SKF 6008-2RS1/C2 Kugellager (40x68x15)

The dynamic load rating of 17.8 kN characterises this bearing. The static load rating is 11.6 kN. This variant features a contact seal and reduced radial clearance (C2). The deep groove ball bearing is the most widely built rolling bearing type, and the reason is how little it asks: it carries radial load, supports moderate axial load in both directions, and demands little of the surrounding design.

The deep, closely conforming raceway grooves in the inner and outer ring capture the balls positively, so the bearing takes radial load and moderate axial load in both directions without a second bearing position to oppose it. Because the ball touches the raceway at a point, friction and heat stay low — the precondition for high speeds and for grease-for-life designs.

The limits follow from that same geometry: the small contact area caps load capacity against a roller bearing of equal size, and the bearing tolerates misalignment within narrow limits only, since angular error transfers straight into the raceway grooves. Seats in shaft and housing must therefore be aligned and geometrically accurate; where shaft deflection is expected, a self-aligning type belongs in that position.

The contact seal bears against its counterface and closes the rolling chamber against dust, splash water and wash-out; in return it raises frictional torque and limits permissible speed. Rings and rolling elements are made of through-hardened standard bearing steel. The reduced radial clearance raises guiding accuracy and is intended for positions that run closely guided and are thermally lightly loaded.

Reduced radial clearance C2 — Dimensional/form-fit equivalent — verify suffix-level details for critical applications. Matching suffixes are also listed by FAG (C2), NSK (C2), NTN (C2) and NACHI (C2).