Timken 51100-2Z Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 51100-2Z is a thrust ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 51100 series and features dimensions of 10 × 24 × 9 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 8,710 N and a static load rating of 5,530 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)10 mm
Outside Diameter (D)24 mm
Width (B)9 mm
Weight0.020 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)8,710 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)5,530 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)11,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)14,000 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 — 51100-2Z Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 51100-2Z. All share identical dimensions (10×24×9mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
TimkenTimken 51100-2Z ✦8,7105,530
SKF SKF 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
NACHI NACHI 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
KOYO KOYO 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
Timken Timken 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
FAG FAG 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
NSK NSK 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
NTN NTN 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530
SKF SKF 51100-2Z 8,710 5,530

Available Variants

The Timken 51100 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 51100-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
Timken 51100-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 51100-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 51100-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
Timken 51100-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 51100
Open (no seal/shield)
Timken 51100-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 51100-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
Timken 51100-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
Timken 51100-C3
Open, C3 clearance
Timken 51100-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 51100-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 51100-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 51100
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 51100-2Z?

The Timken 51100-2Z has a bore diameter of 10mm, outside diameter of 24mm, and width of 9mm. It weighs 0.020kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 51100-2Z?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 8,710 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 5,530 N. The maximum recommended speed is 11,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 14,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 51100-2Z?

The 51100-2Z is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 10×24×9mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.