W6303 bearing: complete specifications & equivalents
The W6303 is a ISO 15 radial bearing sized 17 x 47 x 14 mm (bore x OD x width). Verify dimensions against the official catalog before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | SKF |
| Bore diameter d | 17 mm |
| Outer diameter D | 47 mm |
| Width B | 14 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 | 6.55 kN |
| Fatigue load limit Pu | 0.28 kN |
| Reference speed (thermal) | 36000 rpm |
| Limiting speed (mechanical) | 22000 rpm |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +120 °C |
| Mass | 107 g |
| Manufacturer designation | W 6303 |
| 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 | 0.669 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 | 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) | 8 of 40 |
| Bore above smallest 6300-series size | 15 mm |
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6303-2RS | NSK | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | NSK NSK 6303DDU shares the 17×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/6.55 kN vs 15/6.65 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| W6303-2RS | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 17×47×14 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6303-2RS1 is the two contact elastomer seals execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| W6303-ZZ | SKF | full Dimensions and internal design equivalent — standard interchange. | Same 17×47×14 mm envelope and equivalent catalogue ratings; W 6303-2Z is the two non-contact shields execution of this size — boundary dimensions interchangeable, only the seal/shield/cage execution differs. |
| 6303 | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6303 shares the 17×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/6.55 kN vs 14.3/6.55 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6303-ZZ | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6303-2Z shares the 17×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/6.55 kN vs 14.3/6.55 kN) — the stainless execution is not a load-rating equivalent. |
| 6303-RSR | SKF | partial Main dimensions match; tolerances, seals or internal clearance differ. | SKF SKF 6303-2RSL shares the 17×47×14 mm envelope but carries different catalogue ratings (11.7/6.55 kN vs 14.3/6.55 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 W6303 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 03 follows the 10/12/15/17 mm exception table, so 6303 fits a 17 mm shaft. Envelope 17×47×14 mm (0.669×1.85×0.551 in), C 11.7 kN, C0 6.55 kN, Pu 0.28 kN; limiting speed 22000 r/min and mass 107 g. The open W 6303 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
- small pumps handling corrosive media
- bicycle and outdoor equipment
- appliances exposed to moisture
- food and beverage conveyors
Known failure patterns
- surface staining and pitting when even the stainless steel is left unlubricated in salty or acidic duty
- seal and grease failure before the rings corrode in sustained washdown service
- 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
- Corrosion resistance depends on clean, undamaged surfaces: never weld near W6303 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 W6303 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 — W6303 is not marine-grade stainless.
- The stainless steel is martensitic and MAGNETIC; do not reject W6303 over magnetism — only austenitic grades are non-magnetic, and those are too soft for bearing raceways.
- Clearance suffixes follow the seal code in the designation stack (e.g. W 6303-2Z/C3 in SKF spelling); no suffix means normal CN internal clearance.
- Catalogue ratings for W6303 (C 11.7 kN, C0 6.55 kN) are SKF figures from PUB BU/P1 17000; geometry revisions can change ratings without changing the designation, so keep the catalogue edition with the specification.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the stainless W6303?
SKF W 6303 measures 17×47×14 mm (0.669×1.85×0.551 in), about 107 g, C 11.7 kN.
What does the W in W 6303 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.
Can I replace a chrome-steel bearing with stainless W6303?
The envelope matches, but stainless rates lower (C 11.7 kN for W 6303); for corrosive environments that trade-off is intended, for high loads it shortens life.
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.
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.