W61900 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W61900 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 10 x 22 x 6 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 10 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 22 mm |
| Width B | 6 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 2.34 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 1.25 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.054 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 70000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 45000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 8.7 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 61900 |
| 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 | 0.394 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 0.866 in |
| Width B | 0.236 in |
| ISO bore code | 00 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 6 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) | 8 of 63 |
| Bore above smallest 61900-series size | 7 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61900-RSR | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | NSK NSK 6900VV shares the 10×22×6 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (2.34/1.25 kN vs 2.97/1.27 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W61900-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 10×22×6 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 61900-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W61900-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 10×22×6 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 61900-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 61900 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 61900 shares the 10×22×6 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (2.34/1.25 kN vs 2.7/1.27 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 61900-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 61900-2RS1 shares the 10×22×6 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (2.34/1.25 kN vs 2.7/1.27 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 61900-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 61900-2Z shares the 10×22×6 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (2.34/1.25 kN vs 2.7/1.27 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 W61900 model number is decoded
The W prefix denotes SKF stainless steel deep-groove bearings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class rings). In the 61900-series, bore code 00 follows the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table, so 61900 fits a 10 mm shaft. Envelope 10×22×6 mm (0.394×0.866×0.236 in), C 2.34 kN, C0 1.25 kN, Pu 0.054 kN; limiting speed 45000 r/min and mass 8.7 g. The open W 61900 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
- pharmaceutical and packaging machines
- washdown-duty equipment
- chemical and marine atmospheres
- medical and laboratory devices
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 — W61900 is not marine-grade stainless.
- The stainless steel is martensitic and MAGNETIC; do not reject W61900 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: W61900 is quoted at C 2.34 kN versus the 6 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 W61900; standard fill is industrial grease unless specified otherwise.
- Fillet radii must clear the W61900 chamfer so the 6 mm-wide ring seats square; an oversized shaft radius creates point contact on the ring face.
- Catalogue ratings for W61900 (C 2.34 kN, C0 1.25 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 W61900?
SKF W 61900 measures 10×22×6 mm (0.394×0.866×0.236 in), about 8.7 g, C 2.34 kN.
What does the W in W 61900 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 W61900 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.