SKF 6409-NR Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 6409-NR is a deep groove ball bearing with snap ring groove manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6400 series and features dimensions of 45 × 120 × 29 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 76,100 N and a static load rating of 42,500 N, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)45 mm
Outside Diameter (D)120 mm
Width (B)29 mm
Weight1.42 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)76,100 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)42,500 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)5,600 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)7,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6400 series bearings are commonly used in heavy machinery, large industrial gearboxes, and high-load conveyor systems. The -NR suffix indicates an external snap ring groove on the outer ring, allowing easy axial location in housing bores.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6409-NR Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6409-NR. All share identical dimensions (45×120×29mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 6409-NR ✦76,10042,500
Timken Timken 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
NTN NTN 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
NACHI NACHI 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
KOYO KOYO 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
FAG FAG 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
Timken Timken 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
NSK NSK 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
NTN NTN 6409-NR 76,100 42,500
SKF SKF 6409-NR 76,100 42,500

Available Variants

The SKF 6409 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 6409-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 6409-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6409-C3
"Open
SKF 6409-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6409-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 6409-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6409
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 6409-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6409-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 6409-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 6409-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 6409-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6409-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6409-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6409
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 6409-NR?

The SKF 6409-NR has a bore diameter of 45mm, outside diameter of 120mm, and width of 29mm. It weighs 1.42kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 6409-NR?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 76,100 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 42,500 N. The maximum recommended speed is 5,600 rpm with grease lubrication or 7,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6409-NR?

The 6409-NR is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 45×120×29mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.