Timken 6309-C3 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 6309-C3 is a deep groove ball bearing with C3 clearance manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 6300 series and features dimensions of 45 × 100 × 25 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 52,700 N and a static load rating of 31,500 N, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)45 mm
Outside Diameter (D)100 mm
Width (B)25 mm
Weight0.781 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)52,700 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)31,500 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)6,700 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)8,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6300 series bearings are commonly used in heavy-duty electric motors, mining equipment, construction machinery, and industrial gearboxes. The -C3 suffix indicates greater-than-normal radial internal clearance, recommended for applications with temperature differentials or tight shaft/housing fits.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6309-C3 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 6309-C3. All share identical dimensions (45×100×25mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
TimkenTimken 6309-C3 ✦52,70031,500
SKF SKF 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
NTN NTN 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
NACHI NACHI 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
KOYO KOYO 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
FAG FAG 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
Timken Timken 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
NSK NSK 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
NTN NTN 6309-C3 52,700 31,500
SKF SKF 6309-C3 52,700 31,500

Available Variants

The Timken 6309 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 6309-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
Timken 6309-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 6309-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 6309-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 6309-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
Timken 6309-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 6309
Open (no seal/shield)
Timken 6309-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 6309-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
Timken 6309-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
Timken 6309-C3
Open, C3 clearance
Timken 6309-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 6309-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 6309-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 6309
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 6309-C3?

The Timken 6309-C3 has a bore diameter of 45mm, outside diameter of 100mm, and width of 25mm. It weighs 0.781kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 6309-C3?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 52,700 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 31,500 N. The maximum recommended speed is 6,700 rpm with grease lubrication or 8,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 6309-C3?

The 6309-C3 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 45×100×25mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.