# 6012 bearing dimensions

A 6012 bearing is 60 mm bore × 95 mm outside diameter × 18 mm wide (2.362 × 3.740 × 0.709 in). The sealed version is 6012-2RS; the shielded version is 6012-ZZ.

## 6012 data

- Type: deep groove ball bearing, 60 series (extra-light)
- Bore d: 60 mm (2.3622 in)
- Outside diameter D: 95 mm (3.7402 in)
- Width B: 18 mm (0.7087 in)
- Bore code: 12 × 5 = 60 mm (from 04 up, multiply by 5)
- Sealed: 6012-2RS; shielded: 6012-ZZ; open: 6012

## Designations by maker

| Maker | Sealed | Shielded |
|---|---|---|
| SKF | 6012-2RSH | 6012-2Z |
| FAG (Schaeffler) | 6012-2RSR | 6012-2ZR |
| NSK | 6012DDU | 6012ZZ |
| NTN | 6012LLU | 6012ZZ |
| Koyo (JTEKT) | 6012-2RS | 6012ZZ |
| Timken | 6012-2RS | see catalogue |

## Same 60 mm bore, other series

| Bearing | Series | OD mm | Width mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6012 | extra-light | 95 | 18 |
| 6212 | light | 110 | 22 |
| 6312 | medium | 130 | 31 |


Load ratings and speed limits vary by maker: take them from the manufacturer's catalogue.

## FAQ

**What size is a 6012 bearing?**
60 mm bore, 95 mm outside diameter and 18 mm wide, which is 2.362 × 3.740 × 0.709 in.

**What does 2RS mean on a 6012 bearing?**
6012-2RS has rubber contact seals on both sides. 6012-ZZ (also written 6012-2Z) has metal shields on both sides. Both have the same 60 × 95 × 18 mm dimensions.

**Is 6012-2RS the same as 6012-ZZ?**
They are the same size and interchangeable in a housing. The sealed 6012-2RS keeps out fine dirt and water better; the shielded 6012-ZZ runs with less friction.

**What is the SKF equivalent of 6012-2RS?**
SKF writes it 6012-2RSH; FAG 6012-2RSR, NSK 6012DDU, NTN 6012LLU and Koyo 6012-2RS. Check the maker's catalogue for the exact seal type.

**What does the number 6012 mean?**
6 is the deep groove ball bearing type, 0 is the extra-light dimension series, and 12 × 5 = 60 mm (from 04 up, multiply by 5).

**Which bearings have the same bore as 6012?**
6212, 6312 also have a 60 mm bore, with different outside diameters and widths.

Source page: https://machinistcharts.com/bearing/6012/
Updated: 2026-10-06
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