W6302 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W6302 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 15 x 42 x 13 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 15 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 42 mm |
| Width B | 13 mm |
| Material | SS440C |
| Seal / shield | open |
| Internal clearance | CN |
| Tolerance class | P0 |
| Cage | steel, stamped ribbon (J-type) |
| Basic dynamic load rating C | 9.95 kN |
| Basic static load rating C0 | 5.4 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.232 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 40000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 26000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 77 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 6302 |
| 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 & 6300-series range
| Bore d | 0.591 in |
|---|---|
| Outer diameter D | 1.654 in |
| Width B | 0.512 in |
| ISO bore code | 02 |
| Radial section height (D−d)/2 | 13.5 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) | 7 of 40 |
| Bore above smallest 6300-series size | 13 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| W6302-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 15×42×13 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6302-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W6302-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 15×42×13 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6302-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6302 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6302 shares the 15×42×13 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (9.95/5.4 kN vs 11.9/5.4 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6302-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6302-2Z shares the 15×42×13 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (9.95/5.4 kN vs 11.9/5.4 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6302-2RS | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6302-2RSH shares the 15×42×13 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (9.95/5.4 kN vs 11.9/5.4 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6302-RSR | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6302-2RSL shares the 15×42×13 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (9.95/5.4 kN vs 11.9/5.4 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 W6302 model number is decoded
The W prefix denotes SKF stainless steel deep-groove bearings (X108CrMo17 / AISI 440C class rings). In the 6300-series, bore code 02 follows the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table, so 6302 fits a 15 mm shaft. Envelope 15×42×13 mm (0.591×1.654×0.512 in), C 9.95 kN, C0 5.4 kN, Pu 0.232 kN; limiting speed 26000 r/min and mass 77 g. The open W 6302 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
- washdown-duty equipment
- chemical and marine atmospheres
- medical and laboratory devices
- small pumps handling corrosive media
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
- Food, pharmaceutical and washdown positions need food-grade grease (e.g. NSF H1 registered) inside W6302; standard fill is industrial grease unless specified otherwise.
- Corrosion resistance depends on clean, undamaged surfaces: never weld near W6302 or scratch the raceways during mounting, since the damaged spot starts corrosion.
- Temperatures above roughly 300 °C temper the stainless races; even standard greases fail far earlier — keep W6302 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 — W6302 is not marine-grade stainless.
- At 15 mm bore, C3 clearance is the safe choice when interference fits plus temperature rise consume the CN clearance; a hot tight bearing with no residual clearance fails fast.
- Mount by heating the inner ring (max 120 °C) — driving W6302 home through the outer ring or balls brinells the raceways.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W6302?
SKF W 6302 measures 15×42×13 mm (0.591×1.654×0.512 in), about 77 g, C 9.95 kN.
What does the W in W 6302 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.
Is the stainless bearing magnetic?
Yes. Bearing stainless steels are martensitic (hardened) and magnetic; non-magnetic austenitic grades cannot be hardened enough for raceways and balls.
Where is W6302 typically used?
Food and packaging machines, pharmaceutical equipment, washdown conveyors, chemical and marine-atmosphere drives and appliances exposed to moisture.
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.