SKF 6801 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference
The SKF 6801 is a deep groove ball bearing manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6800 series and features dimensions of 12 × 21 × 5 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 1,430 N and a static load rating of 780 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Bore Diameter (d) | 12 mm |
| Outside Diameter (D) | 21 mm |
| Width (B) | 5 mm |
| Weight | 0.006 kg |
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Dynamic Load Rating (Cr) | 1,430 N |
| Static Load Rating (C₀r) | 780 N |
| Limiting Speed (Grease) | 26,000 rpm |
| Limiting Speed (Oil) | 34,000 rpm |
Brand Cross-Reference — 6801 Equivalents
The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6801. All share identical dimensions (12×21×5mm) and comparable load ratings:
| Brand | Part Number | Dynamic Load (N) | Static Load (N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKF | SKF 6801 ✦ | 1,430 | 780 |
| Timken | Timken 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| NTN | NTN 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| NACHI | NACHI 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| KOYO | KOYO 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| FAG | FAG 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| Timken | Timken 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| NSK | NSK 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| NTN | NTN 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
| SKF | SKF 6801 | 1,430 | 780 |
Available Variants
The SKF 6801 base bearing is available in these configurations:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of the SKF 6801?
The SKF 6801 has a bore diameter of 12mm, outside diameter of 21mm, and width of 5mm. It weighs 0.006kg.
What is the load capacity of the SKF 6801?
The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 1,430 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 780 N. The maximum recommended speed is 26,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 34,000 rpm with oil lubrication.
What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6801?
The 6801 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 12×21×5mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.