SKF 7203-NR Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 7203-NR is a angular contact ball bearing with snap ring groove manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 7200 series and features dimensions of 17 × 40 × 12 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 9,560 N and a static load rating of 4,750 N, making it suitable for light-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)17 mm
Outside Diameter (D)40 mm
Width (B)12 mm
Weight0.065 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)9,560 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)4,750 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)18,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)22,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 7200 series bearings are commonly used in machine tool spindles, pumps, compressors, and applications requiring combined radial and axial loads. The -NR suffix indicates an external snap ring groove on the outer ring, allowing easy axial location in housing bores.

Brand Cross-Reference — 7203-NR Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 7203-NR. All share identical dimensions (17×40×12mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 7203-NR ✦9,5604,750
Timken Timken 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
SKF SKF 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
NTN NTN 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
KOYO KOYO 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
FAG FAG 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
NACHI NACHI 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
Timken Timken 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
NSK NSK 7203-NR 9,560 4,750
NTN NTN 7203-NR 9,560 4,750

Available Variants

The SKF 7203 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 7203-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 7203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 7203-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 7203-C3
"Open
SKF 7203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 7203-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 7203-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 7203
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 7203-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 7203-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 7203-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 7203-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 7203-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 7203-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 7203
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 7203-NR?

The SKF 7203-NR has a bore diameter of 17mm, outside diameter of 40mm, and width of 12mm. It weighs 0.065kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 7203-NR?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 9,560 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 4,750 N. The maximum recommended speed is 18,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 22,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 7203-NR?

The 7203-NR is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 17×40×12mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.