61832-ZZ bearing: complete specifications & equivalents

The 61832-ZZ is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 160 x 200 x 20 mm (bore x OD x width) with ZZ sealing. 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 = 200 mm d = 160 B = 20 mm side section front view
Principal dimensions: bore d 160 mm, outer diameter D 200 mm, width B 20 mm. Schematic, not to scale.

Specification table

ParameterValue
Brand NSK
Bore diameter d 160 mm
Outer diameter D 200 mm
Width B 20 mm
Material GCr15
Seal / shield ZZ
Internal clearance CN
Tolerance class P0
Cage steel
Basic dynamic load rating C 53 kN
Basic static load rating C0 61 kN
Mass 1230 g
Manufacturer designation NSK 6832ZZ
Standard ISO 15
Catalog version NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C
Last verified 2026-09-24

Source: catalog reference (NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C) · extracted 2026-09-24

Dimensions in inches & 61800-series range

Bore d 6.299 in
Outer diameter D 7.874 in
Width B 0.787 in
ISO bore code 32
Radial section height (D−d)/2 20 mm
Smallest bore in 61800-series 10 mm
Largest outer diameter in 61800-series 420 mm
Width range across 61800-series 5–38 mm
Bore position in 61800-series (smallest first) 28 of 39
Bore above smallest 61800-series size 150 mm

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
61832 ISO-INTERCHANGE verify
Commonly quoted cross reference; confirm against the target catalog before ordering.
ISO 15 envelope interchange; NSK suffix 6832ZZ maps to industry-neutral ZZ. Verify seal design, grease and speed rating per brand catalogue.

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 61832-ZZ model number is decoded

In the 61800-series (ISO 15 diameter series 8) the last two digits encode the bore: 61832 carries bore code 32 = 160 mm. Outside diameter 200 mm and width 20 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 160 mm shaft, typical catalogue practice is a m6 shaft seat with an H7 housing bore — verify against the actual load direction and magnitude.

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
  • edge loading from shaft deflection or housing misalignment
  • rolling-contact fatigue spalling after the rated L10 life is exceeded

Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute

  • Mount this 160 mm bore bearing by heating the inner ring (induction heater, max 120 °C) — never drive it home through the outer ring or balls, that brinells the raceways.
  • The 618xx thin section at 160 mm bore has only a 20.0 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 6232.
  • ZZ shields are non-contact: 61832-ZZ blocks chips and coarse dust but is not waterproof — do not install it expecting a pressure-wash seal, step up to 61832-2RS for that.
  • Shielded 61832-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.
  • Deep-groove ball bearings tolerate only minutes of misalignment; if the 200 mm housing cannot be aligned, switch to a self-aligning type rather than shimming 61832-ZZ.
  • NSK catalogues the shielded version as 6832ZZ — suffix ZZ, two non-contact steel shields; the industry-neutral page spelling is -ZZ. Quote the NSK designation when ordering.
  • The 53/61 kN ratings, mass 1230 g here are NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C catalogue figures for 6832ZZ; this seal/size combination has no counterpart in the SKF 17000 extract used elsewhere on this site, so the page rests on a single manufacturer source — internal geometry and ratings legitimately differ between brands, so re-verify before substituting in a rated drive.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of a 61832-ZZ bearing?

A 61832-ZZ deep-groove ball bearing has a 160 mm bore, 200 mm outer diameter and 20 mm width (6.299 × 7.874 × 0.787 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two non-contact metallic shields.

How does the 61832 bore code work?

The last two digits of 61832 are bore code 32, giving 32 × 5 = 160 mm bore. The 200 mm outside diameter and 20 mm width follow the ISO 15 diameter series, not the bore code alone.

What does the ZZ suffix on 61832-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 160 mm bore?

618 is an extra-thin section: 200×20 mm, only 20.0 mm radial section at 160 mm bore, far smaller than a 6232, for space-limited layouts at the cost of load rating and misalignment tolerance.

What is the NSK designation and catalogue data for 61832-ZZ?

In the NSK Rolling Bearings catalogue (E1103 Part C) this size is listed as 6832ZZ — two non-contact steel shields (NSK suffix ZZ), 160×200×20 mm per ISO 15. Quoted values: C 53 kN, C0 61 kN, mass 1230 g. The industry-neutral page spelling 61832-ZZ follows the seal-suffix convention used across this site, not NSK order-number spelling. Reference and limiting speeds are not tabulated in the E1103 dimension tables used here; consult NSK speed tables before high-speed service.

Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C on 2026-09-24. Read our editorial & correction policy.