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NSK 2311

Self-aligning ball bearings technical reference with manufacturer-sourced dimensions, characteristics and engineering resources.

Technical data available
Bore diameterd
55 mm
Outside diameterD
120 mm
WidthB
43 mm
Dynamic load ratingC
84 kN
Static load ratingC0
24 kN
Mass≈m
2.12 kg

Use this page as a technical reference. Verify the current manufacturer specification and the complete application requirements before selection.

NSK 2311 dimensions and model data

NSK 2311 is a listed self-aligning ball bearing with a cylindrical bore. Its catalogue boundary dimensions are 55×120×43 mm (nominal bore d × outside diameter D × width B).

Bore construction and mounting

2311 is the cylindrical-bore designation in this table. A related K version, where listed, changes the bore to a 1:12 taper. The same nominal d, D and B do not make the mounting arrangements interchangeable.

Using the model-specific load factors

For radial load Fr greater than zero, first compare Fa/Fr with e = 0.41. Use loads in one consistent unit. When Fa/Fr ≤ 0.41, the catalogue dynamic equivalent load is P = Fr + 1.5Fa. Above that threshold, P = 0.65Fr + 2.4Fa. The static equivalent load is P0 = Fr + 1.6Fa. These are catalogue calculation rules for this bearing family, not a complete application approval.

Selection limits and missing specifications

  • Cr = 84 kN and C0r = 24 kN are rated calculation values, not interchangeable maximum working loads.
  • The listed speed limits are 4800 r/min with grease and 6000 r/min with oil. They are lubrication-qualified references, not a guaranteed machine operating speed.
  • This bearing family accommodates angular misalignment through its spherical outer-ring raceway. It is not a high-axial-load substitute for a thrust bearing.
  • NSK gives an approximate family-level misalignment range of 4° to 7° under normal loads. Adjacent shoulders, seals and other surrounding parts can reduce the available angle; this is not a model-specific allowable-angle guarantee.
  • The mounting table uses da as a minimum, Da as a maximum and ra as a maximum. These are adjacent-part constraints, not alternative bearing dimensions.
  • Precision class, internal clearance, cage material and a particular lubricant are not established for this individual designation by the model row. No missing value is treated as zero.

Technical basis:NSK Rolling Bearings for Industrial Machinery, E1103d (2025), Part C, C120–C121 and introduction C116; source checked 2026-10-01. Values are independently organised for reference and comparison, not sales or an installation approval.

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Technical data

Product specifications

Metric and imperial values are paired where the manufacturer provides both. Expand a section to review its parameters.

Core specifications7 parameters
Core specifications
ParameterSymbolValue
Variant / constructionSelf-aligning ball bearing
Bore diameterd55 mm
Outside diameterD120 mm
WidthB43 mm
Basic dynamic load ratingC84 kN
Basic static load ratingC024 kN
Mass≈m2.12 kg
Mounting dimensions3 parameters
Mounting dimensions
ParameterSymbolValue
Minimum shaft shoulder diameterda min.64 mm
Maximum housing shoulder diameterDa max.111 mm
Maximum adjacent fillet radiusra max.2 mm
Boundary dimensions4 parameters
Boundary dimensions
ParameterSymbolValue
Bore diameterd55 mm
Outside diameterD120 mm
Bearing widthB43 mm
Minimum bearing chamferr min.2 mm
Construction1 parameter
Construction
ParameterSymbolValue
Bore constructionCylindrical bore
Equivalent-load factors4 parameters
Equivalent-load factors
ParameterSymbolValue
Dynamic load ratio thresholde0.41
Dynamic axial factor above thresholdY22.4
Dynamic axial factor at or below thresholdY31.5
Static axial load factorY01.6
Load ratings2 parameters
Load ratings
ParameterSymbolValue
Basic dynamic radial load ratingCr84000 N
Basic static radial load ratingC0r24000 N
Lubrication-qualified speed2 parameters
Lubrication-qualified speed
ParameterSymbolValue
Limiting speed with grease4800 r/min
Limiting speed with oil6000 r/min
Reference mass1 parameter
Reference mass
ParameterSymbolValue
Approximate catalogue mass2.12 kg

Technical documents & data sheet

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