6303-RSR bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 6303-RSR is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 17 x 47 x 14 mm (bore x OD x width) with RSR sealing. Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Bore diameter d | 17 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 47 mm |
| Width B | 14 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | RSR |
| Internal clearance | CN / C3 available |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 14.3 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 6.55 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.275 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 34000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 17000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -30 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 120 g |
| Manufacturer designation | SKF 6303-2RSL |
| Standard | ISO 15 |
| Catalog version | SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) |
| Last verified | 2026-09-24 |
Source: catalog reference (SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018)) · extracted 2026-09-24
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 & 6300-series range
| Bore d | 0.669 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 1.85 in |
| Width B | 0.551 in |
| ISO bore code | 03 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 15 mm |
| Smallest bore in 6300-series | 10 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 6300-series | 400 mm |
| Width range across 6300-series | 11–78 mm |
| Bore position in 6300-series (smallest first) | 4 of 30 |
| Bore above smallest 6300-series size | 7 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6303-2RS | GENERIC-ISO | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 17×47×14 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant differs (RSR vs 2RS) — confirm sealing suits the duty. |
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 6303-RSR model number is decoded
In the 6300-series (ISO 15 diameter series 3) the last two digits encode the bore: 6303 carries bore code 03 = 17 mm. Codes 00–03 follow the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table rather than code × 5. Outside diameter 47 mm and width 14 mm come from the ISO 15 boundary-dimensions general plan. Suffix -RSR denotes two low-friction non-contact elastomer seals; they keep coarse debris out with minimal drag but are not liquid-tight. For normal-load mounting with a rotating inner ring on a 17 mm shaft, typical catalogue practice is a j5 shaft seat with an H7 housing bore — verify against the actual load direction and magnitude.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- domestic appliances
- power tools
- small fans and blowers
- garden equipment
Known failure patterns
- ingress of fine dust or moisture past the non-contact lip in dirty or wet duty (RSR is not liquid-tight)
- lip-lubricant starvation if the bearing runs dry for extended periods
- raceway smearing under marginal lubrication at start-up
- edge loading from shaft deflection or housing misalignment
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Bore codes 00–03 use the exception table: 6303 fits a 17 mm shaft — the code × 5 mnemonic does not apply below code 04 (it would imply 0 mm for code 00).
- The 63xx medium series gains rating at 17 mm bore through a 47 mm OD and 14 mm width; the heavier rolling elements also trade away some speed versus a 6203.
- RSR low-friction seals on 6303-RSR run faster than contact-seal 6303-2RS but let fine dust and moisture past the non-contact lip; in dirty or wet duty specify 6303-2RS instead.
- The non-contact lip of 6303-RSR does not retain a lifetime grease fill the way a contact seal does; confirm the regreasing interval for the 17 mm bore position before relying on it as sealed-for-life.
- A 17 mm bore listing showing the right d/D/B but no standard or precision-class reference may be a loose-tolerance import; measure bore/OD spread before fitting it to a machined shaft.
- SKF catalogues the low-friction seal as 6303-2RSL (suffix -2RSL or -2RZ): a non-contact elastomer lip that runs near the open 17000 r/min limiting speed, closer to the open bearing's 34000 r/min reference than the contact-seal version. It keeps coarse debris out without the drag of a contact seal, but is not liquid-tight — use 2RSH for wet or fine-dust positions.
- The 14.3/6.55 kN ratings here are SKF Explorer-class figures from catalogue PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018); SKF can revise internal geometry and ratings without changing the designation, so treat the catalogue version and date as part of the specification and re-verify for critical drives.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a 6303-RSR bearing?
A 6303-RSR deep-groove ball bearing has a 17 mm bore, 47 mm outer diameter and 14 mm width (0.669 × 1.85 × 0.551 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two low-friction non-contact rubber seals.
Why does 6303 not follow the bore-code × 5 rule?
Codes 00–03 use the exception table (10, 12, 15 and 17 mm): 6303 with code 03 has a 17 mm bore. The code × 5 convention starts at code 04 (20 mm).
What does the RSR suffix on 6303-RSR mean?
RSR means two low-friction non-contact rubber seals. They keep coarse debris out with minimal drag (speed close to the open bearing) but are not liquid-tight; use -2RS contact seals for wet or fine-dust environments.
How does the 6300 compare with other series at the same 17 mm bore?
The '3' is the medium diameter series: 47×14 mm, 15.0 mm radial section at 17 mm bore, carrying more load than a 6203 but needing a larger housing bore and giving up some speed.
What is the SKF designation and catalogue data for 6303-RSR?
In the SKF Rolling Bearings catalogue this size is listed as 6303-2RSL — two low-friction non-contact elastomer seals, 17×47×14 mm per ISO 15. Quoted values: C 14.3 kN, C0 6.55 kN, Pu 0.275 kN, limiting speed 17000 r/min, mass 120 g. Brand suffixes (2Z, 2RSH, 2RSL) differ from the industry-neutral spelling 6303-RSR.
Reviewed & verified by the MPN Base engineering desk against source catalog SKF PUB BU/P1 17000/1 EN (Oct 2018) on 2026-09-24. Read our editorial & correction policy.