When you are looking at bearings, the real question is not which listing is bigger or cheaper; it is which one fits the shaft, the load, and the quantity you actually need. The four options here cover very different jobs: a six-piece lot of RBC cam followers, a 6200-series ball bearing, a thrust needle bearing with washers, and a mixed random assortment of industrial bearings. Prices run from $7.99 to $135, so the first decision is whether you need a specific replacement part or a general shop supply.
Quick take
- The RBC S48L lot is the pick when a machine already specifies that exact cam follower part.
- The SS6206-2RS is a useful option for a general-purpose shaft.
- The NTA613 thrust needle bearing is the dedicated axial-load option.
- The mixed random lot is for when you want variety and can sort through it later.
Listed price comparison
| Product | Price | Price Bar | Good For |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBC BearingCompany Industrial Cam Follower Roller Bearings, PN# S48L | USD 40.00 | Known cam follower part number | |
| Industrial Roller Bearings - Stainless Sealed SS6206-2RS 6200 ABEC | USD 97.70 | Bearing with standard dimensions | |
| High-Capacity 3/8" Bore Thrust Needle Roller Bearings with Washers - 19kN Static | USD 7.99 | Axial-load bearing | |
| Mixed Random Lot Assortment Various Industrial Bearings Roller Sealed Etc | USD 135.00 | Shop assortment with mixed bearing styles |
Decision matrix
- Need a known part number? The RBC S48L lot is tied to a specific RBC model. The catch is the as-is, no-warranty, no-return condition.
- Need a 6200-series bearing? The SS6206-2RS has a 30 mm bore and a double rubber seal, making it a clean choice for general-purpose shafts.
- Need a compact thrust bearing? The NTA613 uses chromium steel rollers and comes with washers, so it is tailored for axial-load work.
- Need variety for a shop drawer? The mixed random lot gives you roller and other industrial bearings, but it is not a matched set or a predictable package.
Product notes
RBC BearingCompany Industrial Cam Follower Roller Bearings, PN# S48L
If your machine already calls for an RBC S48L cam follower, this lot gives you six matched units from RBC Bearings Corp. The roller diameter and stud diameter are both listed at 1.5000 inches, and the roller shape is flat. The open-box condition means the original boxes were opened before purchase, and the sale is described as as-is with no warranty, no returns, and no refunds. That makes it a sensible buy when you know the part number and can accept the condition risk, but not a great choice if you need a vendor warranty or the ability to send it back.
Industrial Roller Bearings - Stainless Sealed SS6206-2RS 6200 ABEC
For a double rubber seal and known dimensions, the SS6206-2RS is a straightforward choice. It has a 30 mm bore, 62 mm outer diameter, 16 mm width, and an ABEC 1 tolerance rating. That puts it in the standard tolerance range for common bearings. The limitation is that it is a conventional bearing, not a cam follower or a thrust bearing, so it is not the right tool for applications where the main load is axial. If you need a standard industrial bearing, this gives you a clear path; if you need a specialized load-bearing design, it will not cover that.
High-Capacity 3/8" Bore Thrust Needle Roller Bearings with Washers - 19kN Static
When a 3/8-inch shaft needs axial-load support, this NTA613 thrust bearing is the dedicated option. It uses chromium steel rollers, a 19kN static load capacity, and includes the washers needed for the bearing pair. Maximum rotational speed is 15,000 RPM and the compatible lubricant is oil. The trade-off is that this is a specialized thrust orientation, so it is not a general replacement for common radial bearings. It is also compact, with a 13/16-inch outer diameter and 5/64-inch thickness, which means it fits only the narrow job it was designed for. Buy it when you know you need a needle thrust bearing, not when you are stocking for unknown future repairs.
Mixed Random Lot Assortment Various Industrial Bearings Roller Sealed Etc
The mixed random lot takes the opposite approach: instead of a single part number, you get a variety of industrial bearings, with roller and sealed types included. It is new open-box, so the bearings themselves may be unused even though the packaging has been opened. This is a reasonable option for building a shop stash when you want different styles on hand and do not have a specific repair waiting. The limitation is that the assortment is random, so you cannot plan around a matched set or a known count. You will likely need to sort through the lot to find what you need, and the exact mix is not defined.
Final recommendation by use case
- Known cam follower replacement: Go with the RBC S48L lot if the part number matches your application.
- General-purpose shaft with known dimensions: The SS6206-2RS bearing is the one to start with.
- Axial-load work: The NTA613 thrust needle bearing is the specialized pick.
- Walk-in shop variety: The mixed random lot gives you assortment over certainty.
