Timken 6196-2Z Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 6196-2Z is a deep groove ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 619 series and features dimensions of 30 × 55 × 13 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 13,300 N and a static load rating of 8,320 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)	30 mm
Outside Diameter (D)	55 mm
Width (B)	13 mm
Weight	0.112 kg

Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)	13,300 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)	8,320 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)	13,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)	15,000 rpm

💡 Application Note: The 619 series bearings are commonly used in thin-section applications, robotics, aerospace mechanisms, and space-constrained designs. 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 — 6196-2Z Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 6196-2Z. All share identical dimensions (30×55×13mm) and comparable load ratings:

Brand	Part Number	Dynamic Load (N)	Static Load (N)
Timken	Timken 6196-2Z ✦	13,300	8,320
SKF	SKF 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
NTN	NTN 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
NACHI	NACHI 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
KOYO	KOYO 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
FAG	FAG 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
NSK	NSK 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
NTN	NTN 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320
SKF	SKF 6196-2Z	13,300	8,320

Available Variants

The Timken 6196 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 6196-NR

Open with snap ring

Timken 6196-ZZ-C3

Double shielded, C3 clearance

Timken 6196-2RS-C3

Double sealed, C3 clearance

Timken 6196-C3

Open, C3 clearance

Timken 6196-ZZ

Double metal shielded

Timken 6196-2RS

Double rubber sealed

Timken 6196

Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 6196-2Z?

The Timken 6196-2Z has a bore diameter of 30mm, outside diameter of 55mm, and width of 13mm. It weighs 0.112kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 6196-2Z?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 13,300 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 8,320 N. The maximum recommended speed is 13,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 15,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 6196-2Z?

The 6196-2Z is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 30×55×13mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.