W6003-2RS bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W6003-2RS is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 17 x 35 x 10 mm (bore x OD x width) with 2RS sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 17 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 35 mm |
| Width B | 10 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | 2RS |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 4.94 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 3.15 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.137 kN |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 13000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 38 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 6003-2RS1 |
| 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 & 6000-series range
| Bore d | 0.669 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 1.378 in |
| Width B | 0.394 in |
| ISO bore code | 03 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 9 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) | 10 of 61 |
| Bore above smallest 6000-series size | 13 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| W6003-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 17×35×10 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6003-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W6003 | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 17×35×10 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6003 is the open arrangement execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6003 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6003 shares the 17×35×10 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (4.94/3.15 kN vs 6.37/3.25 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6003-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6003-2RSH shares the 17×35×10 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (4.94/3.15 kN vs 6.37/3.25 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6003-RSR | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6003-2RSL shares the 17×35×10 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (4.94/3.15 kN vs 6.37/3.25 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6003-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6003-2Z shares the 17×35×10 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (4.94/3.15 kN vs 6.37/3.25 kN) — the stainless execution is 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 W6003-2RS model number is decoded
The W prefix denotes SKF stainless steel deep-groove bearings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class rings). In the 6000-series, bore code 03 follows the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table, so 6003 fits a 17 mm shaft. Envelope 17×35×10 mm (0.669×1.378×0.394 in), C 4.94 kN, C0 3.15 kN, Pu 0.137 kN; limiting speed 13000 r/min and mass 38 g. SKF catalogues the sealed execution as W 6003-2RS1: two contact elastomer lips (2RS1/2RSH spelling) over a lifetime grease fill; the lips add drag, and no reference (thermal) speed is published. Stainless is chosen for corrosion and washdown duty, not for extra load — the same-envelope chrome-steel bearing rates higher.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- food and beverage conveyors
- pharmaceutical and packaging machines
- washdown-duty equipment
- chemical and marine atmospheres
Known failure patterns
- seal and grease failure before the rings corrode in sustained washdown service
- surface staining and pitting when even the stainless steel is left unlubricated in salty or acidic duty
- contact-seal lip hardening and pre-grease loss after long high-temperature service
- grease-life expiry inside the sealed-for-life cavity, which has no relubrication path
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Food, pharmaceutical and washdown positions need food-grade grease (e.g. NSF H1 registered) inside W6003-2RS; standard fill is industrial grease unless specified otherwise.
- Corrosion resistance depends on clean, undamaged surfaces: never weld near W6003-2RS or scratch the raceways during mounting, since the damaged spot starts corrosion.
- Temperatures above roughly 300 °C temper the stainless races; even standard greases fail far earlier — keep W6003-2RS inside the quoted grease temperature range.
- W-prefix stainless rings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class) resist moisture and weak chemicals but will still rust in chloride-rich or salt-spray duty without protection — W6003-2RS is not marine-grade stainless.
- The fatigue load limit is 0.137 kN; it feeds the equivalent-mean-load check, not the basic life calculation — do not substitute one for the other.
- Catalogue ratings for W6003-2RS (C 4.94 kN, C0 3.15 kN) are SKF figures from PUB BU/P1 17000; geometry revisions can change ratings without changing the designation, so keep the catalogue edition with the specification.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W6003-2RS?
SKF W 6003-2RS1 measures 17×35×10 mm (0.669×1.378×0.394 in), about 38 g, C 4.94 kN.
What does the W in W 6003-2RS1 mean?
W is the SKF prefix for stainless steel deep-groove bearings (rings in X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class); the rest of the designation follows the normal series and bore rules.
Is the stainless bearing magnetic?
Yes. Bearing stainless steels are martensitic (hardened) and magnetic; non-magnetic austenitic grades cannot be hardened enough for raceways and balls.
Where is W6003-2RS typically used?
Food and packaging machines, pharmaceutical equipment, washdown conveyors, chemical and marine-atmosphere drives and appliances exposed to moisture.
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.