Timken 6008-C3 Bearing — Specifications, Dimensions & Cross-Reference

The Timken 6008-C3 is a deep groove ball bearing with C3 clearance manufactured by Timken. It belongs to the 6000 series and features dimensions of 40 × 68 × 15 mm (bore × OD × width). This bearing has a dynamic load rating of 13,100 N and a static load rating of 9,450 N, making it suitable for medium-duty applications.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions
Bore Diameter (d)	40 mm
Outside Diameter (D)	68 mm
Width (B)	15 mm
Weight	0.180 kg

Performance
Dynamic Load Rating (Cr)	13,100 N
Static Load Rating (C₀r)	9,450 N
Limiting Speed (Grease)	10,000 rpm
Limiting Speed (Oil)	12,000 rpm

💡 Application Note: The 6000 series bearings are commonly used in electric motors, power tools, small pumps, and household appliances. The -C3 suffix indicates greater-than-normal radial internal clearance, recommended for applications with temperature differentials or tight shaft/housing fits.

Brand Cross-Reference — 6008-C3 Equivalents

The following bearings from other manufacturers are interchangeable with the Timken 6008-C3. All share identical dimensions (40×68×15mm) and comparable load ratings:

Brand	Part Number	Dynamic Load (N)	Static Load (N)
Timken	Timken 6008-C3 ✦	13,100	9,450
NACHI	NACHI 6008-C3	13,100	9,450
KOYO	KOYO 6008-C3	13,100	9,450
FAG	FAG 6008-C3	13,100	9,450
NSK	NSK 6008-C3	13,100	9,450
NTN	NTN 6008-C3	13,100	9,450
SKF	SKF 6008-C3	13,100	9,450

Available Variants

The Timken 6008 base bearing is available in these configurations:

Timken 6008-NR

Open with snap ring

Timken 6008-ZZ-C3

Double shielded, C3 clearance

Timken 6008-2RS-C3

Double sealed, C3 clearance

Timken 6008-2Z

Double metal shielded (ISO)

Timken 6008-ZZ

Double metal shielded

Timken 6008-2RS

Double rubber sealed

Timken 6008

Open (no seal/shield)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Timken 6008-C3?

The Timken 6008-C3 has a bore diameter of 40mm, outside diameter of 68mm, and width of 15mm. It weighs 0.180kg.

What is the load capacity of the Timken 6008-C3?

The dynamic load rating (Cr) is 13,100 N and the static load rating (C₀r) is 9,450 N. The maximum recommended speed is 10,000 rpm with grease lubrication or 12,000 rpm with oil lubrication.

What bearings are equivalent to Timken 6008-C3?

The 6008-C3 is manufactured by multiple brands including SKF, NTN, NSK, FAG, Timken, KOYO, and NACHI. All versions share the same 40×68×15mm dimensions and are interchangeable in most applications. See the cross-reference table above for detailed comparisons.