6006-2Z (Deep Groove Ball bearing)
The 6006-2Z is a Deep Groove Ball bearing with boundary dimensions of 30 x 55 x 13 mm (bore x outside diameter x width). It has a basic dynamic load rating of 13.8 kN and a basic static load rating of 8.3 kN.
Cross-Reference
| Manufacturer | Reference |
|---|---|
| SKF | 6006-2Z |
| Timken | 6006-2Z |
| FAG (Schaeffler) | 6006-2Z |
Cross-references are matched on the ISO 15 boundary dimensions
(30 x 55 x 13 mm) and bearing type, which is what makes parts interchangeable. The
suffixes (e.g. -2RS, -2Z, -E1) encode seals, shields, and internal design
variants, not the envelope size.
Boundary Dimensions
| Dimension | Value |
|---|---|
| Bore (d) | 30 mm |
| Outside diameter (D) | 55 mm |
| Width (B/T) | 13 mm |
Load Ratings
| Rating | Value |
|---|---|
| Basic dynamic load rating (C) | 13.8 kN |
| Basic static load rating (C0) | 8.3 kN |
Type & Application Notes
Deep Groove Ball bearings are the most widely used bearing type, carrying radial and moderate axial loads at high speed. The 6006-2Z is commonly found in electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, and general rotating machinery. Dynamic rating 13.8 kN sets the load a bearing can carry for a one-million-revolution rating life (L10), while the static rating 8.3 kN governs the maximum load a stationary bearing can withstand without permanent deformation.
Interchange Notes
When substituting the 6006-2Z:
- Match the boundary dimensions (30 x 55 x 13 mm) exactly — this is what guarantees fit.
- Match the bearing type (Deep Groove Ball); mixing roller and ball types changes stiffness, speed limits, and load capacity.
- Match or exceed the dynamic load rating (13.8 kN) for the intended life.
- Respect the seal/shield suffix the application requires (open, Z, 2Z, RS, or 2RS).
Frequently Asked Questions
What Timken bearing crosses to SKF 6006-2Z?
The Timken equivalent is 6006-2Z.
What FAG bearing crosses to SKF 6006-2Z?
The FAG (Schaeffler) equivalent is 6006-2Z.
What are the dimensions of the 6006-2Z bearing?
30 x 55 x 13 mm (bore x OD x width).
What is the load rating of the 6006-2Z bearing?
Dynamic 13.8 kN, static 8.3 kN.
What type of bearing is the 6006-2Z?
It is a Deep Groove Ball bearing.