6228-2RS bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 6228-2RS is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 140 x 250 x 42 mm (bore x OD x width) with 2RS sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | NSK |
| Bore diameter d | 140 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 250 mm |
| Width B | 42 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | 2RS |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 183 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 150 kN |
| Mass | 7680 g |
| Manufacturer designation | NSK 6228DDU |
| 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 & 6200-series range
| Bore d | 5.512 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 9.843 in |
| Width B | 1.654 in |
| ISO bore code | 28 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 55 mm |
| Smallest bore in 6200-series | 10 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 6200-series | 440 mm |
| Width range across 6200-series | 9–72 mm |
| Bore position in 6200-series (smallest first) | 26 of 34 |
| Bore above smallest 6200-series size | 130 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6228 | ISO-INTERCHANGE | verify Commonly quoted cross reference; confirm against the target catalog before ordering. | ISO 15 envelope interchange; NSK suffix DDU maps to industry-neutral 2RS. 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 6228-2RS model number is decoded
In the 6200-series (ISO 15 diameter series 2) the last two digits encode the bore: 6228 carries bore code 28 = 140 mm. Outside diameter 250 mm and width 42 mm come from the ISO 15 boundary-dimensions general plan. Suffix -2RS denotes two contact-type elastomer seals over a lifetime grease fill; the sealing lips add drag compared with open or shielded versions. For normal-load mounting with a rotating inner ring on a 140 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
- medium and heavy industrial drives
- large gearboxes
- industrial fans and blowers
- hoists and winches
Known failure patterns
- seal-lip hardening and loss of pre-grease in sustained high-temperature service
- grease-life expiry in the sealed-for-life cavity (no relubrication path)
- fretting corrosion on a loose shaft seat
- cage damage from operation beyond the limiting speed
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Mount this 140 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 62xx light series is the default general-purpose section at 140 mm bore; before upgrading to a 6328 for extra capacity, confirm the housing accepts a 250 mm OD and 42 mm width — it is not a drop-in swap.
- Contact seals add drag and heat: 6228-2RS runs slower and cooler-limited than the open 6228; rubber lips are generally limited to roughly 80–110 °C continuous depending on grease, and C3 clearance is the common hot-duty choice.
- Never wash a sealed 6228-2RS in solvent or press it home via the outer ring; solvent destroys the grease thickener and mounting force through the seal deforms the lip.
- Do not quieten a noisy bearing by preloading it: the 6200-series is a deep-groove design, not angular-contact; axial preload raises temperature and shortens grease life.
- NSK catalogues the contact-sealed version as 6228DDU (suffix DDU), the NSK equivalent of the industry-neutral -2RS spelling on this page; it is greased for life and the contacting lip lowers the speed ceiling versus the open bearing.
- The 183/150 kN ratings, mass 7680 g here are NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C catalogue figures for 6228DDU; 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 6228-2RS bearing?
A 6228-2RS deep-groove ball bearing has a 140 mm bore, 250 mm outer diameter and 42 mm width (5.512 × 9.843 × 1.654 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two contact rubber seals and is normally pre-greased.
How does the 6228 bore code work?
The last two digits of 6228 are bore code 28, giving 28 × 5 = 140 mm bore. The 250 mm outside diameter and 42 mm width follow the ISO 15 diameter series, not the bore code alone.
What does the 2RS suffix on 6228-2RS mean?
2RS means two contact elastomer seals, one each side, usually over a lifetime grease fill. Sealing against dust and moisture is better than ZZ shields, but the lip drag lowers the speed and temperature ceiling.
How does the 6200 compare with other series at the same 140 mm bore?
The '2' is the light diameter series: 250×42 mm with a 55.0 mm radial section at 140 mm bore. A 6328 on the same bore is larger and higher-rated; a 6028 is smaller and lower-rated.
What is the NSK designation and catalogue data for 6228-2RS?
In the NSK Rolling Bearings catalogue (E1103 Part C) this size is listed as 6228DDU — two contacting rubber seals over a lifetime grease fill (NSK suffix DDU), 140×250×42 mm per ISO 15. Quoted values: C 183 kN, C0 150 kN, mass 7680 g. The industry-neutral page spelling 6228-2RS 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.