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Inch Series Miniature Ball Bearings Catalog

BRK offers the following series of Inch Series Miniature Ball Bearings at premium quality and competitive price:

  • R2 Series (Extra-Small Inch) – Very compact inch-series miniature bearings designed for light radial loads and high-speed precision devices.
  • R3 Series (Small Inch) – Small-bore bearings offering balanced performance and versatility for instruments and small electric motors.
  • R4 Series (Light Inch) – Slightly larger miniature bearings providing higher load capacity while retaining smooth, low-torque operation.
  • R4A Series (Wide Inch) – Wider variant of R4 for increased load-carrying capability and rigidity in compact mechanical assemblies.
  • R6 Series (Medium Inch) – Mid-size inch bearings combining good radial strength and durability for motors, tools, and conveyors.
  • R8 Series (Heavy Inch) – Robust miniature bearings engineered for moderate-to-heavy loads at reliable speeds in industrial equipment.
  • R10 Series (Large Inch) – Largest of the common inch miniature series, suited for heavier-duty applications with strong radial performance.

ABEC grades 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 are available

Material - standard AISI 52100 chrome steel, 440C, 420, 304 or 316 stainless steel available upon request

FILTERS

Product Number Model Type Bore
Dia. (d) (in)
Outer Dia.
(D)
(in)
Chamfer Dimension
(r) (in)
Width (B) (in) Weight (g) Limiting Speed (rpm) Static Load Rating (Cor) (lbs) Dynamic Load
Rating (Cr) (lbs)
R2 / Open 0.1250 0.3750 0.0120 0.1562 1.04 58000 50.40 144.00
R2 2RS Rubber Seals 0.1250 0.3750 0.0120 0.1562 1.37 49000 50.40 144.00
R2 ZZ Metal Shields 0.1250 0.3750 0.0120 0.1562 1.37 49000 50.40 144.00
R3 / Open 0.1870 0.5000 0.0120 0.1562 2.21 48000 110.25 294.75
R3 2RS Rubber Seals 0.1870 0.5000 0.0120 0.1960 2.95 41000 110.25 294.75
R3 ZZ Metal Shields 0.1870 0.5000 0.0120 0.1960 2.95 41000 110.25 294.75
R4 / Open 0.2500 0.6250 0.0120 0.1960 4.46 43000 138.38 333.00
R4 2RS Rubber Seals 0.2500 0.6250 0.0120 0.1960 4.51 36000 138.38 333.00
R4 ZZ Metal Shields 0.2500 0.6250 0.0120 0.1960 4.51 36000 138.38 333.00
R4A / Open 0.2500 0.7500 0.0160 0.2188 7.48 40000 199.13 526.50
R4A 2RS Rubber Seals 0.2500 0.7500 0.0160 0.2812 10.00 34000 199.13 526.50
R4A ZZ Metal Shields 0.2500 0.7500 0.0160 0.2812 10.00 34000 199.13 526.50
R6 / Open 0.3750 0.8750 0.0160 0.2188 9.02 37000 317.00 735.15
R6 2RS Rubber Seals 0.3750 0.8750 0.0160 0.2812 11.70 31000 317.00 735.15
R6 ZZ Metal Shields 0.3750 0.8750 0.0160 0.2812 11.70 31000 317.00 735.15
R8 / Open 0.5000 1.1250 0.0160 0.2500 18.00 30000 540.02 1150.17
R8 2RS Rubber Seals 0.5000 1.1250 0.0160 0.3125 22.10 26000 540.02 1150.17
R8 ZZ Metal Shields 0.5000 1.1250 0.0160 0.3125 22.10 26000 540.02 1150.17
R10 / Open 0.6250 1.3750 0.0310 0.2812 33.50 24000 727.96 1340.15
R10 2RS Rubber Seals 0.6250 1.3750 0.0310 0.3438 37.00 20000 727.96 1340.15
R10 ZZ Metal Shields 0.6250 1.3750 0.0310 0.3438 37.00 20000 727.96 1340.15

 

All information in this catalog has been thoroughly checked for accuracy. However, dimensions and specifications are subject to change without notice. Please contact BRK Bearings for the most current bearing catalog data. 

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