NTN 2201-NR Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The NTN 2201-NR is a self-aligning ball bearing with snap ring groove manufactured by NTN. It belongs to the 2200 series and features dimensions of 12 × 32 × 14 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 6,500 N and a static load rating of 1,900 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)	12 mm
Outside Diameter (D)	32 mm
Width (B)	14 mm
Weight	0.044 kg

Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)	6,500 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)	1,900 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)	17,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)	22,000 rpm

💡 Application Note: The 2200 series bearings are commonly used in agricultural equipment, conveyor systems, and applications with moderate misalignment. The -NR suffix indicates an external snap ring groove on the outer ring, allowing easy axial location in housing bores.

Brand Cross-Reference — 2201-NR Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the NTN 2201-NR. All share identical dimensions (12×32×14mm) and comparable load ratings:

Brand	Part Number	Dynamic Load (N)	Static Load (N)
NTN	NTN 2201-NR ✦	6,500	1,900
Timken	Timken 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
SKF	SKF 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
NACHI	NACHI 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
KOYO	KOYO 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
Timken	Timken 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
FAG	FAG 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
NSK	NSK 2201-NR	6,500	1,900
SKF	SKF 2201-NR	6,500	1,900

Available Variants

The NTN 2201 base bearing is available in these configurations:

NTN 2201-ZZ-C3

Double shielded, C3 clearance

NTN 2201-2RS-C3

Double sealed, C3 clearance

NTN 2201-C3

Open, C3 clearance

NTN 2201-2Z

Double metal shielded (ISO)

NTN 2201-ZZ

Double metal shielded

NTN 2201-2RS

Double rubber sealed

NTN 2201

Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the NTN 2201-NR?

The NTN 2201-NR has a bore diameter of 12mm, outside diameter of 32mm, and width of 14mm. It weighs 0.044kg.

What is the load capacity of the NTN 2201-NR?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 6,500 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 1,900 N. The maximum recommended speed is 17,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 22,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to NTN 2201-NR?

The 2201-NR is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 12×32×14mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.