SKF 51104-2Z Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 51104-2Z is a thrust ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 51100 series and features dimensions of 20 × 35 × 10 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 12,500 N and a static load rating of 9,300 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)20 mm
Outside Diameter (D)35 mm
Width (B)10 mm
Weight0.038 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)12,500 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)9,300 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)7,500 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)10,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 51100 series bearings are commonly used in automotive steering mechanisms, machine tool tables, and applications with pure axial loads. The -2Z suffix indicates double metal shields, offering good protection while maintaining lower friction than rubber seals — suitable for higher speed applications.

Brand Cross-Reference — 51104-2Z Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 51104-2Z. All share identical dimensions (20×35×10mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 51104-2Z ✦12,5009,300
Timken Timken 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
NACHI NACHI 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
KOYO KOYO 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
Timken Timken 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
FAG FAG 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
NSK NSK 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
SKF SKF 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300
NTN NTN 51104-2Z 12,500 9,300

Available Variants

The SKF 51104 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 51104-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 51104-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 51104-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 51104-C3
"Open
SKF 51104-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 51104-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 51104
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 51104-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 51104-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 51104-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 51104-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 51104-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 51104-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 51104-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 51104
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 51104-2Z?

The SKF 51104-2Z has a bore diameter of 20mm, outside diameter of 35mm, and width of 10mm. It weighs 0.038kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 51104-2Z?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 12,500 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 9,300 N. The maximum recommended speed is 7,500 rpm with grease lubrication or 10,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 51104-2Z?

The 51104-2Z is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 20×35×10mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.