SKF SFILK 6 F spherical plain bearing
- Brand
- SKF
- Category
- Bearings
- Subcategory
- Spherical plain bearings and rod ends
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Description
SKF SFILK 6 F belongs to spherical plain bearing, part of our Bearings range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for SFILK 6 F and any equivalents.
The SFILK F from SKF is a radial rod end built as a spherical plain bearing, so it handles both oscillation and alignment between connected shafts. Maintenance teams reach for it when a mechanism tilts and the joint has to absorb angular misalignment along with combined loads. A rigid bearing would fight that movement; this one follows it. MR Industrial Accessories LLC supplies it within its SKF bearing range.
Reading the code is straightforward once you know the pattern. SFILK identifies the radial rod end series, and the trailing F marks the construction variant. The digits in the middle give the bore in millimeters, so SFILK 6 F is a 6 mm bore. Always pass the full code when you request a quote, because nearby series share the same letters and a single missing character can change the part.
Typical users are agricultural equipment, earthmoving machines, hydraulic linkages, gates and doors, and steering systems. Presses, conveyors and bottling lines also use them. The common thread is an articulated joint that has to move with the structure instead of stressing it, which is exactly what a spherical plain bearing is made for.
Selection comes down to three things: shaft diameter, whether the load is radial, axial or combined, and how much oscillation the joint needs. The seal keeps dust and moisture out, though a very harsh environment may call for extra protection. Set the initial alignment correctly at assembly and leave enough freedom for movement without slop. Lubrication is what keeps these running, particularly under varying loads or at low speed.
Rod ends of this type can be swapped between brands when the key dimensions and load type line up. A similar code is not proof: check diameter, width, thread and tilt angle first. SKF is a global reference and other options exist. Send the measurements or the original code and we will work out the equivalent.
Need an SFILK F rod end for a machine you are servicing? Send the part number over WhatsApp or email and our team will get back to you with a quote, suggest equivalents, and help you settle on the right variant.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Message us the part number on WhatsApp and we'll verify its dimensions and version with the manufacturer's datasheet.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the F in SFILK F stand for?
- It marks a construction variant inside the SFILK series, usually tied to the sealing or the outer ring execution. The manufacturer's data sheet confirms the exact detail, or you can send us the full code.
- How do I pick the right SFILK size?
- The bore diameter is the number after the letters in the code. Factor in the load the joint will carry and the oscillation angle as well, then we can point you to the correct size.
- Can another brand replace an SKF rod end?
- Often yes, as long as the main dimensions and the load type match. Do not go by the code alone; verify diameter, width and thread. Send us your measurements and we will find the equivalent.