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N / NU Series
Single-Row Cylindrical Roller Bearings

20–500mm Bore  |  N (Ribbed Inner)  |  NU (Ribbed Outer)  |  P5/P4/P2 Grade

The N and NU series offer the simplicity and economy of single-row cylindrical roller bearing designs — available in N (ribbed inner ring), NU (ribbed outer ring), NJ (ribbed inner + single-rib outer), and NUP (ribbed inner + loose flange) configurations. The separable ring design in all variants enables straightforward handling during assembly and maintenance.

P5 / P4 / P2
Precision Grade
20–500mm
Bore Range
N / NU / NJ
Configurations
Separable
Ring Design
Product Overview

Compact Single-Row Cylindrical Roller Bearings for Moderate Radial Loads

Luoyang Songju N and NU series single-row cylindrical roller bearings provide reliable radial support in a compact, economical package. Available in multiple ring configurations — N (ribbed inner ring, smooth outer), NU (smooth inner, ribbed outer), NJ (ribbed inner + single-rib outer for limited axial location), and NUP (ribbed inner + loose flange for full axial location in both directions) — to match diverse spindle and machinery design requirements.

The separable ring design — where the ribbed ring and roller assembly can be separated from the smooth ring — facilitates independent mounting of each bearing component. This is particularly advantageous in blind housing applications or where press-fit conditions require sequential mounting of the inner ring onto the shaft and the outer ring into the housing.

Standard models are manufactured from GCr15 bearing steel in P5, P4, and P2 precision grades. The N10/NU10 dimensional series features a thin cross-section for space-constrained spindle designs, while N2/NU2 and N3/NU3 series provide progressively heavier cross-sections for higher load requirements. Available with machined brass cages (M suffix), pressed steel cages (standard), or high-speed resin cages for elevated speed applications.

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Technical Datasheet

N / NU Series — Single-Row Cylindrical Roller Bearing Model Parameters

Representative model list for N and NU series single-row cylindrical roller bearings (N10/NU10 dimensional series). Additional dimensional series (N2, NU2, N3, NU3) available — contact engineering for complete catalog.

Legend:d = Bore dia. (mm)D = Outer dia. (mm)B = Width (mm)Cr = Dynamic load (kN)C0r = Static load (kN)
Bearing Modeld (mm)D (mm)B (mm)Cr (kN)C0r (kN)
N100840681530.032.5
NU100840681530.032.5
N101050801637.544.0
NU101050801637.544.0
N101260951852.062.0
N1014701102066.082.0
N1016801252278.0100.0

All models available in P5, P4, and P2 (ABEC-5/7/9) precision grades. Standard material: GCr15 (100Cr6/52100) bearing steel. N = ribbed inner ring, smooth outer. NU = smooth inner, ribbed outer. NJ = ribbed inner + single-rib outer (limited axial location). NUP = ribbed inner + loose flange (full axial location). Additional dimensional series (NU2, NU3, NU22, NU23) available. NTN, NSK, SKF, FAG interchangeable. Contact engineering for complete catalog.

Key Features

Why Choose Luoyang Songju N / NU Series Cylindrical Roller Bearings

Compact single-row design — the economical choice for moderate radial loads with flexible mounting configurations

Four Configuration Options

Choose N (ribbed inner), NU (ribbed outer), NJ (inner ribs + single outer rib), or NUP (inner ribs + loose outer flange) to match your exact shaft and housing interface requirements. Each configuration provides different combinations of axial location and thermal expansion accommodation.

Separable Ring — Independent Mounting

All N/NU/NJ/NUP variants feature separable rings — mount the inner ring on the shaft and the outer ring in the housing independently. Ideal for blind housing applications and press-fit conditions that require sequential bearing component installation.

Wide Dimensional Series Range

From ultra-thin N10/NU10 series for space-constrained spindles to heavy-duty N3/NU3 series for maximum load capacity — select the exact cross-section your design requires. Multiple dimensional series enable optimization for either minimum envelope or maximum load rating.

High-Speed Capable

Single-row designs with optimized roller profiles and high-speed resin cages achieve higher limiting speeds than double-row equivalents. N10/NU10 thin-section series in particular excels in high-speed spindle applications where minimizing rotating mass is critical.

Premium GCr15 Bearing Steel

Rings and rollers manufactured from vacuum-degassed GCr15 (100Cr6/52100) steel. Through-hardened to 58–64 HRC with controlled retained austenite content for dimensional stability under varying loads and operating temperatures.

NTN / NSK / SKF Interchangeable

Manufactured to ISO dimensional standards. Direct drop-in replacement for NTN, NSK, SKF, and FAG N/NU/NJ/NUP series single-row cylindrical roller bearings. Competitive pricing with shorter lead times from Luoyang.

Primary Applications

Industries & Applications for N / NU Series Cylindrical Roller Bearings

N / NU Series cylindrical roller bearings are trusted across precision industries worldwide for their unmatched radial performance.

Auxiliary Spindle Support

N and NU bearings provide compact radial support for auxiliary spindles, idler shafts, and transmission shafts in CNC machine tools. The separable design simplifies assembly in the confined spaces typical of multi-spindle machine configurations.

Gearbox Input & Output Shafts

NU series (ribbed outer ring) is the standard choice for gearbox shafts — the outer ring ribs retain the roller assembly while the smooth inner ring allows easy shaft insertion. NJ and NUP variants provide controlled axial location for helical gear thrust reactions.

Electric Motor Rotor Support

N/NU bearings support motor rotors in industrial electric motors, servo motors, and spindle drive motors. The separable design simplifies motor assembly — mount the outer ring in the end bell, then insert the rotor-and-inner-ring assembly as a unit.

Pump & Compressor Shafts

Single-row cylindrical roller bearings handle the radial loads of centrifugal pump, compressor, and blower shafts. NU bearings at the floating end accommodate thermal shaft expansion while the locating end uses an NJ or NUP bearing for axial positioning.

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