R2000 Bearings Overview
Royersford R2000 Mounted Spherical Bearings are engineered to handle misalignment and last. Made in the USA with compact, rugged gray iron housings and premium SKF spherical inserts to deliver long-lasting performance in applications requiring high load capacity and self-alignment. Designed for fast installation and dependable operation, R2000 bearings are available in shaft sizes from 1 7⁄16” through 5” and widely stocked throughout the US and Canada.
Key Benefits:
- Self-Aligning spherical strength for demanding applications
- Heavy radial & axial load capacity
- Factory assembled, sealed, and lubricated
- Handles ± 1½° misalignment
- Expansion units provide 0.100” movement
- SKF spherical performance with Royersford durability
Why SKF Bearings Stand Out:
- Engineered for demanding industrial environments
- Excellent performance under high loads
- Allows both running and static misalignment
- Operates reliably at elevated temperatures
Materials & Construction:
- Durable high-strength gray iron housings, made in the USA
- Compact footprint without sacrificing ruggedness
- Fully machined mounting surfaces for precise alignment
- Available in 2 and 4-Bolt pillow blocks, square and piloted flanges, and Take-Up units
Expansion & Non-Expansion Options
- Non-Expansion units: Fixed for precise shaft control
- Expansion units: Allow up to 0.100” axial movement
- Both styles handle ± 1½° misalignment for easier installation and longer bearing life
Sealing System (Dual-Lip Seal)
- Blocks contaminants
- Retains lubrication
- Self-purging to extend service life
Installation Advantages
- Delivered pre-lubricated, pre-sealed, and pre-adjusted
- Eliminates contamination during setup
- Reduces downtime
- Simplifies Maintenance
- Avoids premature failure
- Self-aligning design allows for fast mounting
Common Industry Applications & Equipment Uses
Include but are not limited to:
Applications:
- Conveyors and Material Handling Systems
- Fans, Blowers, and Ventilation Systems
- Agricultural Machinery
- Processing Equipment that is subject to misalignment or vibration
R2000 Bearing Products
Spherical Roller Bearing Nomenclature
*All standard units include suffix -501
**Additional suffixes (5XX) will be used to designate modified or special assemblies
Component & Replacement Kit Nomenclature
Selection
R2000 Mounted Spherical Roller Bearings are designed for heavy radial, thrust, and combined radial/thrust loads. The maximum recommended load depends on the interaction of the bearing, housing, shaft, shaft attachment, speed, and desired bearing life.
How to Select a Bearing:
- Determine the Equivalent Radial Load (P) for your application.
- Choose an R2000 bearing from the load chart with a dynamic radial load capacity at the operating speed that meets or exceeds the calculated load.
- This method provides reliable performance for most general applications and accommodates occasional average shock loads.
Where:
- L 10 = Life hours
- C = Dynamic Capacity (from table 1)
- P = Equivalent Radial Load
Equivalent Radial Load (P):
- If only radial load is present, P = actual radial load (Fᵣ).
- For combined radial and axial loads, P = X·Fᵣ + Y·Fₐ, where X and Y are load factors taken from the factor table based on the FA/FR ratio.
Where:
- F A = Axial (thrust) Load
- F R = Radial Load
- X = Radial Load Factor from table 1
- Y = Thrust Load Factor from table 1
The shaft tolerances recommended below are adequate for normal radial and radial/thrust load applications. Where the applied radial load exceeds the Maximum Slip Fit Radial Load, a snug-to-light press fit of the shaft is required. Since the allowable load, especially at low RPM, is very large, the shaft should be checked to assure adequate shaft strength.
Shaft Tolerances:
Table 1 - Radial/Thrust Factors
Table 2 - Easy Selection Table
Table 3 - Set Screw Information