SKF Bearings
Sweden's SKF, founded 1907 — the world's largest bearing manufacturer. Trusted supply · same-day shipping · B2B quotes.
SKF, founded in 1907 in Gothenburg, Sweden, is the world's largest bearing manufacturer and the company that commercialised the self-aligning ball bearing for the first time. The catalogue spans deep groove ball (6000/6200/6300/6400), spherical roller (22000/23000), angular contact (7000), tapered roller (30000/32000), cylindrical roller (NU/N/NJ), wheel hub units, wind turbine main-shaft bearings, railway wheelset bearings and aerospace precision references. Kovar carries the SKF deep groove, spherical roller, tapered roller, angular contact and wheel hub ranges in stock with same-day shipping, business invoicing and engineering support for replacement bearing qualification. Every intake batch is dimensionally inspected, and SKF Authenticate verification is available for any reference on request.
- Sourced from SKF supply channels — Gothenburg traceability
- 6000 / 6200 / 6300 / 6400 deep groove ball — full stock
- 22000 / 23000 spherical roller and 7000 angular contact in stock
- Same-day shipping for orders before 15:00 KST
- B2B quoting, tax invoicing and credit terms within one business day
Popular series
- Headquartered
- Sweden
- Founded
- 1907
- Parent company
- AB SKF
All SKF bearings
SKF FAQ
Where is SKF based?
SKF was founded in 1907 in Gothenburg, Sweden, where the headquarters remain today. The company commercialised the self-aligning ball bearing and is the world's largest bearing manufacturer, present in automotive, industrial, wind, railway and aerospace markets.
What is SKF known for?
Catalogue breadth and process consistency. SKF carries deep groove ball, spherical roller, angular contact, tapered roller and cylindrical roller bearings, plus large-scale and precision references for wind turbine main shafts, railway wheelsets and aerospace use.
How does SKF compare to FAG?
Both are top-tier European manufacturers with overlapping catalogues, but the fit details (clearance designation, grease, cage options) can differ subtly. SKF has stronger penetration in wind, rail and general industrial; FAG is more deeply embedded in automotive OEM lines. Equivalent part numbers exist, but matching the original drawing spec matters.
How can I verify SKF authenticity?
SKF publishes the SKF Authenticate mobile app, which scans the QR code or serial on the package and confirms authenticity instantly. Kovar additionally inspects every intake batch for printing, laser etching, surface finish and dimensional accuracy, and rejects any suspicious lot.
How fast is the lead time?
In-stock references ship same-day for orders placed before 15:00 KST. Non-stocked references are sourced through SKF Europe or our Southeast Asia hubs, with timing confirmed on the quote — typically 5 to 14 days for air freight.