SKF 1206 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 1206 is a self-aligning ball bearing manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 1200 series and features dimensions of 30 × 62 × 16 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 12,500 N and a static load rating of 4,550 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)30 mm
Outside Diameter (D)62 mm
Width (B)16 mm
Weight0.175 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)12,500 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)4,550 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)10,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)13,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 1200 series bearings are commonly used in conveyor rollers, textile machinery, and applications with shaft misalignment.

Brand Cross-Reference — 1206 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 1206. All share identical dimensions (30×62×16mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 1206 ✦12,5004,550
Timken Timken 1206 12,500 4,550
SKF SKF 1206 12,500 4,550
NACHI NACHI 1206 12,500 4,550
KOYO KOYO 1206 12,500 4,550
Timken Timken 1206 12,500 4,550
FAG FAG 1206 12,500 4,550
NSK NSK 1206 12,500 4,550
NTN NTN 1206 12,500 4,550

Available Variants

The SKF 1206 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 1206-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 1206-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 1206-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 1206-C3
"Open
SKF 1206-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 1206-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 1206-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 1206
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 1206-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 1206-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 1206-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 1206-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 1206-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 1206-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 1206-2RS
Double rubber sealed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 1206?

The SKF 1206 has a bore diameter of 30mm, outside diameter of 62mm, and width of 16mm. It weighs 0.175kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 1206?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 12,500 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 4,550 N. The maximum recommended speed is 10,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 13,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 1206?

The 1206 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 30×62×16mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.