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TAPERED ROLLER BEARINGS

What Are Tapered Roller Bearings?

Tapered roller bearings carry both radial load and axial thrust simultaneously in a single bearing. The cup, cone, and rollers are all tapered, with their extended contact lines meeting at a common point on the bearing axis. This geometry creates line contact between the rollers and raceways rather than point contact, which is what allows tapered roller bearings to carry significantly higher combined loads than other bearing types.

The cup and cone are separable. Both components can be mounted independently onto the shaft and into the housing, which simplifies installation and makes precise preload adjustment possible.

Tapered Roller Bearing

Four Main Component

Exploded view of tapered roller bearing components
Outer Ring Raceway
Cage
Roller
Inner ring Raceway

Tapered Roller Bearing Range

Single Row Tapered Roller Bearing

Single Row Tapered Roller Bearings

Technical Specifications:

Series: 302, 303, 320, 322, 323, 330, 332

Bore Range: 20mm – 200mm

  • Handles combined radial and axial loads in a single direction
  • Separable design enables precise preload adjustment
  • Essential for gearbox shaft assemblies and machine tool applications
  • Custom sizes available on request
Double Row Tapered Roller Bearing

Double Row Tapered Roller Bearings

Technical Specifications:

Series: TQO, TQIT

Arrangements: TDI, TDO, Custom Configurations

  • Two rows of tapered rollers in a compact back-to-back unit
  • Bidirectional axial load capacity alongside high radial loads
  • Preferred for heavy-duty gearboxes where housing length must be minimised
  • Custom configurations available on request

Advantages Of Tapered Roller Bearings

Rigid Arrangement

Two tapered roller bearings combined with a controlled preload create a rigid, highly customizable bearing arrangement suited to demanding shaft positioning requirements.

Increased Power Density

Reduces friction and increases power density simultaneously, improving overall application performance without adding size or complexity.

Optimized Rotation

Optimized raceway geometry supports smooth, low-friction rotation even at high operating speeds, resulting in less noise and reduced vibration.

Harsh Condition Performance

Built to perform reliably under difficult operating conditions including shock load, contamination, and temperature variation, keeping downtime to a minimum.

Effective Heat Management

Manages heat generation effectively through optimized contact geometry and lubrication film development, contributing to longer service life.

Low Maintenance

Long relubrication intervals and durable construction mean less maintenance time and better utilization of both equipment and resources.

Product Table

30204No. 1
Bore d (mm)
20
ODD (mm)
47
Width T (mm)
15.25
Inner B (mm)
14
Outer C (mm)
12
Dynamic (kN)
34.1
Static (kN)
28
Speed (RPM)
15000
30205No. 2
Bore d (mm)
25
ODD (mm)
52
Width T (mm)
16.25
Inner B (mm)
15
Outer C (mm)
13
Dynamic (kN)
38.1
Static (kN)
33.5
Speed (RPM)
13000
30206No. 3
Bore d (mm)
30
ODD (mm)
62
Width T (mm)
17.25
Inner B (mm)
16
Outer C (mm)
14
Dynamic (kN)
50
Static (kN)
44
Speed (RPM)
11000
30207No. 4
Bore d (mm)
35
ODD (mm)
72
Width T (mm)
18.25
Inner B (mm)
17
Outer C (mm)
15
Dynamic (kN)
63.2
Static (kN)
56
Speed (RPM)
9500
30208No. 5
Bore d (mm)
40
ODD (mm)
80
Width T (mm)
19.75
Inner B (mm)
18
Outer C (mm)
16
Dynamic (kN)
75.8
Static (kN)
68
Speed (RPM)
8500
30209No. 6
Bore d (mm)
45
ODD (mm)
85
Width T (mm)
20.75
Inner B (mm)
19
Outer C (mm)
16
Dynamic (kN)
81.6
Static (kN)
76.5
Speed (RPM)
8000
30210No. 7
Bore d (mm)
50
ODD (mm)
90
Width T (mm)
21.75
Inner B (mm)
20
Outer C (mm)
17
Dynamic (kN)
93.1
Static (kN)
91.5
Speed (RPM)
7500
30211No. 8
Bore d (mm)
55
ODD (mm)
100
Width T (mm)
22.75
Inner B (mm)
21
Outer C (mm)
18
Dynamic (kN)
111
Static (kN)
106
Speed (RPM)
6700
30212No. 9
Bore d (mm)
60
ODD (mm)
110
Width T (mm)
23.75
Inner B (mm)
22
Outer C (mm)
19
Dynamic (kN)
120
Static (kN)
114
Speed (RPM)
6000
30213No. 10
Bore d (mm)
65
ODD (mm)
120
Width T (mm)
24.75
Inner B (mm)
23
Outer C (mm)
20
Dynamic (kN)
141
Static (kN)
134
Speed (RPM)
5600
30214No. 11
Bore d (mm)
70
ODD (mm)
125
Width T (mm)
26.75
Inner B (mm)
24
Outer C (mm)
21
Dynamic (kN)
155
Static (kN)
156
Speed (RPM)
5300
30215No. 12
Bore d (mm)
75
ODD (mm)
130
Width T (mm)
27.75
Inner B (mm)
25
Outer C (mm)
22
Dynamic (kN)
171
Static (kN)
176
Speed (RPM)
5000
30216No. 13
Bore d (mm)
80
ODD (mm)
140
Width T (mm)
28.75
Inner B (mm)
26
Outer C (mm)
22
Dynamic (kN)
184
Static (kN)
183
Speed (RPM)
4800
30217No. 14
Bore d (mm)
85
ODD (mm)
150
Width T (mm)
30.5
Inner B (mm)
28
Outer C (mm)
24
Dynamic (kN)
216
Static (kN)
220
Speed (RPM)
4300
30218No. 15
Bore d (mm)
90
ODD (mm)
160
Width T (mm)
32.5
Inner B (mm)
30
Outer C (mm)
26
Dynamic (kN)
240
Static (kN)
245
Speed (RPM)
4000
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Note: All dimensions are in millimeters (mm) unless otherwise specified. Load ratings are calculated according to ISO standards. For custom requirements or CAD file requests, please contact our engineering department directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tapered roller bearings are used wherever a shaft carries both radial load and axial thrust at the same time. Common applications include industrial gearboxes, wheel hubs, mining crushers, agricultural machinery, cement plant equipment, and machine tool spindles.

Four components: the outer ring (cup), the inner ring (cone), the tapered rollers, and the cage. The cup and cone are separable, so each can be mounted independently onto the shaft and into the housing.

The separable design allows the cup to be fitted into the housing and the cone assembly onto the shaft independently. This simplifies installation, makes alignment easier, and allows precise preload to be set during assembly.

Preload is the controlled axial force applied to a bearing during installation to eliminate internal play. In tapered roller bearings, preload can be precisely adjusted because the cup and cone mount separately. Correct preload directly affects shaft positioning accuracy and bearing service life.

Both radial load (perpendicular to the shaft) and axial load (along the shaft) simultaneously. The ratio of radial to axial capacity depends on the contact angle of the bearing — a larger contact angle handles more axial load.

The angle between the bearing axis and the line of contact between roller and raceway. A larger contact angle means higher axial load capacity. The contact angle is selected based on the load conditions of the specific application.

SAE 52100 high-carbon chromium bearing steel for the rings and rollers. This grade provides the hardness, toughness, and fatigue resistance needed for long service life under high combined loads. At V-CUBE, all rings and rollers are manufactured from SAE 52100 steel with no substitution on raw material.

Service life depends on correct specification, proper installation, and appropriate lubrication. When all three are right, tapered roller bearings are among the longest-lasting bearing types in heavy industrial use. Crowned roller profiles and optimised flange finish at V-CUBE contribute further to extended service intervals.

The most common causes are incorrect preload at installation, contaminated or insufficient lubrication, shaft misalignment, and operating beyond the bearing's rated load. Most failures are preventable with correct specification and installation practice.

Yes. V-CUBE bearings are manufactured to ISO dimensional standards and are direct replacements for equivalent series from established premium import brands. No changes to shaft dimensions, housing dimensions, or maintenance procedures are required.