Timken 2203-NR Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 2203-NR is a self-aligning ball bearing with snap ring groove manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 2200 series and features dimensions of 17 × 40 × 16 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 9,560 N and a static load rating of 3,100 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)17 mm
Outside Diameter (D)40 mm
Width (B)16 mm
Weight0.077 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)9,560 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)3,100 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)13,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)17,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 2200 series bearings are commonly used in agricultural equipment, conveyor systems, and applications with moderate misalignment. The -NR suffix indicates an external snap ring groove on the outer ring, allowing easy axial location in housing bores.

Brand Cross-Reference — 2203-NR Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 2203-NR. All share identical dimensions (17×40×16mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
TimkenTimken 2203-NR ✦9,5603,100
SKF SKF 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
NACHI NACHI 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
KOYO KOYO 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
Timken Timken 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
FAG FAG 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
NSK NSK 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
NTN NTN 2203-NR 9,560 3,100
SKF SKF 2203-NR 9,560 3,100

Available Variants

The Timken 2203 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 2203-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
Timken 2203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 2203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 2203-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
Timken 2203-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 2203
Open (no seal/shield)
Timken 2203-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 2203-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-C3
Open, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 2203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 2203-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 2203
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 2203-NR?

The Timken 2203-NR has a bore diameter of 17mm, outside diameter of 40mm, and width of 16mm. It weighs 0.077kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 2203-NR?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 9,560 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 3,100 N. The maximum recommended speed is 13,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 17,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 2203-NR?

The 2203-NR is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 17×40×16mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.