Deep Groove Ball Bearings SKF 6205

The SKF 6205 deep groove ball bearing is an open, single-row rolling bearing measuring 25x52x15 mm, designed for radial and axial loads.

The 6205 deep groove ball bearing is a versatile rolling bearing for industrial drives and mechanical assemblies. This single-row bearing from SKF, in the Explorer design, accommodates radial forces as well as axial guidance forces in both directions. Manufactured from standard 100Cr6 bearing steel, the component features a robust sheet steel cage. Thanks to its open design without integrated sealing washers, this ball bearing is particularly suitable for lubricated systems in protected installation spaces.

In which applications is the open deep-groove ball bearing 6205 used?

Open rolling bearings of this type are primarily used in assemblies with their own lubrication circuit, where oil or grease is used to lubricate the raceways. The open design allows unimpeded lubricant exchange around the rolling elements and reduces the friction torque compared with contact-sealed variants. Appropriate housing designs or external shaft seals protect the bearing location from dirt and moisture. In addition, the bearing supports shafts with a diameter of 25 mm under combined radial and axial loads.

What do tolerance classes P6 and P5 mean for installation?

This rolling bearing is manufactured to dimensional accuracy in accordance with tolerance class P6 and running accuracy in accordance with P5. In practical terms, this means tighter manufacturing tolerances than with the standard tolerance, which improves the shaft’s concentricity and reduces vibrations during operation. The component is designed with standard radial clearance for a temperature range of –20 to +120 degrees. As there are no sealing elements, external protection against environmental influences within the installation space is required.