# 605 bearing dimensions

A 605 bearing is 5 mm bore × 14 mm outside diameter × 5 mm wide (0.197 × 0.551 × 0.197 in). The sealed version is 605-2RS; the shielded version is 605-ZZ.

## 605 data

- Type: deep groove ball bearing, 60 series (extra-light)
- Bore d: 5 mm (0.1969 in)
- Outside diameter D: 14 mm (0.5512 in)
- Width B: 5 mm (0.1969 in)
- Bore code: Under 10 mm bore the last digit is the bore itself: 5 = 5 mm
- Sealed: 605-2RS; shielded: 605-ZZ; open: 605

## Designations by maker

| Maker | Sealed | Shielded |
|---|---|---|
| SKF | 605-2RSH | 605-2Z |
| FAG (Schaeffler) | 605-2RSR | 605-2ZR |
| NSK | 605DDU | 605ZZ |
| NTN | 605LLU | 605ZZ |
| Koyo (JTEKT) | 605-2RS | 605ZZ |
| Timken | 605-2RS | see catalogue |

## Same 5 mm bore, other series

| Bearing | Series | OD mm | Width mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 605 | extra-light | 14 | 5 |
| 625 | light | 16 | 5 |


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

## FAQ

**What size is a 605 bearing?**
5 mm bore, 14 mm outside diameter and 5 mm wide, which is 0.197 × 0.551 × 0.197 in.

**What does 2RS mean on a 605 bearing?**
605-2RS has rubber contact seals on both sides. 605-ZZ (also written 605-2Z) has metal shields on both sides. Both have the same 5 × 14 × 5 mm dimensions.

**Is 605-2RS the same as 605-ZZ?**
They are the same size and interchangeable in a housing. The sealed 605-2RS keeps out fine dirt and water better; the shielded 605-ZZ runs with less friction.

**What is the SKF equivalent of 605-2RS?**
SKF writes it 605-2RSH; FAG 605-2RSR, NSK 605DDU, NTN 605LLU and Koyo 605-2RS. Check the maker's catalogue for the exact seal type.

**What does the number 605 mean?**
6 is the deep groove ball bearing type, 0 is the extra-light dimension series, and under 10 mm bore the last digit is the bore itself: 5 = 5 mm.

**Which bearings have the same bore as 605?**
625 also have a 5 mm bore, with different outside diameters and widths.

Source page: https://machinistcharts.com/bearing/605/
Updated: 2026-10-06
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