6005-RSR bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 6005-RSR is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 25 x 47 x 12 mm (bore x OD x width) with RSR sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 25 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 47 mm |
| Width B | 12 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | RSR |
| Internal clearance | CN / C3 available |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 11.9 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 6.55 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.275 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 32000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 16000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -30 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 80 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF 6005-2RSL |
| Standard | ISO 15 |
| Catalog version | SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) |
| Last verified | 2026-09-24 |
Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)) · extracted 2026-09-24
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 & 6000-series range
| Bore d | 0.984 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 1.85 in |
| Width B | 0.472 in |
| ISO bore code | 05 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 11 mm |
| Smallest bore in 6000-series | 4 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 6000-series | 1150 mm |
| Width range across 6000-series | 4–155 mm |
| Bore position in 6000-series (smallest first) | 12 of 61 |
| Bore above smallest 6000-series size | 21 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6005-2RS-FAG | FAG | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (RSR vs 2RS) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 6005-FAG | FAG | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (RSR vs OPEN) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 6005-ZZ-FAG | FAG | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (RSR vs ZZ) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 6005 | ISO 15 | verify Commonly quoted cross reference; confirm against the target catalog before ordering. | ISO 15 boundary-dimension envelope; seal suffix convention varies by brand (2RS / DDU / LLU / 2RSR) — verify seal design and temperature range before substituting. |
| 6005-2RS-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (RSR vs 2RS) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6005-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (RSR vs OPEN) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6005-RSR-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; catalogue load ratings differ by >10% — re-rate the application before substituting. |
| 6005-ZZ-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 25×47×12 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (RSR vs ZZ) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| W6005-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 6005-2RS1 shares the 25×47×12 mm envelope but rates differently (11.9/6.55 kN vs 8.71/5.85 kN) — not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W6005-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 6005-2Z shares the 25×47×12 mm envelope but rates differently (11.9/6.55 kN vs 8.71/5.85 kN) — not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W6005 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 6005 shares the 25×47×12 mm envelope but rates differently (11.9/6.55 kN vs 8.71/5.85 kN) — not a load-rating equivalent. |
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 6005-RSR model number is decoded
In the 6000-series (diameter series 0 of ISO 15) the last two digits encode the bore: 6005 carries bore code 05 = 25 mm. Outside diameter 47 mm and width 12 mm come from the ISO 15 boundary-dimensions general plan. Suffix -RSR denotes two low-friction non-contact elastomer seals; they keep coarse debris out with minimal drag but are not liquid-tight. For normal-load mounting with a rotating inner ring on a 25 mm shaft, typical catalogue practice is a k5 shaft seat with an H7 housing bore — verify against the actual load direction and magnitude. SKF's low-friction seal suffix is 2RSL/2RZ (this page's industry-neutral spelling is -RSR); catalogue number 6005-2RSL.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- fans and blowers
- electric motors
- centrifugal pumps
- small gearboxes
Known failure patterns
- ingress of fine dust or moisture past the non-contact lip in dirty or wet duty (RSR is not liquid-tight)
- lip-lubricant starvation if the bearing runs dry for extended periods
- rolling-contact fatigue spalling after the rated L10 life is exceeded
- brinelling from static overload or hammering during mounting
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- At a 25 mm bore, a shaft-seat burr or an overtight setscrew can score the thin inner ring of 6005-RSR; check shaft finish and runout (target Ra ≤ 1.6 µm) before pressing it home.
- The 60xx extra-light section at 25 mm bore uses a smaller 47 mm OD than a 6205; load ratings are lower, so do not replace a failed 62-series bearing with a 60-series without re-rating the load.
- RSR low-friction seals on 6005-RSR run faster than contact-seal 6005-2RS but let fine dust and moisture past the non-contact lip; in dirty or wet duty specify 6005-2RS instead.
- The non-contact lip of 6005-RSR does not retain a lifetime grease fill the way a contact seal does; confirm the regreasing interval for the 25 mm bore position before relying on it as sealed-for-life.
- Grease compatibility is not guaranteed between fills: mixing lithium and polyurea thickeners in a 6000-series position can soften the mixture and leak — clean out the old fill before switching grease types.
- Never mix components between two 6005-RSR units: rings, cage and balls are factory-matched and are not field-interchangeable, even between identical designations.
- SKF catalogues the low-friction seal as 6005-2RSL (suffix -2RSL or -2RZ): a non-contact elastomer lip that runs near the open 16000 r/min limiting speed, closer to the open bearing's 32000 r/min reference than the contact-seal version. It keeps coarse debris out without the drag of a contact seal, but is not liquid-tight — use 2RSH for wet or fine-dust positions.
- The 11.9/6.55 kN ratings here are SKF Explorer-class figures from catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018); SKF can revise internal geometry and ratings without changing the designation, so treat the catalogue version and date as part of the specification and re-verify for critical drives.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a 6005-RSR bearing?
A 6005-RSR deep-groove ball bearing has a 25 mm bore, 47 mm outer diameter and 12 mm width (0.984 × 1.85 × 0.472 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two low-friction non-contact rubber seals.
What internal clearance does 6005-RSR have?
Unless a clearance suffix says otherwise, 6005-RSR is manufactured to normal (CN) radial internal clearance. Tight fits and hot shafts consume clearance in service — for those conditions order the C3 execution of 6005 and verify the residual clearance after mounting.
How should 6005-RSR be mounted?
Apply the mounting force to the ring being fitted: on a 25 mm shaft seat the press load must pass through the inner-ring face only. A fitting sleeve and an arbor press are normally sufficient at this size. Never strike the outer ring, the cage or the seals.
What lubrication does 6005-RSR need?
6005-RSR is supplied pre-greased for life and is not designed to be opened for relubrication; where a relubrication path is required, specify the open 6005 with a housing grease fitting instead.
What is the SKF designation and catalogue data for 6005-RSR?
In the SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue this size is listed as 6005-2RSL — two low-friction non-contact elastomer seals, 25×47×12 mm per ISO 15. Quoted values: C 11.9 kN, C0 6.55 kN, Pu 0.275 kN, limiting speed 16000 r/min, mass 80 g. Brand suffixes (2Z, 2RSH, 2RSL) differ from the industry-neutral spelling 6005-RSR.
Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) on 2026-09-24. Read our editorial & correction policy.