7204 BEP (Angular Contact Ball bearing)
The 7204 BEP is a Angular Contact Ball bearing with boundary dimensions of 20 x 47 x 14 mm (bore x outside diameter x width). It has a basic dynamic load rating of 14 kN and a basic static load rating of 8 kN.
Cross-Reference
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| SKF | 7204 BEP |
| Timken | 7204 |
| FAG (Schaeffler) | 7204-B |
Cross-references are matched on the ISO 15 boundary dimensions
(20 x 47 x 14 mm) and bearing type, which is what makes parts interchangeable. The
suffixes (e.g. -2RS, -2Z, -E1) encode seals, shields, and internal design
variants, not the envelope size.
Boundary Dimensions
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Bore (d) | 20 mm |
| Outside diameter (D) | 47 mm |
| Width (B/T) | 14 mm |
Load Ratings
| Rating | Value |
|---|---|
| Basic dynamic load rating (C) | 14 kN |
| Basic static load rating (C0) | 8 kN |
Type & Application Notes
Angular Contact Ball bearings are designed for combined radial and axial loads with a contact angle. The 7204 BEP is commonly found in pumps, compressors, and machine-tool spindles where combined loads occur. Dynamic rating 14 kN sets the load a bearing can carry for a one-million-revolution rating life (L10), while the static rating 8 kN governs the maximum load a stationary bearing can withstand without permanent deformation.
Interchange Notes
When substituting the 7204 BEP:
- Match the boundary dimensions (20 x 47 x 14 mm) exactly — this is what guarantees fit.
- Match the bearing type (Angular Contact Ball); mixing roller and ball types changes stiffness, speed limits, and load capacity.
- Match or exceed the dynamic load rating (14 kN) for the intended life.
- Respect the seal/shield suffix the application requires (open, Z, 2Z, RS, or 2RS).
Frequently Asked Questions
What Timken bearing crosses to SKF 7204 BEP?
The Timken equivalent is 7204.
What FAG bearing crosses to SKF 7204 BEP?
The FAG (Schaeffler) equivalent is 7204-B.
What are the dimensions of the 7204 BEP bearing?
20 x 47 x 14 mm (bore x OD x width).
What is the load rating of the 7204 BEP bearing?
Dynamic 14 kN, static 8 kN.
What type of bearing is the 7204 BEP?
It is a Angular Contact Ball bearing.