SKF is a globally recognized engineering company founded in 1907 in Sweden. It is a leader in manufacturing:
Bearings
Seals
Lubrication systems
Mechatronics solutions
SKF products are widely used in industries like automotive, railways, aerospace, power generation, mining, and industrial machinery.
A bearing is a mechanical component that:
Reduces friction between moving parts
Supports rotational or linear motion
Improves efficiency and lifespan of machines
Types of SKF Bearings
a. Ball Bearings
Designed for high-speed and low-friction applications.
Types:
Deep groove ball bearings
Angular contact ball bearings
Self-aligning ball bearings
Applications: Motors, fans, pumps
b. Roller Bearings
Used for heavy load applications.
Types:
Cylindrical roller bearings
Spherical roller bearings
Tapered roller bearings
Needle roller bearings
Applications: Heavy machinery, construction equipment
c. Thrust Bearings
Designed for axial loads
Used in automotive and industrial applications
d. Plain Bearings
Sliding contact type
Suitable for slow or oscillating motion
Components of SKF Bearings
Inner Ring
Mounted on shaft
Rotates with shaft
Outer Ring
Fixed in housing
Rolling Elements
Balls or rollers
Reduce friction
Cage
Maintains spacing between rolling elements
Seals/Shields
Protect against dust and contaminants
Materials Used
High carbon chromium steel
Stainless steel
Ceramic (hybrid bearings)
Bearing Number System (Example: 6205-2RS1/C3)
6205 → Bearing type and size
2RS1 → Rubber seals
C3 → Increased internal clearance
Load Types
Radial Load
Perpendicular to shaft
Axial Load
Parallel to shaft
Combined Load
Both radial and axial
