SKF 6008-2Z Deep Groove Ball Bearing

The SKF 6008-2Z Deep Groove Ball Bearing is a precision deep groove ball bearing manufactured by SKF, the world's leading rolling bearing producer founded in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1907. Designated 6008-2Z, this bearing features 40 mm bore (d), 68 mm outer diameter (D), and 15 mm width (B), giving it a compact yet robust geometry suited to heavy-duty industrial rotating equipment. It is fitted with metal shields (2Z) on both sides for grease retention and protection against coarse contamination. It carries a basic dynamic load rating (C) of approximately 17.8 kN and a basic static load rating (C0) of approximately 11.6 kN, with a reference rotational speed of around 13000 r/min depending on lubrication and mounting conditions.

The 6008-2Z is engineered with SKF's high-grade chrome steel raceways, precision-ground rolling elements and optimised internal geometry to reduce friction, running temperature and noise. This makes it particularly well suited to the demanding thermal conditions of the Saudi Arabian climate, where ambient temperatures regularly exceed 50 degrees Celsius and airborne dust and sand place severe demands on sealing and lubrication. SKF's seal and clearance options help maintain a clean lubricant film, extending grease life and reducing unplanned downtime in desert and coastal Eastern Province environments where humidity and salt-laden air accelerate corrosion.

In Saudi industry the 6008-2Z is widely specified for rotating equipment at facilities such as Ma'aden Aluminium (Ras Al-Khair smelter pot-line fans) and Petro Rabigh (refinery and petrochemical complex). Typical duties include electric motors, pumps, fans, gearboxes, compressors and conveyor systems across the oil and gas, petrochemical, desalination, power generation and mining sectors. SKF bearings are accepted on major Saudi approved vendor lists including the Saudi Aramco AVL, and are SASO compliant for use throughout the Kingdom.

Razz Middle East stocks the 6008-2Z and a full range of associated SKF bearings, seals, lubricants and mounting tools for fast supply across Saudi Arabia. From our distribution network we provide rapid delivery to the Eastern Province industrial corridor including Jubail and Dammam, as well as Riyadh, Jeddah and Yanbu, typically within 24 to 48 hours for stocked sizes. Our technical team can assist with bearing selection, interchange cross-referencing to NSK, FAG/Schaeffler and Timken equivalents, failure analysis and condition-monitoring recommendations. Contact Razz Middle East at sales@razz.sa to request a quotation, confirm current stock of the 6008-2Z, or arrange scheduled deliveries supporting your plant maintenance and turnaround programmes in Eastern Province and across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.