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688 Roller Skate Mini Bearings

688 Roller Skate Mini Bearings

Set of 16
$64.00 USD
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688 Roller Skate Mini Bearings

688 Roller Skate Mini Bearings

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Description

The Bont 688 Quad Mini roller skate bearing uses a nylon cage, ZZ shields, and nine steel balls made from GCr15 bearing steel. Its compact design helps reduce the weight of a wheel setup while maintaining smooth, consistent performance.

Bont 167/688 bearing adapters fit over 688 mini bearings so they can be used in wheels designed for 608 bearings. Using mini bearings with the correct adapters can create a lighter setup with better acceleration.

Small Bearings, Carefully Finished Running Surfaces

The 688 mini bearing measures 8 x 16 x 5 mm and uses an 8 mm bore. Its compact outer diameter and width make it an option for skaters looking to reduce wheel-setup weight. Check axle size and wheel compatibility separately.

How the Running Surfaces Are Finished

The outer ring is finished through rough grinding, fine grinding, and honing. These are mechanical operations that remove material by grinding. There is no separate polishing process or additive treatment.

Keeping Its Shape Under Load

GCr15 bearing steel helps the bearing retain its shape under load. Correct wheel support, compatible components, and proper installation also matter for smooth running.

Choose the Correct Mini-Bearing Setup

A 688 bearing has a 16 mm outer diameter, while a 608 bearing has a 22 mm outer diameter. The mini bearing therefore needs a suitable adapter when used in a wheel designed for 608 bearings. Choose the bearings-only set if you already have the appropriate setup, or select the bearings-and-adapters option when you need both. Adapters and axle spacers serve different purposes; spacers are not included.

Technical Specifications

  • Bearing type: 688 mini
  • Dimensions: 8 x 16 x 5 mm
  • Shields: ZZ
  • Cage: Nylon
  • Bearing steel: GCr15
  • Ball complement: 9 steel balls
  • Weight: 3.55 g per bearing for the old version; 3.61 g per bearing for the new version
  • 688 adapter weight: 3.56 g each
  • 688 spacer weight: 2.11 g each

Pack of 16 pieces.

Spacers are not included.

For the best results, seat the bearings squarely, use compatible components, and check that each wheel rolls freely after installation. Keep the bearings clean and correctly lubricated.

For more information about mini bearings, please check out this roller skate bearing blog post.

Buy with confidence

You can always buy Bont Skates with confidence. Skaters have been buying Bont Skates since 1975 and we are the world’s largest manufacturer of inline speed skates and short track speed skates and custom skates as well as one of the largest manufacturers of roller derby skates.

We have a reputation for looking after our customers. We do everything possible to ensure that our products are made to the highest standards. As an example, all of our boots go through 16 individual stages of quality control before they are shipped out.

Our inline wheels, roller skate wheels and frames are all tested for strength and fatigue on the computer using the most advances computer-aided stress testing available. Bont bearings are produced in partnership with some of the best speciality bearing manufacturers in the world.

All Bont products go through a rigorous team testing phase before being brought to market. Team Bont skaters are the very best in the world.

When you buy Bont Skates, you get the best skates on the market. 

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