W6204-ZZ bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W6204-ZZ is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 20 x 47 x 14 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 | 20 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 47 mm |
| Width B | 14 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | ZZ |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 10.8 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 6.55 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.28 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 34000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 17000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 106 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 6204-2Z |
| 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 & 6200-series range
| Bore d | 0.787 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 1.85 in |
| Width B | 0.551 in |
| ISO bore code | 04 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 13.5 mm |
| Smallest bore in 6200-series | 3 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 6200-series | 540 mm |
| Width range across 6200-series | 2.5–85 mm |
| Bore position in 6200-series (smallest first) | 11 of 45 |
| Bore above smallest 6200-series size | 17 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| W6204-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 20×47×14 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6204-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W6204 | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 20×47×14 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6204 is the open arrangement execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6204 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6204 shares the 20×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (10.8/6.55 kN vs 13.5/6.55 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6204-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6204-2Z shares the 20×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (10.8/6.55 kN vs 13.5/6.55 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6204-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6204-2RSH shares the 20×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (10.8/6.55 kN vs 13.5/6.55 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6204-RSR | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6204-2RSL shares the 20×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (10.8/6.55 kN vs 13.5/6.55 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 W6204-ZZ model number is decoded
The W prefix denotes SKF stainless steel deep-groove bearings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class rings). In the 6200-series, the last two digits encode the bore: 6204 carries code 04 = 20 mm (code × 5). Envelope 20×47×14 mm (0.787×1.85×0.551 in), C 10.8 kN, C0 6.55 kN, Pu 0.28 kN; limiting speed 17000 r/min and mass 106 g. SKF spells the double shield W 6204-2Z (suffix 2Z); the shields are non-contact, retain grease and block coarse debris but are not liquid-tight. 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
- bicycle and outdoor equipment
- appliances exposed to moisture
- food and beverage conveyors
- pharmaceutical and packaging machines
Known failure patterns
- seal and grease failure before the rings corrode in sustained washdown service
- surface staining and pitting when even the stainless steel is left unlubricated in salty or acidic duty
- fine-particle abrasion when non-contact shields let dust through in a dirty environment
- grease aging inside the shielded cavity with no relubrication path
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Temperatures above roughly 300 °C temper the stainless races; even standard greases fail far earlier — keep W6204-ZZ inside the quoted grease temperature range.
- 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 — W6204-ZZ is not marine-grade stainless.
- The stainless steel is martensitic and MAGNETIC; do not reject W6204-ZZ 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: W6204-ZZ is quoted at C 10.8 kN versus the 14 mm-wide 52100 version — do not swap on dimensions alone.
- Do not preload W6204-ZZ to silence it: a deep-groove ball bearing is not angular-contact, and axial preload only raises temperature and shortens grease life.
- Deep-groove geometry tolerates only minutes of misalignment; if the 47 mm housing bore cannot be aligned, move to a self-aligning bearing rather than shimming W6204-ZZ.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W6204-ZZ?
SKF W 6204-2Z measures 20×47×14 mm (0.787×1.85×0.551 in), about 106 g, C 10.8 kN.
What does the W in W 6204-2Z 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 W6204-ZZ?
Sealed units are pre-greased for life; for food or pharmaceutical duty order (or re-grease before service) with an NSF H1 registered food-grade grease.
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 W6204-ZZ; 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.