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N 1014 TN/SP Single Row Cylindrical Roller Bearing, Straight Bore Non-metallic Cage, SP Precision Grade C1 Clearance Bearing Steel High Speed Machine Tool Spindle Bearing
1 Model Information & Technical Parameters
Model:N 1014 TN/SP
Dimensions
Bore d:70 mm
Outer diameter D:110 mm
Width B:20 mm
Bore type: Straight cylindrical bore
Radial clearance: C1 minimal internal clearance
Accuracy class: SP precision grade
Structure: N single row design, inner ring with two ribs, ribless outer ring allowing axial floating
Outer ring flange: None
Seal: Open design, no seals
Surface coating: Uncoated
Pre-lubrication: No lubricant supplied from factory
Re-lubrication feature: No circumferential lubrication groove & oil holes on outer ring, continuous on-line re-lubrication not available
Code Explanation
N: Single row cylindrical roller bearing, two ribs on inner ring, ribless outer ring with axial floating capacity to compensate spindle thermal elongation, suitable purely for radial loads.
1014: Size series 10 narrow cross-section spindle bearing for machine tool application.
TN: Non-metallic roller-guided cage, low friction and controlled temperature rise.
SP: Precision accuracy grade with strictly controlled rotational runout for medium-high speed precision machine tool spindle applications.
Load & Speed Data
Basic dynamic load rating Cr:57.2 kN
Basic static load rating C0r:75 kN
Permissible speed, grease lubrication:9 500 r/min
Permissible speed, oil-air lubrication:10 000 r/min
Material & Additional Properties
Rolling element material: Bearing steel
Indicative carbon footprint:2.4 kg CO₂e
Net weight:0.638 kg
eClass code:23-05-09-01
UNSPSC code:31171505
Suffix Explanation
N: Single row cylindrical roller bearing. Two ribs on inner ring guide rollers; ribless outer ring floats axially to absorb thermal expansion. Only radial loads can be supported, axial loads are not recommended.
1014: Series 10 narrow-section spindle bearing with compact structure to fit limited installation space of machine spindles.
TN: Non-metallic cage. Light weight reduces friction and temperature rise under medium-high rotation speed.
SP: Precision accuracy grade. Dimensional tolerance, radial and axial runout are tighter than standard bearings to sustain stable precision during continuous machining.
C1 clearance: Minimal radial internal clearance, matched for lightly preloaded medium-high speed spindle systems to suppress vibration and improve workpiece surface finish.
Important reminder: This straight bore N-type single row cylindrical roller bearing with steel rollers features fixed preload after mounting without adjustment via lock nut. No W33 circumferential lubrication groove on outer ring, cannot connect to continuous automatic lubrication circuits, only suitable for intermittent production with one-time grease filling during mounting. N-type floating outer ring bears pure radial loads and cannot withstand axial forces; spindle axial positioning must be undertaken by paired angular contact ball bearings. Open bearing without built-in seals; labyrinth seals or oil seals must be installed on housings to block coolant and dust ingress. No pre-filled grease upon delivery. Steel rollers deliver higher load capacity and better shock resistance than composite roller versions at the cost of lower limiting rotational speed. Ideal for finishing applications with moderate loads and stable process parameters without frequent preload adjustment.
Alternative variants:
N1014 KTNHA/SP (1:12 tapered bore, steel rollers, non-metallic cage, SP C1 clearance, on-site preload adjustable)
N1014 TN/SPW33 (straight bore, steel rollers, outer ring W33 groove supporting continuous re-lubrication)
N1014 TN/HC5SP (straight bore, non-metallic cage, composite rollers, higher limiting speed, lower load capacity)
N1014 TN/UP (straight bore, UP ultra-precision grade for ultra-precision grinding spindles)
2 Structure & Operating Characteristics
N 1014 TN/SP is an SP-grade precision single row cylindrical roller bearing with C1 minimal radial clearance, TN non-metallic cage, bearing steel rolling elements, straight cylindrical bore and outer ring without lubrication groove. Rigid steel rollers provide strong load capacity and acceptable shock resistance. The N design with ribless outer ring allows free axial sliding to automatically compensate spindle thermal expansion and avoid extra axial stress induced by temperature rise.
It adopts straight cylindrical bore structure. Preload is fixed after installation via fit tolerance, suitable for stable production lines with unchanged machining parameters requiring no frequent spindle rigidity adjustment. The non-metallic cage controls friction and temperature rise effectively. Without outer ring W33 channel, uninterrupted re-lubrication during running is impossible, only applicable to intermittent processing equipment with scheduled downtime for grease replenishment. Combined C1 minimal clearance and precision manufacturing tolerances suppress rotary vibration at medium-high speeds and guarantee surface quality in precision finishing.
Selection guide:
N1014 TN/SP (straight bore, steel rollers, non-metallic cage, no W33 groove, SP C1 clearance, fixed preload, strong load capacity, medium-high speed, intermittent processing with one-time greasing)
N1014 TN/SPW33 (straight bore, steel rollers with lubrication groove, fixed preload plus continuous on-line lubrication)
N1014 KTNHA/SP (1:12 tapered bore, steel rollers, adjustable preload for frequently changed processes)
N1014 TN/HC5SP (straight bore, composite rollers, higher limiting speed, weaker load capacity)
N1014 TN/UP (straight bore, ultra-precision grade for mirror precision grinding)
Recommended matching bearing: Paired 7014 SP angular contact ball bearings to bear all axial loads and realize bidirectional spindle axial positioning.
3 Core Performance Advantages
1. Bearing steel rollers offer outstanding load capacity and good shock resistance for moderate load cutting applications.
2. Compact N-type single-row narrow-section structure saves installation space of spindle assemblies.
3. Straight cylindrical bore enables simple assembly, stable fit and permanent fixed preload for convenient maintenance.
4. Lightweight TN non-metallic cage lowers friction loss and suppresses temperature rise during medium-high speed operation.
5. SP precision standard combined with C1 minimal radial clearance delivers tight control over rotational runout, mitigates vibration and stabilizes machining accuracy and surface finish.
6. Axially floating outer ring automatically compensates spindle thermal elongation and prevents abnormal additional stress inside the bearing.
4 Typical Application Fields
4.1 Spindle units of vertical machining centers with stable production processes
Fixed workpiece types without frequent spindle preload adjustment, moderate cutting loads, intermittent production without 24-hour automatic continuous lubrication
4.2 Medium-high speed CNC cylindrical & internal grinding precision spindles
Stable moderate-load grinding, long-term continuous finishing, periodic shutdown maintenance for grease filling
4.3 Standard high-speed precision CNC lathes and turn-mill composite spindles
Mixed finishing and semi-finishing cuts, steady loads with unchanged process parameters
4.4 General medium-high speed precision rotary spindle equipment
Medium-to-heavy loads with high requirements on load stability, without uninterrupted automatic oil supply circuit
5 Assembly Specifications & Usage Guidelines
5.1 Assembly Environment & Operation Standards
SP precision bearings should be assembled in constant-temperature dust-free clean workshops. Thoroughly remove contaminants on shaft journals, housing bores and spacer contact surfaces. Preload is determined by fit tolerance for straight bore bearings; calculate dimensional tolerance accurately before assembly. No lubrication groove on outer ring; grease can only be filled during assembly, formulate regular shutdown maintenance plan for supplementary greasing. Reliable sealing must be installed on machine housings to prevent coolant and dust from reaching rolling surfaces. This N-type bearing cannot withstand axial loads, paired angular contact bearings are mandatory for spindle axial positioning. Although steel rollers feature better shock resistance than composite rollers, avoid long-term continuous heavy shock loads.
5.2 Selection Guidance
Medium-high speed, stable moderate load, fixed process without preload adjustment, intermittent production, no continuous on-line oil supply → N1014 TN/SP
Stable process equipped with continuous automatic lubrication, medium-high speed steady load operation → N1014 TN/SPW33
Frequent process changes requiring on-site preload adjustment, moderate load → N1014 KTNHA/SP
Higher limiting speed priority, light-to-medium load → N1014 TN/HC5SP
Ultimate rotational accuracy, precision mirror grinding → N1014 TN/UP
Important notice: No outer ring lubrication groove for this model, lubricant cannot be replenished while equipment is running, periodic maintenance schedule is mandatory. N structure is designed purely for radial loads; continuous accidental axial force triggers edge stress concentration, roller scuffing and premature fatigue failure.
5.3 Lubrication Maintenance Instruction
No lubricant pre-filled at factory. Oil-air lubrication is recommended to achieve maximum permissible rotational speed; grease one-time filling is adopted for intermittent working conditions. Lacking outer ring oil groove, grease cannot be supplemented into bearing without machine shutdown. Set maintenance cycle according to operating conditions, shut down periodically to disassemble end caps for re-greasing; prevent premature wear caused by long-term insufficient lubrication. Continuously monitor bearing temperature. Stop operation immediately once abnormal temperature rise occurs to inspect lubrication status and fit clearance.
5.4 Environmental Application Notes
Open structure without built-in seals; labyrinth seals or oil seals on housings are compulsory. Rolling contact surfaces are extremely sensitive to tiny hard particles. Contamination amplifies vibration and rapidly deteriorates machining accuracy. Bearing steel rollers provide excellent load and shock resistance, yet long-term operation under high temperature accelerates grease ageing, so operating temperature should be controlled within reasonable range.
6 Fault Identification
Common failure modes: steadily rising vibration during cutting, regular texture patterns on machined workpieces, abnormal continuous spindle temperature increase, periodic rotational noise, cage abrasion & deformation, scuffing of rolling elements and raceway fatigue spalling. Typical failures for straight bore bearings: improper selection of shaft fit tolerance leads to persistent overheating due to over-tight fit or accuracy degradation due to loose fit; premature wear due to aged and exhausted grease without online replenishment; uneven abrasion induced by unexpected axial loads; raceway spalling caused by long-term overload and shock loads. Shut down equipment immediately upon persistent abnormal noise or irreversible accuracy degradation. Bearings with permanent damage to raceways, rolling elements or cage cannot be repaired and need complete replacement.