Double row deep groove ball bearings are very suitable for bearing arrangements where the load carrying capacity of a single row bearing is inadequate. For the same bore and outside diameter, double row bearings are slightly wider than single row bearings in the 62 and 63 series, but have a considerably higher load carrying capacity. Double row deep groove ball bearings are only available as open bearings (without seals or shields).

SKF double row deep groove ball bearings are fitted with two snap-type, ball centred glass fibre reinforced PA66 cages (designation suffix TN9).
When used at high temperatures, some lubricants can have a detrimental effect on polyamide cages. For additional information about the suitability of cages, refer to Cages.