SKF 6915-2Z Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 6915-2Z is a deep groove ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6900 series and features dimensions of 75 × 105 × 16 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 21,600 N and a static load rating of 18,600 N, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)75 mm
Outside Diameter (D)105 mm
Width (B)16 mm
Weight0.240 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)21,600 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)18,600 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)6,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)8,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6900 series bearings are commonly used in office equipment, small electric motors, and light industrial applications. 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 — 6915-2Z Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6915-2Z. All share identical dimensions (75×105×16mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 6915-2Z ✦21,60018,600
Timken Timken 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
NTN NTN 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
KOYO KOYO 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
FAG FAG 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
NACHI NACHI 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
Timken Timken 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
NSK NSK 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
NTN NTN 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600
SKF SKF 6915-2Z 21,600 18,600

Available Variants

The SKF 6915 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 6915-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 6915-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6915-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6915-C3
"Open
SKF 6915-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 6915-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6915
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 6915-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6915-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 6915-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 6915-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 6915-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6915-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6915-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6915
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 6915-2Z?

The SKF 6915-2Z has a bore diameter of 75mm, outside diameter of 105mm, and width of 16mm. It weighs 0.240kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 6915-2Z?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 21,600 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 18,600 N. The maximum recommended speed is 6,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 8,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6915-2Z?

The 6915-2Z is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 75×105×16mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.