FAG 51106-ZZ-C3 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The FAG 51106-ZZ-C3 is a thrust ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by FAG. It belongs to the 51100 series and features dimensions of 30 × 47 × 11 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 18,200 N and a static load rating of 15,300 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)	30 mm
Outside Diameter (D)	47 mm
Width (B)	11 mm
Weight	0.065 kg

Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)	18,200 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)	15,300 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)	5,600 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)	7,500 rpm

💡 Application Note: The 51100 series bearings are commonly used in automotive steering mechanisms, machine tool tables, and applications with pure axial loads. The -ZZ suffix indicates double metal shields, offering good protection while maintaining lower friction than rubber seals — suitable for higher speed applications.

Brand Cross-Reference — 51106-ZZ-C3 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the FAG 51106-ZZ-C3. All share identical dimensions (30×47×11mm) and comparable load ratings:

Brand	Part Number	Dynamic Load (N)	Static Load (N)
FAG	FAG 51106-ZZ-C3 ✦	18,200	15,300
Timken	Timken 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
SKF	SKF 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
NACHI	NACHI 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
KOYO	KOYO 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
Timken	Timken 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
NSK	NSK 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
NTN	NTN 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300
SKF	SKF 51106-ZZ-C3	18,200	15,300

Available Variants

The FAG 51106 base bearing is available in these configurations:

FAG 51106-NR

Open with snap ring

FAG 51106-2RS-C3

Double sealed, C3 clearance

FAG 51106-C3

Open, C3 clearance

FAG 51106-2Z

Double metal shielded (ISO)

FAG 51106-ZZ

Double metal shielded

FAG 51106-2RS

Double rubber sealed

FAG 51106

Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the FAG 51106-ZZ-C3?

The FAG 51106-ZZ-C3 has a bore diameter of 30mm, outside diameter of 47mm, and width of 11mm. It weighs 0.065kg.

What is the load capacity of the FAG 51106-ZZ-C3?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 18,200 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 15,300 N. The maximum recommended speed is 5,600 rpm with grease lubrication or 7,500 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to FAG 51106-ZZ-C3?

The 51106-ZZ-C3 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 30×47×11mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.