SKF 6212 2ZJEM Explorer 60mm Bore Shielded Deep Groove Ball Bearing

This is a new SKF Explorer series 6212 2ZJEM deep groove ball bearing, made in the USA, as confirmed by the box label visible in the photos. The 6212 designation identifies a single-row deep groove ball bearing in the 62 series (light-medium series) with a 60 mm bore, 110 mm outer diameter, and 22 mm width. The '2Z' suffix denotes double-sided pressed steel shields on both faces, providing contact-free dust and splash protection while retaining the factory-applied grease fill without adding frictional drag — making this bearing suited for moderate-speed, grease-lubricated applications in electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, fans, and general industrial machinery. The 'J' suffix indicates the bearing uses a pressed steel (sheet steel) cage, and 'EM' denotes SKF's Explorer performance class, which reflects enhanced internal geometry, superior steel metallurgy, and tighter tolerancing compared to standard production bearings for improved load capacity and longer service life. The bearing carries an internal radial clearance designation visible on the bearing itself consistent with C3 (greater than normal clearance), suitable for applications with shaft interference fits or elevated operating temperatures — buyers should verify the clearance suffix from the bearing OD markings visible in the first photo.

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