B | 40° contact angle |
| E | Optimized internal design |
| P | Glass-fibre-reinforced PA66 cage, ball-centred |
Basic rating life of the 7304 BEP
Basic rating life is L10 = (C / P)p million revolutions, where P is the equivalent dynamic load and p = 3 (ball bearing). For a 7304 BEP with C = 17.4 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 3.48 kN on this bearing. Use the Load Calculator to work out P for your actual radial and axial loads.
Equivalents of the 7304 BEP
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 7304 BEP 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 7304 BEP belongs to the “73 medium” series. The next size down, the 7303 BEP, has a bore of 17 mm and a dynamic rating of 15.9 kN. The next size up, the 7305 BEP, has a bore of 25 mm and a rating of 24.2 kN (+39%).
Common problems on bearings like the 7304 BEP
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 7304 BEP
What are the dimensions of a 7304 BEP bearing?
The 7304 BEP has a bore of 20 mm and an outside diameter of 52 mm. It is a single-row angular contact ball bearing. Series: 73 medium.
What is the load rating of a 7304 BEP bearing?
In the Rotec AI catalogue the 7304 BEP has a basic dynamic load rating C of 17.4 kN and a basic static load rating C0 of 9.5 kN. Always confirm against the manufacturer's current catalogue.
What is the equivalent of a 7304 BEP bearing?
Use the Cross-Reference tool in Rotec AI to check brand equivalents for the 7304 BEP.