W6205 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W6205 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 25 x 52 x 15 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 25 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 52 mm |
| Width B | 15 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 11.7 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 7.65 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.335 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 30000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 19000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 122 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 6205 |
| 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 | 0.984 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 2.047 in |
| Width B | 0.591 in |
| ISO bore code | 05 |
| 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) | 13 of 45 |
| Bore above smallest 6200-series size | 22 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| W6205-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 25×52×15 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6205-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W6205-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 25×52×15 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6205-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6205 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6205 shares the 25×52×15 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/7.65 kN vs 14.8/7.8 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6205-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6205-2Z shares the 25×52×15 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/7.65 kN vs 14.8/7.8 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6205-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6205-2RSH shares the 25×52×15 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/7.65 kN vs 14.8/7.8 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6205-RSR | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6205-2RSL shares the 25×52×15 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/7.65 kN vs 14.8/7.8 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 W6205 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: 6205 carries code 05 = 25 mm (code × 5). Envelope 25×52×15 mm (0.984×2.047×0.591 in), C 11.7 kN, C0 7.65 kN, Pu 0.335 kN; limiting speed 19000 r/min and mass 122 g. The open W 6205 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
- food and beverage conveyors
- pharmaceutical and packaging machines
- washdown-duty equipment
- chemical and marine atmospheres
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
- 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
- The stainless steel is martensitic and MAGNETIC; do not reject W6205 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: W6205 is quoted at C 11.7 kN versus the 15 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 W6205; standard fill is industrial grease unless specified otherwise.
- Corrosion resistance depends on clean, undamaged surfaces: never weld near W6205 or scratch the raceways during mounting, since the damaged spot starts corrosion.
- Clearance suffixes follow the seal code in the designation stack (e.g. W 6205-2Z/C3 in SKF spelling); no suffix means normal CN internal clearance.
- Deep-groove geometry tolerates only minutes of misalignment; if the 52 mm housing bore cannot be aligned, move to a self-aligning bearing rather than shimming W6205.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W6205?
SKF W 6205 measures 25×52×15 mm (0.984×2.047×0.591 in), about 122 g, C 11.7 kN.
What does the W in W 6205 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 W6205?
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 W6205; 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.