W619-5 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W619-5 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 5 x 13 x 4 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 5 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 13 mm |
| Width B | 4 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 0.761 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 0.335 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.014 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 110000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 70000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 2.1 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 619/5 |
| 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 & 61900-series range
| Bore d | 0.197 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 0.512 in |
| Width B | 0.157 in |
| ISO bore code | — |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 4 mm |
| Smallest bore in 61900-series | 3 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 61900-series | 1120 mm |
| Width range across 61900-series | 3–118 mm |
| Bore position in 61900-series (smallest first) | 3 of 63 |
| Bore above smallest 61900-series size | 2 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| W619-5-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 5×13×4 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 619/5-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W619-5-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 5×13×4 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 619/5-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
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 W619-5 model number is decoded
The W prefix denotes SKF stainless steel deep-groove bearings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class rings). In the 61900-series, the bore is written directly after the slash as 5 mm (bores below 10 mm use the slash spelling). Envelope 5×13×4 mm (0.197×0.512×0.157 in), C 0.761 kN, C0 0.335 kN, Pu 0.014 kN; limiting speed 70000 r/min and mass 2.1 g. The open W 619/5 carries no shields or seals and relies on application lubrication and external sealing. 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
- chemical and marine atmospheres
- medical and laboratory devices
- small pumps handling corrosive media
- bicycle and outdoor equipment
Known failure patterns
- surface staining and pitting when even the stainless steel is left unlubricated in salty or acidic duty
- seal and grease failure before the rings corrode in sustained washdown service
- contamination wear when the open arrangement is used without external seals
- lubricant starvation where no regreasing interval is maintained
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- 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 — W619-5 is not marine-grade stainless.
- The stainless steel is martensitic and MAGNETIC; do not reject W619-5 over magnetism — only austenitic grades are non-magnetic, and those are too soft for bearing raceways.
- Stainless bearings carry lower load ratings than chrome steel of the same envelope: W619-5 is quoted at C 0.761 kN versus the 4 mm-wide 52100 version — do not swap on dimensions alone.
- Food, pharmaceutical and washdown positions need food-grade grease (e.g. NSF H1 registered) inside W619-5; standard fill is industrial grease unless specified otherwise.
- Mount by heating the inner ring (max 120 °C) — driving W619-5 home through the outer ring or balls brinells the raceways.
- Clearance suffixes follow the seal code in the designation stack (e.g. W 619/5-2Z/C3 in SKF spelling); no suffix means normal CN internal clearance.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W619-5?
SKF W 619/5 measures 5×13×4 mm (0.197×0.512×0.157 in), about 2.1 g, C 0.761 kN.
What does the W in W 619/5 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.
What grease is supplied in W619-5?
The open bearing may ship with a rust-preventive film only; specify a food-grade grease for HACCP areas and plan relubrication.
Are W stainless bearings waterproof?
No — the stainless rings resist moisture and weak chemicals far better than 52100 chrome steel, but salt spray, strong chlorides and unlubricated washdown duty can still corrode W619-5; add seals and food-grade grease for wet positions.
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.