SKF 6408 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The SKF 6408 is a deep groove ball bearing manufactured by SKF. It belongs to the 6400 series and features dimensions of 40 × 110 × 27 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 63,700 N and a static load rating of 34,000 N, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)40 mm
Outside Diameter (D)110 mm
Width (B)27 mm
Weight1.15 kg
Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)63,700 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)34,000 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)6,300 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)8,000 rpm
💡 Application Note: The 6400 series bearings are commonly used in heavy machinery, large industrial gearboxes, and high-load conveyor systems.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6408 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the SKF 6408. All share identical dimensions (40×110×27mm) and comparable load ratings:

BrandPart NumberDynamic Load (N)Static Load (N)
SKFSKF 6408 ✦63,70034,000
Timken Timken 6408 63,700 34,000
SKF SKF 6408 63,700 34,000
NTN NTN 6408 63,700 34,000
NACHI NACHI 6408 63,700 34,000
KOYO KOYO 6408 63,700 34,000
FAG FAG 6408 63,700 34,000
Timken Timken 6408 63,700 34,000
NSK NSK 6408 63,700 34,000
NTN NTN 6408 63,700 34,000

Available Variants

The SKF 6408 base bearing is available in these configurations:

SKF 6408-ZZ-C3
"Double shielded
SKF 6408-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6408-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6408-C3
"Open
SKF 6408-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6408-2RS-C3
"Double sealed
SKF 6408-2RS
Double rubber sealed
SKF 6408
Open (no seal/shield)
SKF 6408-NR
Open with snap ring
SKF 6408-ZZ-C3
Double shielded, C3 clearance
SKF 6408-2RS-C3
Double sealed, C3 clearance
SKF 6408-C3
Open, C3 clearance
SKF 6408-2Z
Double metal shielded (ISO)
SKF 6408-ZZ
Double metal shielded
SKF 6408-2RS
Double rubber sealed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the SKF 6408?

The SKF 6408 has a bore diameter of 40mm, outside diameter of 110mm, and width of 27mm. It weighs 1.15kg.

What is the load capacity of the SKF 6408?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 63,700 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 34,000 N. The maximum recommended speed is 6,300 rpm with grease lubrication or 8,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to SKF 6408?

The 6408 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 40×110×27mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.