NTN 6908-2Z Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The NTN 6908-2Z is a deep groove ball bearing double metal shielded manufactured by NTN. It belongs to the 6900 series and features dimensions of 40 × 62 × 12 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 10,100 N and a static load rating of 6,950 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)40 mm
Outside Diameter (D)62 mm
Width (B)12 mm
Weight0.080 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)10,100 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)6,950 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)10,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)14,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6900 series bearings are commonly used in office equipment, small electric motors, and light industrial applications. The -2Z suffix indicates double metal shields, offering good protection while maintaining lower friction than rubber seals — suitable for higher speed applications.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6908-2Z Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the NTN 6908-2Z. All share identical dimensions (40×62×12mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
NTNNTN 6908-2Z ✦10,1006,950
NTN NTN 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
KOYO KOYO 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
FAG FAG 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
NACHI NACHI 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
Timken Timken 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
NSK NSK 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950
SKF SKF 6908-2Z 10,100 6,950

Available Variants

The NTN 6908 base bearing is available in these configurations:

NTN 6908-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
NTN 6908-ZZ
Double metal shielded
NTN 6908-NR
Open with snap ring
NTN 6908-C3
"Open
NTN 6908-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
NTN 6908-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
NTN 6908-2RS
Double rubber sealed
NTN 6908
Open (no seal/shield)
NTN 6908-NR
Open with snap ring
NTN 6908-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
NTN 6908-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
NTN 6908-C3
Open, C3 clearance
NTN 6908-ZZ
Double metal shielded
NTN 6908-2RS
Double rubber sealed
NTN 6908
Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the NTN 6908-2Z?

The NTN 6908-2Z has a bore diameter of 40mm, outside diameter of 62mm, and width of 12mm. It weighs 0.080kg.

What is the load capacity of the NTN 6908-2Z?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 10,100 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 6,950 N. The maximum recommended speed is 10,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 14,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to NTN 6908-2Z?

The 6908-2Z is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 40×62×12mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.