SKF 6001 Deep groove ball bearing

Dimensions & Construction

• Bore diameter (d): 12 mm

• Outside diameter (D): 28 mm

• Width (B): 8 mm

• Bearing type: Single - row deep - groove ball bearing

• Cage type: Steel (pressed / sheet - metal) cage

• Typical version: open (i.e. no seals or shields) , unless a suffix indicates otherwise

Load Ratings & Performance

• Basic dynamic load rating (C): ≈ 5.4 kN

• Basic static load rating (C₀): ≈ 2.36 kN

• Fatigue (endurance) load limit (Pᵤ): ≈ 0.1 kN

• Reference (rated) speed: ~ 60,000 rpm

• Limiting (maximum) speed: ~ 38,000 rpm

• Approximate mass: ~ 0.021 kg (≈ 21 g)

Geometry / Additional Dimensions

• Chamfer / minimum fillet radius on inner/outer ring r₁, r₂ min: ~ 0.3 mm

• Minimum shaft - shoulder diameter (da min): ~ 14 mm

• Maximum housing - shoulder diameter (Da max): ~ 26 mm

Characteristics & Typical Use Cases

• As a deep - groove single - row ball bearing, 6001 supports primarily radial loads, but can also handle limited axial loads in both directions when needed.

• Its compact size (12 × 28 × 8 mm), decent load capacity and good speed rating make it suitable for small motors , light machinery , tools , appliances , and similar mechanical applications where a simple , reliable bearing is required.

• Open design (no shields/seals) gives minimal friction and good speed capability, but offers no built-in protection against dust or contaminants — so it’s best used in clean or protected environments (or with external protection).