6313-2RS-NSK bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The 6313-2RS-NSK is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 65 x 140 x 33 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 | 65 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 140 mm |
| Width B | 33 mm |
| Material | GCr15 |
| Seal / shield | 2RS |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 102 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 60 kN |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +150 °C |
| Mass | 2110 g |
| Manufacturer designation | NSK 6313DDU |
| 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 & 6300-series range
| Bore d | 2.559 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 5.512 in |
| Width B | 1.299 in |
| ISO bore code | 13 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 37.5 mm |
| Smallest bore in 6300-series | 2 mm |
| Largest outer diameter in 6300-series | 500 mm |
| Width range across 6300-series | 3–95 mm |
| Bore position in 6300-series (smallest first) | 20 of 40 |
| Bore above smallest 6300-series size | 63 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6313-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-2RS-NTN | NTN | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-RSR-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-ZZ-NTN | NTN | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 6313-M | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 313 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
| 313-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | Same 65×140×33 mm envelope per ISO 15; seal variant and load ratings may differ — confirm sealing and rating before substituting. |
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 6313-2RS-NSK model number is decoded
6313-2RS is closed by two contacting elastomer lips over a lifetime grease fill; the lips add friction, so the speed ceiling sits below the open execution. Within the medium 63xx section (diameter series 3 of ISO 15), multiplying bore code 13 by five gives the 65 mm bore; the 140 mm outside diameter and 33 mm width follow the same boundary-dimension plan. For a rotating inner ring on a 65 mm shaft under normal load, catalogue practice seats it on a k5 shaft fit with an H7 housing bore — confirm against the actual load direction and magnitude before committing. NSK's contact-seal catalogue number is 6313DDU (suffix DDU), mapped here from the industry-neutral -2RS spelling; it is greased for life and the contacting lip lowers the speed ceiling versus the open bearing.
Typical equipment & failure modes
Common applications
- industrial electric motors
- centrifugal and positive-displacement pumps
- gearboxes and speed reducers
- conveyor drives
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)
- edge loading from shaft deflection or housing misalignment
- rolling-contact fatigue spalling after the rated L10 life is exceeded
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- Interference on a 65 mm shaft plus running heat consumes radial clearance: where the shaft runs hot or the fit is tight, order 6313 with C3 clearance and re-check the residual value after mounting.
- The 63xx medium section at 65 mm bore gains dynamic rating through larger rolling elements on a 140 mm OD; the penalty is mass and a lower limiting speed than the 6213 — do not specify it for speed-critical shafts.
- Contact seals add drag and heat: 6313-2RS-NSK runs slower and cooler-limited than the open 6313; rubber lips are generally limited to roughly 80–110 °C continuous depending on grease, and C3 clearance is the common hot-duty choice.
- Heat is the enemy of the sealed 6313-2RS: sustained running near the lip temperature limit hardens the rubber, after which grease escapes and dirt tracks in — watch the housing temperature in hot drives.
- Grease compatibility is not guaranteed between fills: mixing lithium and polyurea thickeners in a 6300-series position can soften the mixture and leak — clean out the old fill before switching grease types.
- The housing bore for the 140 mm OD should be round within IT7; an oval bore pinches the outer ring of 6313-2RS-NSK and shows up later as two-point loaded raceway wear.
- NSK catalogues the contact-sealed version as 6313DDU (suffix DDU), mapped here from the industry-neutral -2RS spelling; it is greased for life and the contacting lip lowers the speed ceiling versus the open bearing. NSK's DDU lip design is single-lip contact, so grease life is longer than VV but drag torque is higher.
- At 65 mm bore 6313 is in NSK's upper general-purpose range; the pressed-steel cage is standard, but mid-section 63xx sizes at this bore can be ordered with a machined brass cage (suffix M) for heavy-shock or very-low-speed duty — confirm cage material with the NSK channel if the application sees impact loads.
- At 102 kN dynamic load rating (C) and 60 kN static (C0), 6313 is a heavy-load NSK bearing for industrial gearboxes and large conveyors; NSK expects a machined brass cage (suffix M) at this rating for shock duty, and the static C0 must be checked against any mounting or lifting loads.
- At 2110 g (2.1 kg), 6313 needs mechanical handling for mounting; NSK recommends induction heating the inner ring (max 120 °C) rather than pressing cold, and a lifting eye if the housing is pre-assembled.
- The 65×140×33 mm envelope of 6313 gives a D/d ratio of 2.15 and 37.5 mm radial section height — a heavy NSK section built for high-load, lower-speed duty; specifying it in a high-rpm motor generates excess heat and shortens grease life, so prefer a 62/63-series there.
- The 102/60 kN load ratings, mass 2110 g here are NSK Rolling Bearings E1103 Part C catalogue figures for 6313DDU on the 65×140×33 mm ISO 15 envelope; internal geometry and ratings legitimately differ between brands, so re-verify before substituting another manufacturer's 6313 in a rated drive. NSK does not tabulate reference or limiting speeds in the E1103 Part C dimension tables used for this page — consult NSK's separate speed-rating tables before high-speed service.
- NSK's VV non-contact seal keeps frictional torque close to the open 6313; in motor duty where heat build-up matters, VV is the usual compromise between debris protection and speed capability.
- NSK supplies its sealed units pre-greased for general duty between roughly -10 and +110 °C; low-temperature, food-grade and high-temperature fills are special executions — ask at order time, because DDU/VV units are not designed to be opened and repacked.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a 6313-2RS-NSK bearing?
A 6313-2RS-NSK deep-groove ball bearing has a 65 mm bore, 140 mm outer diameter and 33 mm width (2.559 × 5.512 × 1.299 in), per ISO 15 boundary dimensions. It is fitted with two contact rubber seals and is normally pre-greased.
How does the 6300 compare with other series at the same 65 mm bore?
The '3' is the medium diameter series: 140×33 mm, 37.5 mm radial section at 65 mm bore, carrying more load than a 6213 but needing a larger housing bore and giving up some speed.
Are 6313 bearings from different brands interchangeable?
For boundary dimensions, yes: every brand's 6313 uses the same ISO 15 envelope (65×140×33 mm). Load ratings, limiting speeds, clearance, precision class and sealing design can differ, so verify those in the supplier catalogue when substituting. Seal suffixes also differ by brand (2RS, DDU, LLU, 2RSL and similar).
What is the NSK suffix for a sealed 6313?
NSK uses suffix DDU for the contact rubber seal (catalogue number 6313DDU), VV for the non-contact rubber seal, and ZZ for steel shields. The industry-neutral spellings on this page (-2RS / -RSR / -ZZ) map to those NSK suffixes while keeping the 65×140×33 mm ISO 15 envelope.
Does the manufacturing plant affect 6313DDU?
NSK produces standard deep-groove sizes in several plants worldwide to the same drawing; the origin on the box label does not change the ISO 15 envelope or the E1103 catalogue ratings quoted here.
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.