Timken 2203 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 2203 is a self-aligning ball bearing manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 2200 series and features dimensions of 17 × 40 × 16 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 9,560 N and a static load rating of 3,100 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)17 mm
Outside Diameter (D)40 mm
Width (B)16 mm
Weight0.077 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)9,560 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)3,100 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)13,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)17,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 2200 series bearings are commonly used in agricultural equipment, conveyor systems, and applications with moderate misalignment.

Brand Cross-Reference — 2203 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 2203. All share identical dimensions (17×40×16mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
TimkenTimken 2203 ✦9,5603,100
Timken Timken 2203 9,560 3,100
SKF SKF 2203 9,560 3,100
NACHI NACHI 2203 9,560 3,100
KOYO KOYO 2203 9,560 3,100
FAG FAG 2203 9,560 3,100
NSK NSK 2203 9,560 3,100
SKF SKF 2203 9,560 3,100
NTN NTN 2203 9,560 3,100

Available Variants

The Timken 2203 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 2203-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
Timken 2203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 2203-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 2203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 2203-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
Timken 2203-2RS
Double rubber sealed
Timken 2203
Open (no seal/shield)
Timken 2203-NR
Open with snap ring
Timken 2203-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-C3
Open, C3 clearance
Timken 2203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
Timken 2203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
Timken 2203-2RS
Double rubber sealed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 2203?

The Timken 2203 has a bore diameter of 17mm, outside diameter of 40mm, and width of 16mm. It weighs 0.077kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 2203?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 9,560 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 3,100 N. The maximum recommended speed is 13,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 17,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 2203?

The 2203 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 17×40×16mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.