NTN 6900-C3 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The NTN 6900-C3 is a deep groove ball bearing with C3 clearance manufactured by NTN. It belongs to the 6900 series and features dimensions of 10 × 22 × 6 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 2,340 N and a static load rating of 1,270 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)10 mm
Outside Diameter (D)22 mm
Width (B)6 mm
Weight0.009 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)2,340 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)1,270 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)28,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)36,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6900 series bearings are commonly used in office equipment, small electric motors, and light industrial applications. The -C3 suffix indicates greater-than-normal radial internal clearance, recommended for applications with temperature differentials or tight shaft/housing fits.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6900-C3 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the NTN 6900-C3. All share identical dimensions (10×22×6mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
NTNNTN 6900-C3 ✦2,3401,270
Timken Timken 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
SKF SKF 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
NTN NTN 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
NACHI NACHI 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
KOYO KOYO 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
FAG FAG 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
Timken Timken 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
NSK NSK 6900-C3 2,340 1,270
SKF SKF 6900-C3 2,340 1,270

Available Variants

The NTN 6900 base bearing is available in these configurations:

NTN 6900-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
NTN 6900-ZZ
Double metal shielded
NTN 6900-NR
Open with snap ring
NTN 6900-C3
"Open
NTN 6900-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
NTN 6900-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
NTN 6900-2RS
Double rubber sealed
NTN 6900
Open (no seal/shield)
NTN 6900-NR
Open with snap ring
NTN 6900-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
NTN 6900-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
NTN 6900-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
NTN 6900-ZZ
Double metal shielded
NTN 6900-2RS
Double rubber sealed
NTN 6900
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the NTN 6900-C3?

The NTN 6900-C3 has a bore diameter of 10mm, outside diameter of 22mm, and width of 6mm. It weighs 0.009kg.

What is the load capacity of the NTN 6900-C3?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 2,340 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 1,270 N. The maximum recommended speed is 28,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 36,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to NTN 6900-C3?

The 6900-C3 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 10×22×6mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.