The SKF 22222E/C3 is a premium spherical roller bearing engineered to deliver exceptional performance in heavy-duty, high-stress industrial environments. Leveraging SKF’s decades of precision manufacturing expertise and robust design principles, this bearing excels in load handling, self-alignment, and thermal adaptability. It is a trusted component for critical power transmission systems and rotating equipment where reliability and uptime are non-negotiable.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Model | 22222E/C3 |
| Bearing Type | Spherical Roller Bearing |
| Inner Diameter (d) | 110 mm |
| Outer Diameter (D) | 200 mm |
| Width (B) | 53 mm |
| Dynamic Load Rating (C) | 480 kN |
| Static Load Rating (C₀) | 650 kN |
| Limiting Speed (Grease Lubrication) | 2200 r/min |
| Limiting Speed (Oil Lubrication) | 2800 r/min |
| Radial Internal Clearance | C3 (Increased Clearance) |
| Cage Material | Pressed Steel Cage |
| Approximate Weight | 6.0 kg |
Key Design & Performance Features
- E-Type Optimized Internal GeometryThe E-type design incorporates a reinforced inner ring, precision-machined roller profiles, and a streamlined pressed steel cage. This configuration minimizes internal friction and heat generation, while boosting the bearing’s capacity to withstand extreme radial loads and moderate bidirectional axial loads over an extended service life.
- C3 Increased Radial ClearanceRated with C3 radial internal clearance, this bearing is specifically tailored for applications with high operating temperatures or significant thermal expansion of shafts and housings. The enhanced clearance prevents premature seizure and ensures smooth rotation even under fluctuating thermal conditions.
- Superior Self-Aligning CapabilityA core advantage of spherical roller bearings, the 22222E/C3 can compensate for angular misalignment of up to 2° between the shaft and housing. This feature reduces stress on the bearing and adjacent components, minimizing wear and lowering long-term maintenance costs.
- High-Quality Material & DurabilityManufactured from SKF’s high-purity vacuum-degassed bearing steel, the 22222E/C3 undergoes advanced heat treatment processes. This results in exceptional wear resistance, fatigue strength, and impact resistance, even in harsh, contaminated industrial environments.
- Versatile Lubrication CompatibilityThe bearing is compatible with both grease and oil lubrication systems, making it adaptable to a wide range of operating conditions—from low-speed, heavy-load applications to high-speed, continuous-duty operations.
Typical Applications
The SKF 22222E/C3 is widely used across key industrial sectors where heavy loads and reliable performance are critical:
- Mining & Construction: Crushers, screens, excavator swing mechanisms, conveyor pulleys, and rock drills
- Cement Production: Rotary kilns, vertical roller mills, cement mixers, and raw material crushers
- Pulp & Paper Industry: Press rolls, dryer cylinders, refiner drives, and pulp digesters
- Metallurgy & Steel Manufacturing: Rolling mills, continuous casting machines, blast furnace fans, and ladle turrets
- Power Generation: Industrial fans, blowers, gearboxes for wind turbines, and hydroelectric power plant equipment
- Heavy-Duty Machinery: Marine propulsion systems, industrial pumps, printing press drives, and large gearboxes

