SS 696 ZZ FAG 6x15x5 mm - Stainless Steel Miniature Deep Groove Ball Bearing

SS 696 ZZ FAG 6x15x5 mm - Stainless Steel Miniature Deep Groove Ball Bearing

SS 696 ZZ FAG is a miniature single-row deep groove ball bearing measuring 6x15x5 mm, specified in a stainless steel execution with metal shields on both sides. The SS designation indicates stainless steel execution, while ZZ identifies double-sided metal shielding. Its compact dimensions make this bearing suitable for small rotating assemblies where installation space is limited.

Technical data - SS 696 ZZ FAG

What does SS 696 ZZ mean?

The designation identifies the basic bearing size, material execution and closure.

SS - stainless steel execution.

696 - miniature deep groove ball bearing size with principal dimensions of 6x15x5 mm.

ZZ - metal shields on both sides of the bearing.

The complete designation is important when selecting a replacement because a standard 696 ZZ bearing should not automatically be considered materially equivalent to a stainless steel SS 696 ZZ bearing.

SS 696 ZZ dimensions

The principal dimensions are:

6x15x5 mm

where:

• d = 6 mm - bore diameter

• D = 15 mm - outside diameter

• B = 5 mm - bearing width

These compact dimensions place the 696 size within the miniature deep groove ball bearing category.

Miniature deep groove ball bearing design

SS 696 ZZ is a single-row deep groove ball bearing.

The basic construction consists of:

• inner ring

• outer ring

• one row of balls

• cage separating the rolling elements

• two metal shields

Deep groove ball bearings are primarily suitable for radial loads, while their raceway geometry also enables them to accommodate axial loads in both directions within the limits of the bearing design.

What does SS mean?

The prefix SS is commonly used in commercial bearing designations to identify a stainless steel execution.

This is an important distinction between:

SS 696 ZZ

and:

696 ZZ

A stainless steel bearing is selected where improved corrosion resistance compared with conventional bearing steel is required.

The exact stainless steel grade should not be assumed without documentation for the specific bearing.

What does ZZ mean?

The designation ZZ identifies metal shields fitted on both sides of the bearing.

These shields help:

• reduce the entry of larger contaminants

• protect the internal bearing components

• retain lubricant inside the bearing

A metal shield is not equivalent to a contact rubber seal.

Shielded bearings generally provide lower friction from the closure than comparable contact-sealed designs, but they also provide a different level of protection against external contamination.

SS 696 ZZ vs SS 696 2RS

Both versions can have the same principal dimensions:

6x15x5 mm

but the closure system is different.

SS 696 ZZ:

• metal shields on both sides

• low closure-related friction

• protection against larger contaminants

SS 696 2RS:

• seals on both sides

• different protection against contamination

• different friction characteristics

ZZ and 2RS executions should therefore not automatically be considered identical for every application.

SS 696 ZZ vs standard 696 ZZ

Both versions may have principal dimensions of:

6x15x5 mm

but the material execution is an important difference.

SS 696 ZZ - stainless steel execution.

696 ZZ - the designation alone does not confirm stainless steel construction.

The SS element should therefore not be omitted when identifying a replacement for a stainless steel bearing.

SS 696 ZZ and 619/6 designations

A bearing with 6x15x5 mm principal dimensions can also be encountered under nomenclature associated with the 619/6 size.

This does not mean that every bearing marked 619/6 is automatically equivalent to SS 696 ZZ.

When comparing alternatives, verify at least:

• dimensions

• material

• closure

• radial internal clearance

• precision requirements

• cage execution

• operating requirements

Matching dimensions alone are not sufficient to establish complete interchangeability.

Why use a miniature 6x15x5 mm bearing?

Miniature deep groove ball bearings enable compact rotating mechanisms to be designed where available installation space is limited.

The 6x15x5 mm size combines a small envelope with the functional characteristics of a conventional deep groove ball bearing.

Suitability for a specific application still depends on factors including:

• load

• rotational speed

• temperature

• shaft and housing fits

• environmental conditions

• corrosion resistance requirements

• required closure type

Stainless steel execution and corrosion resistance

Stainless steel bearing components are selected where corrosion resistance is an important consideration.

Potential environments can include applications exposed to:

• increased humidity

• condensation

• occasional contact with water

• environments where conventional bearing steel may corrode more readily

However, "stainless steel" does not mean that a bearing is completely immune to corrosion under every chemical or environmental condition.

Compatibility with aggressive media should be assessed according to the exact material grade and operating environment.

Selecting a replacement for SS 696 ZZ

Before selecting an alternative bearing, verify:

• 6 mm bore

• 15 mm outside diameter

• 5 mm width

• deep groove ball bearing design

• stainless steel execution

• metal shields on both sides

• required radial internal clearance

• required precision

• cage requirements

• rotational speed

• load

• operating temperature

• environmental conditions

• corrosion resistance requirements

Matching the 6x15x5 mm dimensions alone does not guarantee complete interchangeability.

Alternative designations and search references

This product may also be searched for as:

• SS 696 ZZ FAG

• FAG SS 696 ZZ

• SS696ZZ FAG

• FAG SS696ZZ

• S696 ZZ

• S696ZZ

• SS 696 ZZ 6x15x5

• SS696ZZ 6x15x5

• 696 ZZ stainless steel

• stainless steel bearing 6x15x5

• stainless bearing 6x15x5 ZZ

• miniature stainless steel bearing 6x15x5

• miniature deep groove ball bearing 6x15x5

• stainless steel deep groove ball bearing 6x15x5

• miniature ball bearing 6x15x5 ZZ

Final technical identification should always be based on the complete bearing specification rather than designation similarity alone.

Typical applications

Miniature stainless steel deep groove ball bearings can be used in compact rotating mechanisms, particularly where small dimensions and improved corrosion resistance are required.

Typical application groups for this bearing type can include:

• small mechanisms

• precision equipment

• compact drives

• rollers

• guides

• automation equipment

• small rotating assemblies

These are general applications of miniature stainless steel deep groove ball bearings and do not confirm compatibility of SS 696 ZZ FAG with a particular machine or device.

Mounting SS 696 ZZ

Before mounting, check:

• shaft cleanliness

• housing cleanliness

• bearing seat condition

• correct fits

• alignment

Mounting force should be applied to the bearing ring being installed with an interference fit.

Force should not be transmitted through the balls and raceways, as this can cause permanent damage to the bearing's working surfaces.

Care is particularly important when mounting miniature bearings because their small components can be damaged by excessive or incorrectly applied installation forces.

FAQ

What are the dimensions of SS 696 ZZ?

The bearing measures 6x15x5 mm: 6 mm bore, 15 mm outside diameter and 5 mm width.

What type of bearing is SS 696 ZZ?

It is a miniature single-row deep groove ball bearing.

What does SS mean?

SS identifies a stainless steel execution.

What does ZZ mean?

ZZ identifies metal shields fitted on both sides of the bearing.

Are SS 696 ZZ and 696 ZZ the same?

They should not automatically be considered identical. SS identifies a stainless steel execution, while the designation 696 ZZ alone does not confirm stainless steel construction.

Are SS 696 ZZ and SS 696 2RS the same size?

They can both measure 6x15x5 mm, but their closure systems are different. ZZ uses metal shields, while 2RS identifies a sealed execution.

Can SS 696 ZZ accommodate axial loads?

As a deep groove ball bearing, it can accommodate radial loads and axial loads in both directions within the limits of its design.

Is 6x15x5 mm enough information to select a replacement?

No. Material execution, closure type, internal clearance, precision requirements and operating conditions should also be checked.

SS 696 ZZ FAG - key information

SS 696 ZZ FAG is a 6x15x5 mm miniature single-row deep groove ball bearing specified in a stainless steel execution with metal shields on both sides. When selecting a replacement, verify not only the dimensions but also the stainless steel execution, ZZ shielding and the technical requirements of the specific bearing arrangement.

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