SKF 6803 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 6803 is a deep groove ball bearing manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6800 series and features dimensions of 17 × 26 × 5 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 1,680 N and a static load rating of 1,020 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)17 mm
Outside Diameter (D)26 mm
Width (B)5 mm
Weight0.008 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)1,680 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)1,020 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)22,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)30,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6800 series bearings are commonly used in precision instruments, medical devices, dental handpieces, and miniature mechanisms.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6803 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6803. All share identical dimensions (17×26×5mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 6803 ✦1,6801,020
Timken Timken 6803 1,680 1,020
NTN NTN 6803 1,680 1,020
NACHI NACHI 6803 1,680 1,020
KOYO KOYO 6803 1,680 1,020
FAG FAG 6803 1,680 1,020
Timken Timken 6803 1,680 1,020
NSK NSK 6803 1,680 1,020
NTN NTN 6803 1,680 1,020
SKF SKF 6803 1,680 1,020

Available Variants

The SKF 6803 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 6803-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 6803-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6803-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6803-C3
"Open
SKF 6803-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6803-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 6803-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6803-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6803-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 6803-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 6803-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 6803-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6803-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6803-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6803
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 6803?

The SKF 6803 has a bore diameter of 17mm, outside diameter of 26mm, and width of 5mm. It weighs 0.008kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 6803?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 1,680 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 1,020 N. The maximum recommended speed is 22,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 30,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6803?

The 6803 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 17×26×5mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.