FAG 1208 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The FAG 1208 is a self-aligning ball bearing manufactured by FAG. It belongs to the 1200 series and features dimensions of 40 × 80 × 18 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 19,000 N and a static load rating of 7,500 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)40 mm
Outside Diameter (D)80 mm
Width (B)18 mm
Weight0.340 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)19,000 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)7,500 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)8,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)10,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 1200 series bearings are commonly used in conveyor rollers, textile machinery, and applications with shaft misalignment.

Brand Cross-Reference — 1208 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the FAG 1208. All share identical dimensions (40×80×18mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
FAGFAG 1208 ✦19,0007,500
Timken Timken 1208 19,000 7,500
SKF SKF 1208 19,000 7,500
NACHI NACHI 1208 19,000 7,500
KOYO KOYO 1208 19,000 7,500
Timken Timken 1208 19,000 7,500
NSK NSK 1208 19,000 7,500
NTN NTN 1208 19,000 7,500
SKF SKF 1208 19,000 7,500

Available Variants

The FAG 1208 base bearing is available in these configurations:

FAG 1208-NR
Open with snap ring
FAG 1208-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
FAG 1208-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
FAG 1208-C3
Open, C3 clearance
FAG 1208-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
FAG 1208-ZZ
Double metal shielded
FAG 1208-2RS
Double rubber sealed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the FAG 1208?

The FAG 1208 has a bore diameter of 40mm, outside diameter of 80mm, and width of 18mm. It weighs 0.340kg.

What is the load capacity of the FAG 1208?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 19,000 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 7,500 N. The maximum recommended speed is 8,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 10,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to FAG 1208?

The 1208 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 40×80×18mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.