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SKF General Catalogue: contents, what replaced it and how to find a part number
The SKF General Catalogue is the reference book many workshops still keep as a PDF. Here are its sections, which SKF catalogue replaces each one, where to download the current edition, and direct access to those products in our catalogue so you can get a quote by part number.
- Publication
- SKF 6000 ES
- Edition
- May 2006
- Pages
- 1,133
- Replaced
- Publication 4000 Sp
See the SKF catalogues in PDF Search an SKF part number in the catalogue
The 16 sections of the SKF General Catalogue
Each section of the 2006 catalogue now has its own SKF catalogue. You will find the products in our catalogue by part number.
| Section | Where it is today | At MR |
|---|---|---|
| Deep groove ball bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Angular contact ball bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Self-aligning ball bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Cylindrical roller bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Tapered roller bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Spherical roller bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| CARB toroidal roller bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Thrust ball bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Cylindrical roller thrust bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Spherical roller thrust bearings | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Engineered products | Products section on skf.com | — |
| Mechatronics | Products section on skf.com | — |
| Accessories (adapter sleeves and lock nuts) | SKF rolling bearings catalogue 17000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Bearing housings | SKF housings and units catalogue 13186 | See SKF part numbers |
| Maintenance and lubrication products | SKF maintenance and lubrication catalogue 03000 | See SKF part numbers |
| Other SKF products | Products section on skf.com | — |
Where to download the current catalogue
SKF publishes its current catalogues as PDFs on its website. The rolling bearings catalogue (17000) is available in Spanish and English; the housings (13186) and maintenance (03000) catalogues, in English. All three are on our SKF catalogues page, with what each one covers.
Why we do not publish the General Catalogue PDF
The catalogue belongs to SKF, and its second page states that it may not be reproduced, even in part, without permission. That is why we do not host it: we point you to the current catalogues, downloaded directly from SKF.
How to find a part number in the General Catalogue
- Choose the section by bearing or product type.
- In the tables, look up the bore diameter (d): each row gives dimensions, load ratings and the designation.
- If you already have the part number, use the designation index at the end of the catalogue, which points to the series page.
- With the full designation, look it up in our catalogue and get a quote via WhatsApp or email.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I download the SKF General Catalogue PDF?
The 2006 edition 6000 is no longer current. SKF now publishes catalogues by product line: rolling bearings (17000), housings and units (13186) and maintenance and lubrication (03000), downloadable from its website. The links are on our SKF catalogues page.
Are the General Catalogue part numbers still valid?
Yes: basic designations such as 6205 or 22210 E are unchanged. New editions update technical data and add products, so for dimensions and ratings use the current catalogue.
How do I get a quote for a bearing I found in the catalogue?
Copy the full designation, including suffixes, and look it up in our catalogue, or send it via WhatsApp or email with the quantity. Dimensions alone also work.
Found the part number? We will quote it
Send us the full SKF designation and the quantity, or a photo of the part, and we will get back to you shortly.