4301-ATN9 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents

The 4301-ATN9 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 12 x 37 x 17 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.

Bearing dimension schematic Front view shows outer diameter D and bore d; side section shows width B. D = 37 mm d = 12 B = 17 mm side section front view
Principal dimensions: bore d 12 mm, outer diameter D 37 mm, width B 17 mm. Schematic, not to scale.

Specification table

ParameterValue
Brand SKF
Bore diameter d 12 mm
Outer diameter D 37 mm
Width B 17 mm
Material GCr15
Seal / shield open
Internal clearance CN
Tolerance class P0
Cage polymer (PA66 glass-fibre reinforced)
Basic dynamic load rating C 13 kN
Basic static load rating C0 7.8 kN
Fatigue load limit Pu 0.325 kN
Reference speed (thermal) 34000 rpm
Limiting speed (mechanical) 18000 rpm
Operating temperature -40 to +120 °C
Mass 92 g
Manufacturer designation 4301 ATN9
Standard ISO 15
Catalog version SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)
Last verified 2026-09-27

Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)) · extracted 2026-09-27

Parameters extracted from the official SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)); SKF® and SKF Explorer® are trademarks of AB SKF, used here for identification only — mpnbase is not an authorized SKF distributor. Boundary dimensions are ISO 15 interchangeable; current production values may differ, verify at skf.com.

Dimensions in inches & 4300-series range

Bore d 0.472 in
Outer diameter D 1.457 in
Width B 0.669 in
ISO bore code 01
Radial section height (D−d)/2 12.5 mm
Smallest bore in 4300-series 12 mm
Largest outer diameter in 4300-series 160 mm
Width range across 4300-series 17–55 mm
Bore position in 4300-series (smallest first) 1 of 14
Bore above smallest 4300-series size 0 mm

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
62301-2RS SKF partial
Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ.
Same 12×37×17 mm envelope as SKF 62301-2RS1, but catalogue C/C0 differ (13/7.8 kN vs 9.75/4.15 kN) — envelope match only after a load check.

Interchange levels: full standard interchange · partial verify parameters · verify manual confirmation required. Links resolve to the equivalent model's specification page where available.

How the 4301-ATN9 model number is decoded

4301 ATN9 is a double-row deep-groove ball bearing in the 4300-series: bore code 01 follows the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table, so 4301 fits a 12 mm shaft. Two complete ball sets share the 12×37×17 mm (0.472×1.457×0.669 in) envelope, giving C 13 kN, C0 7.8 kN and Pu 0.325 kN, with reversing axial capacity a single-row bearing cannot match. ATN9 is the glass-fibre PA66 cage. Limiting speed 18000 r/min, mass 92 g. The arrangement is open and requires external sealing.

Typical equipment & failure modes

Common applications

  • belt take-up and tensioner units
  • machine tool feed drives
  • lifting and hoisting gear
  • fans with axial thrust reversals

Known failure patterns

  • uneven load sharing between the two raceways when one ring is tilted
  • polyamide cage embrittlement after sustained high-temperature service
  • cage damage from running beyond the limiting speed
  • raceway smearing under marginal lubrication at start-up

Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute

  • The ATN9 cage is glass-fibre-reinforced polyamide 66: it is light and quiet but caps continuous service around 100–120 °C in oil/grease — above that use the pressed-steel or machined-cage version of the 12 mm position.
  • Two deep-groove raceways in 4301-ATN9 share the load but need parallel seats; tilting the 17 mm-wide assembly loads one row heavily and can spall it early.
  • The wide 12×37×17 mm envelope is not interchangeable with a single-row 6201 — the housing and shaft shoulders differ, so design the seat for the double-row width from the start.
  • Double-row 4301 is open and needs application sealing and lubrication; in dusty drives add external seals rather than expecting the bearing itself to stay clean.
  • Double-row 4301 is open and needs application sealing and lubrication; in dusty drives add external seals rather than expecting the bearing itself to stay clean.
  • Fillet radii must clear the 4301-ATN9 chamfer so the 17 mm-wide ring seats square; an oversized shaft radius creates point contact on the ring face.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of 4301-ATN9?

Double-row 4301 ATN9 measures 12×37×17 mm (0.472×1.457×0.669 in), about 92 g.

What does ATN9 mean on 4301 ATN9?

A = double-row deep-groove arrangement, TN9 is a glass-fibre-reinforced polyamide 66 cage; it limits continuous temperature to roughly 100–120 °C.

Does 4301-ATN9 run as fast as a single-row bearing?

Somewhat slower: SKF rates it to 18000 r/min; the two cages and wider grease volume generate more drag than a single-row 6201.

How is 4301-ATN9 lubricated and sealed?

The ATN9 execution is open and greased/oiled by the application; provide external lip seals and a regreasing path for dirty duty.

Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) on 2026-09-27. Read our editorial & correction policy.