AISI 420 Stainless Steel Bearings for Industrial Use

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Product	Bore	OD	Width	Material	Seal	Reference Price	RFQ
S605ZZ 5 x 14 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	14 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S606ZZ 6 x 17 x 6 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	6 mm	17 mm	6 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S608ZZ 8 x 22 x 7 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	8 mm	22 mm	7 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S625ZZ 5 x 16 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	16 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S627ZZ 7 x 22 x 7 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	7 mm	22 mm	7 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S681X-1.5 x 4 x 1.2 mm- stainless steel bearing	1.5 mm	4 mm	1.2 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S682WZZ-2x5x2.3x3.1mm- stainless steel bearing	2 mm	5 mm	2.3mm-3.1 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S683ZZ 3 x 7 x 3 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	3 mm	7 mm	3 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S684ZZ – 4 x 9 x 4 mm Stainless Steel Bearing	4 mm	9 mm	4 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S685ZZ 5 x 11 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	11 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.20 AISI 420	RFQ
S686ZZ 6 x 13 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	6 mm	13 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S687ZZ 7 x 14 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	7 mm	14 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S688ZZ 8 x 16 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	8 mm	16 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S695ZZ 5 x 13 x 4 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	13 mm	4 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S696ZZ 6 x 15 x 5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	6 mm	15 mm	5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S698ZZ 8 x 19 x 6 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	8 mm	19 mm	6 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S698ZZ-8 x 19 x 6 mm- stainless steel bearing	8 mm	19 mm	6 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S699ZZ-9 x 20 x 6 mm- stainless steel bearing	9 mm	20 mm	6 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR106ZZ 6 x 10 x 3 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	6 mm	10 mm	3 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
SMR117ZZ 7 x 11 x 3 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	7 mm	11 mm	3 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR126ZZ 6 x 12 x 4 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	6 mm	12 mm	4 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR128ZZ 8 x 12 x 3.5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	8 mm	12 mm	3.5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR148ZZ 8 x 14 x 4 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	8 mm	14 mm	4 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR63ZZ 3 x 6 x 2.5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	3 mm	6 mm	2.5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR74ZZ 4 x 7 x 2.5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	4 mm	7 mm	2.5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR83ZZ 3 x 8 x 2.5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	3 mm	8 mm	2.5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR84ZZ 4 x 8 x 3 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	4 mm	8 mm	3 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
SMR85ZZ 5 x 8 x 2.5 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	8 mm	2.5 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
SMR95ZZ 5 x 9 x 3 mm Stainless Steel Bearings	5 mm	9 mm	3 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S16001-2RS 12 x 28 x 7 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	12 mm	28 mm	7 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16001-ZZ 12 x 28 x 7 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	12 mm	28 mm	7 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S16002-2RS 15 x 32 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	15 mm	32 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16003-2RS 17 x 35 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	17 mm	35 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16004-2RS 20 x 42 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	20 mm	42 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16005-2RS 25 x 47 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	25 mm	47 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16006-2RS 30 x 55 x 9 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	30 mm	55 mm	9 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16007-2RS 35 x 62 x 9 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	35 mm	62 mm	9 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16008-2RS 40 x 68 x 9 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	40 mm	68 mm	9 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16009-2RS 45 x 75 x 10 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	45 mm	75 mm	10 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16010-2RS 50 x 80 x 10 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	50 mm	80 mm	10 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16011-2RS 55 x 90 x 11 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	55 mm	90 mm	11 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16012-2RS 60 x 95 x 11 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	60 mm	95 mm	11 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16013 65 x 100 x 11 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	65 mm	100 mm	11 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16014 70 x 110 x 13 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	70 mm	110 mm	13 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16015 75 x 115 x 13 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	75 mm	115 mm	13 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16016 80 x 125 x 14 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	80 mm	125 mm	14 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16017 85 x 130 x 14 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	85 mm	130 mm	14 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16018 90 x 140 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	90 mm	140 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16019 95 x 145 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	95 mm	145 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16020 100 x 150 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	100 mm	150 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16021 105 x 160 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	105 mm	160 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16022 110 x 170 x 19 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	110 mm	170 mm	19 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16024 120 x 180 x 19 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	120 mm	180 mm	19 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16026 130 x 200 x 22 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	130 mm	200 mm	22 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16028 140 x 210 x 22 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	140 mm	210 mm	22 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16030 150 x 225 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	150 mm	225 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16032 160 x 240 x 25 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	160 mm	240 mm	25 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16034 170 x 260 x 28 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	170 mm	260 mm	28 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16036 180 x 280 x 31 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	180 mm	280 mm	31 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16038 190 x 290 x 31 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	190 mm	290 mm	31 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16040 200 x 310 x 34 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	200 mm	310 mm	34 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16044 220 x 340 x 37 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	220 mm	340 mm	37 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16048 240 x 360 x 37 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	240 mm	360 mm	37 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16052 260 x 400 x 44 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	260 mm	400 mm	44 mm	Stainless Steel		On request	RFQ
S16100-2RS 10 x 28 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	10 mm	28 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16100-ZZ 10 x 28 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	10 mm	28 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S16101-2RS 12 x 30 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	12 mm	30 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S16101-ZZ 12 x 30 x 8 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	12 mm	30 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S5206-2RS 30 x 62 x 23.8 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	30 mm	62 mm	23.8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 4.51 AISI 420	RFQ
S5208-2RS 40 x 80 x 30.2 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	40 mm	80 mm	30.2 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 7.25 AISI 420	RFQ
S5303-2RS 17 x 47 x 22.2 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	17 mm	47 mm	22.2 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 4.03 AISI 420	RFQ
S5305-2RS 25 x 62 x 25.4 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	25 mm	62 mm	25.4 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 5.15 AISI 420	RFQ
S5306-2RS 30 x 72 x 30.2 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	30 mm	72 mm	30.2 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 6.44 AISI 420	RFQ
S5307-2RS 35 x 80 x 34.9 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	35 mm	80 mm	34.9 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 11.76 AISI 420	RFQ
S5308-2RS 40 x 90 x 36.5 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	40 mm	90 mm	36.5 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 14.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S5310-2RS 50 x 110 x 44.4 mm Angular Contact Ball Bearing	50 mm	110 mm	44.4 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 22.55 AISI 420	RFQ
S6000 10 x 26 x 8 mm Bearing	10 mm	26 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.35 AISI 420	RFQ
S6000-2RS 10 x 26 x 8 mm Bearing	10 mm	26 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 0.35 AISI 420	RFQ
S6001-2RS 12 x 28 x 8 mm Bearing	12 mm	28 mm	8 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 0.39 AISI 420	RFQ
S6002-2RS 15 x 32 x 9 mm Bearing	15 mm	32 mm	9 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 0.48 AISI 420	RFQ
S6003-ZZ 17 x 35 x 10 mm Bearing	17 mm	35 mm	10 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.55 AISI 420	RFQ
S6004-ZZ 20 x 42 x 12 mm Bearing	20 mm	42 mm	12 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.74 AISI 420	RFQ
S6005-2RS 25 x 47 x 12 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	25 mm	47 mm	12 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 0.93 AISI 420	RFQ
S6005-ZZ 25 x 47 x 12 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	25 mm	47 mm	12 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 0.93 AISI 420	RFQ
S6006 30 x 55 x 13 mm Bearing	30 mm	55 mm	13 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 1.27 AISI 420	RFQ
S6007-2RS 35 x 62 x 14 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	35 mm	62 mm	14 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 1.64 AISI 420	RFQ
S6007-ZZ 35 x 62 x 14 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	35 mm	62 mm	14 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 1.64 AISI 420	RFQ
S6008-2RS 40 x 68 x 15 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	40 mm	68 mm	15 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 2.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S6008-ZZ 40 x 68 x 15 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	40 mm	68 mm	15 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 2.17 AISI 420	RFQ
S6009-2RS 45 x 75 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	45 mm	75 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 2.90 AISI 420	RFQ
S6009-ZZ 45 x 75 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	45 mm	75 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 2.90 AISI 420	RFQ
S6010-2RS 50 x 80 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	50 mm	80 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 3.54 AISI 420	RFQ
S6010-ZZ 50 x 80 x 16 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	50 mm	80 mm	16 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 3.54 AISI 420	RFQ
S6011-2RS 55 x 90 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	55 mm	90 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 4.51 AISI 420	RFQ
S6011-ZZ 55 x 90 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	55 mm	90 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 4.51 AISI 420	RFQ
S6012-2RS 60 x 95 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	60 mm	95 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 5.15 AISI 420	RFQ
S6012-ZZ 60 x 95 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	60 mm	95 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 5.15 AISI 420	RFQ
S6013-2RS 65 x 100 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	65 mm	100 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 5.64 AISI 420	RFQ
S6013-ZZ 65 x 100 x 18 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	65 mm	100 mm	18 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 5.64 AISI 420	RFQ
S6014-ZZ 70 x 110 x 20 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	70 mm	110 mm	20 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 6.44 AISI 420	RFQ
S6015-2RS 75 x 115 x 20 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	75 mm	115 mm	20 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	Reference US$ 7.25 AISI 420	RFQ
S6015-ZZ 75 x 115 x 20 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	75 mm	115 mm	20 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	Reference US$ 7.25 AISI 420	RFQ
S6016-ZZ 80 x 125 x 22 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	80 mm	125 mm	22 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6017-2RS 85 x 130 x 22 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	85 mm	130 mm	22 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6017-ZZ 85 x 130 x 22 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	85 mm	130 mm	22 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6018-2RS 90 x 140 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	90 mm	140 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6018-ZZ 90 x 140 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	90 mm	140 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6019-2RS 95 x 145 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	95 mm	145 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6020-2RS 100 x 150 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	100 mm	150 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6020-ZZ 100 x 150 x 24 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	100 mm	150 mm	24 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6021-ZZ 105 x 160 x 26 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	105 mm	160 mm	26 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6022-2RS 110 x 170 x 28 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	110 mm	170 mm	28 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6022-ZZ 110 x 170 x 28 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	110 mm	170 mm	28 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6024-2RS 120 x 180 x 28 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	120 mm	180 mm	28 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6024-ZZ 120 x 180 x 28 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	120 mm	180 mm	28 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6026-2RS 130 x 200 x 33 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	130 mm	200 mm	33 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S6026-ZZ 130 x 200 x 33 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	130 mm	200 mm	33 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6028-ZZ 140 x 210 x 33 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	140 mm	210 mm	33 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ
S6032-2RS 160 x 240 x 38 mm Deep Groove Ball Bearing	160 mm	240 mm	38 mm	Stainless Steel	2RS	On request	RFQ
S604-ZZ 4 x 12 x 4 mm Ball Bearing	4 mm	12 mm	4 mm	Stainless Steel	ZZ	On request	RFQ

Technical Guide Materials, applications, selection notes, and internal reference links for this collection.

AISI 420 stainless steel bearings are commonly reviewed when a buyer needs more corrosion resistance than standard bearing steel while still keeping a hardened martensitic stainless material for general industrial motion. They are often considered for humid machinery, packaging equipment, light wash exposure, instruments, conveyors, and compact assemblies where rust risk is part of the buying decision.

This collection helps buyers compare AISI 420 bearing options by bearing type, model, size, seal style, and application fit. Use it as a material-focused path first, then narrow the choice by bearing family, load direction, closure type, and the space available in the machine.

What Are AISI 420 Bearings?

AISI 420 is a martensitic stainless steel used in bearing applications where hardness, wear behavior, and moderate corrosion resistance all matter. It is different from austenitic stainless grades such as AISI 304 or AISI 316, which are often selected for stronger corrosion resistance but may not be chosen for the same hardened bearing-ring requirements.

For many buyers, the practical question is not simply “Is it stainless?” The better question is whether AISI 420 matches the environment, load, speed, lubrication, and replacement envelope. If the bearing is exposed to moisture or cleaning but still needs a hardened bearing material, AISI 420 can be a practical option to review.

Common Applications

Packaging machinery and light conveyor systems
Automation equipment and compact motion assemblies
Laboratory instruments and measuring equipment
Light-duty food equipment positions where the bearing is not a direct food-contact component
Small motors, rollers, pulleys, and guide mechanisms
Humid indoor machinery and equipment exposed to occasional moisture
Replacement projects where the original bearing was stainless and the exact grade must be confirmed

If the application has aggressive chemicals, marine exposure, frequent washdown, or a strict corrosion requirement, compare AISI 420 with AISI 316 stainless steel bearings before deciding. If the application mainly needs a stainless deep groove bearing in a compact envelope, the broader stainless steel bearings page can help route the model family.

How to Choose an AISI 420 Bearing

Start with Bearing Type

AISI 420 can appear in several bearing families, including deep groove ball bearings, miniature bearings, flanged bearings, needle bearings, and some roller-bearing applications. Match the bearing family to the load direction first. A radial deep groove bearing, a thrust bearing, and a needle bearing solve different problems even when the material grade is the same.

Confirm Dimensions and Suffixes

Check the model number, bore, outside diameter, width, seal or shield suffix, cage, and any special clearance or precision requirement. Do not assume that a stainless replacement is correct only because the dimensions are close. For small bearings, compare related paths such as stainless miniature ball bearings and metric ball bearings when the original marking is unclear.

Review the Operating Environment

AISI 420 is usually considered for moisture, humidity, mild corrosion risk, and clean industrial environments. For harsher corrosion exposure, a different stainless grade or bearing construction may be needed. For higher wear or precision requirements, the bearing type, heat treatment, lubrication, and fit should be reviewed instead of relying on material name alone.

Check Load, Speed, and Lubrication

Material selection does not replace bearing selection. Confirm radial load, axial load, speed range, duty cycle, lubrication method, and expected contamination. If the bearing overheats, corrodes, or wears early, the cause may be lubrication, fit, alignment, seal drag, or contamination rather than the stainless grade alone.

AISI 420 Compared with Other Stainless Bearing Choices

Material Path	Typical Reason to Review	Buyer Caution
AISI 420 stainless bearings	Hardened stainless bearing material with moderate corrosion resistance	Confirm whether corrosion exposure is mild or more severe
AISI 304 bearings	Non-magnetic or cleaner-environment stainless review in some assemblies	Check whether hardness and bearing construction fit the application
AISI 316 stainless bearings	Stronger corrosion-resistance review for wet or chemical exposure	Confirm load, speed, and bearing availability before substitution
Stainless flange ball bearings	Compact locating face plus stainless material	Check flange diameter and mounting space

RFQ Checklist

When requesting AISI 420 stainless steel bearings, include:

Bearing number and suffix, if known
Bore, outside diameter, width, and any flange or shoulder dimensions
Bearing family, such as deep groove, miniature, flanged, needle, or roller
Seal or shield preference, such as open, ZZ, or 2RS
Environment details: moisture, cleaning, humidity, mild chemicals, or dry indoor use
Load direction, speed range, duty cycle, and lubrication method
Photos of the old bearing and the mounted position when the part number is unclear

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Selecting by stainless grade before confirming bearing type
Matching only bore size and ignoring width, suffix, or flange features
Assuming all stainless bearings have the same corrosion behavior
Replacing a sealed bearing with an open bearing in a contaminated position
Treating a material change as the fix for lubrication, fit, or alignment problems

Frequently Asked Questions

Are AISI 420 bearings corrosion resistant?

AISI 420 stainless steel bearings provide corrosion resistance for many mild or humid environments, but the exact fit depends on exposure, cleaning conditions, lubrication, and bearing construction. For stronger corrosion concerns, compare the application with 304 or 316 stainless options.

Can AISI 420 replace standard bearing steel?

It can be reviewed when corrosion resistance is needed, but replacement should still confirm load, speed, clearance, fit, seal type, and lubrication. Do not change material without checking the full bearing requirement.

What information helps CXE Bearing review the request?

Send the bearing number, dimensions, seal or shield requirement, material preference, quantity, operating environment, speed, load direction, lubrication method, and photos if the original part is worn or unmarked.

AISI 420 Stainless Steel Bearings for Industrial Use