SKF 6911-C3 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 6911-C3 is a deep groove ball bearing with C3 clearance manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6900 series and features dimensions of 55 × 80 × 13 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 14,300 N and a static load rating of 11,200 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)55 mm
Outside Diameter (D)80 mm
Width (B)13 mm
Weight0.130 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)14,300 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)11,200 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)8,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)11,000 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 — 6911-C3 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6911-C3. All share identical dimensions (55×80×13mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 6911-C3 ✦14,30011,200
Timken Timken 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
SKF SKF 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
NTN NTN 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
KOYO KOYO 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
FAG FAG 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
NACHI NACHI 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
Timken Timken 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
NSK NSK 6911-C3 14,300 11,200
NTN NTN 6911-C3 14,300 11,200

Available Variants

The SKF 6911 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 6911-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 6911-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6911-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6911-C3
"Open
SKF 6911-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6911-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 6911-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6911
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 6911-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6911-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 6911-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 6911-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6911-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6911-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6911
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 6911-C3?

The SKF 6911-C3 has a bore diameter of 55mm, outside diameter of 80mm, and width of 13mm. It weighs 0.130kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 6911-C3?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 14,300 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 11,200 N. The maximum recommended speed is 8,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 11,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6911-C3?

The 6911-C3 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 55×80×13mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.