61800-ZZ bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 61800-ZZ is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 10 x 19 x 5 mm (bore x OD x width) with ZZ sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 10 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 19 mm |
| Width B | 5 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | ZZ |
| Internal clearance | CN / C3 available |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 1.72 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 0.83 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.036 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 80000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 38000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -30 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 6 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF 61800-2Z |
| Standard | ISO 15 |
| Catalog version | SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) |
| Last verified | 2026-09-25 |
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 & 61800-series range
| Bore d | 0.394 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 0.748 in |
| Width B | 0.197 in |
| ISO bore code | 00 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 4.5 mm |
| Smallest bore in 61800-series | 1 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 61800-series | 1820 mm |
| Width range across 61800-series | 1–140 mm |
| Bore position in 61800-series (smallest first) | 11 of 74 |
| Bore above smallest 61800-series size | 9 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61800-2RS-FAG | FAG | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (ZZ vs 2RS) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 61800-FAG | FAG | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (ZZ vs OPEN) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 61800-ZZ-FAG | FAG | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Identical ISO 15 envelope, seal and ratings band — standard interchange; re-verify precision class and clearance per supplier. |
| 61800 | 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. |
| 61800-2RS-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (ZZ vs 2RS) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 61800-NSK | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (ZZ vs OPEN) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 61800-RSR | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (ZZ vs RSR) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
| 61800-ZZ-NSK | NSK | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Identical ISO 15 envelope, seal and ratings band — standard interchange; re-verify precision class and clearance per supplier. |
| 61800-2RS-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (ZZ vs 2RS) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 61800-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (ZZ vs OPEN) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 61800-RSR-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant (ZZ vs RSR) and load ratings differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 61800-ZZ-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 10×19×5 mm envelope per ISO 15; catalogue load ratings differ by >10% — re-rate the application before substituting. |
| W61800-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 61800-2RS1 shares the 10×19×5 mm envelope but rates differently (1.72/0.83 kN vs 1.48/0.83 kN) — not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W61800-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 61800-2Z shares the 10×19×5 mm envelope but rates differently (1.72/0.83 kN vs 1.48/0.83 kN) — not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W61800 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF stainless execution W 61800 shares the 10×19×5 mm envelope but rates differently (1.72/0.83 kN vs 1.48/0.83 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 61800-ZZ model number is decoded
In the 61800-series (diameter series 8 of ISO 15) the last two digits encode the bore: 61800 carries bore code 00 = 10 mm. Codes 00–03 follow the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table rather than code × 5. Outside diameter 19 mm and width 5 mm come from the ISO 15 boundary-dimensions general plan. Suffix -ZZ denotes two non-contact metallic shields; they retain grease and block coarse debris but are not liquid-tight. For normal-load mounting with a rotating inner ring on a 10 mm shaft, typical catalogue practice is a j5 shaft seat with an H7 housing bore — verify against the actual load direction and magnitude. SKF's own suffix is 2Z (this page's industry-neutral spelling is -ZZ); catalogue number 61800-2Z.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- textile machinery
- packaging machinery
- space-constrained gearboxes
- clutch and transmission assemblies
Known failure patterns
- fine-particle abrasion when non-contact shields let dust past in dirty duty
- grease aging in the shield-for-life cavity with no relubrication path
- 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
- Bore codes 00–03 use the exception table: 61800 fits a 10 mm shaft — the code × 5 mnemonic does not apply below code 04 (it would imply 0 mm for code 00).
- The 618xx thin section at 10 mm bore has only a 4.5 mm radial section height: it saves space but is highly sensitive to misalignment, shaft deflection and shock loads — verify shaft stiffness before choosing it over a 6200.
- Do not wash 61800-ZZ in solvent before mounting: the grease inside the shielded cavity is the service fill, and solvent creeping past the shield gap strips it out.
- Shielded 61800-ZZ units are typically greased for life; prying the shields out for regreasing usually bends them and leaves a gap that throws grease in service.
- Vibration during standstill brinells the raceways of a 10 mm bearing at ball spacing; if the machine sits idle next to running equipment, turn the shaft over periodically or isolate the arrangement.
- A 10 mm bore listing showing the right d/D/B but no standard or precision-class reference may be a loose-tolerance import; measure bore/OD spread before fitting it to a machined shaft.
- SKF spells the shielded version 61800-2Z (one shield: 61800-Z), not "-ZZ": the suffix language differs by brand even though the ISO envelope is identical, so quote the brand designation when ordering.
- The 1.72/0.83 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 61800-ZZ bearing?
A 61800-ZZ deep-groove ball bearing has a 10 mm bore, 19 mm outer diameter and 5 mm width (0.394 × 0.748 × 0.197 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two non-contact metallic shields.
Why does 61800 not follow the bore-code × 5 rule?
Codes 00–03 use the exception table (10, 12, 15 and 17 mm): 61800 with code 00 has a 10 mm bore. The code × 5 convention starts at code 04 (20 mm).
What does the ZZ suffix on 61800-ZZ mean?
ZZ means two non-contact sheet-metal shields, one each side. They retain factory grease and block coarse particles with little friction, but do not seal against liquids, fine dust or pressure washing.
How does the 61800 compare with other series at the same 10 mm bore?
618 is an extra-thin section: 19×5 mm, only 4.5 mm radial section at 10 mm bore, far smaller than a 6200, for space-limited layouts at the cost of load rating and misalignment tolerance.
What is the SKF designation and catalogue data for 61800-ZZ?
In the SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue this size is listed as 61800-2Z — two non-contact sheet-metal shields, 10×19×5 mm per ISO 15. Quoted values: C 1.72 kN, C0 0.83 kN, Pu 0.036 kN, limiting speed 38000 r/min, mass 6 g. Brand suffixes (2Z, 2RSH, 2RSL) differ from the industry-neutral spelling 61800-ZZ.
Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) on 2026-09-25. Read our editorial & correction policy.