Product Overview: The FC 206 4-Bolt Flange Cartridge Unit
The FC 206 4-Bolt Flange Cartridge Unit is a robust and essential component in many industrial power transmission systems. As part of our extensive FC 200 Series and overall FC Series of Bearing Housings, this unit is specifically designed to house and protect a UC 206 insert ball bearing, providing stable and reliable shaft support. With a standard bore diameter of 30mm for the shaft, the FC 206 unit simplifies mounting in applications where a sturdy, bolt-on solution is required.
Crafted from durable cast iron, the FC 206 housing is engineered to withstand demanding operational environments, offering excellent resistance to shock loads and vibrations. Its flanged design allows for easy and secure attachment to machinery frames or surfaces, making installation and replacement straightforward. This unit ensures the longevity and optimal performance of the housed bearing, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of your industrial equipment. Explore our full range of bearing housings to find the ideal solution for your specific needs.
Key Features of the FC 206 Flange Unit
- Sturdy Cast Iron Construction: Provides excellent durability and resistance to impact and corrosion in harsh industrial settings.
- Integrated Bearing Seat: Precisely machined bore to securely fit standard 206 series insert bearings, like the UC 206.
- Four-Bolt Flange Design: Ensures strong, stable, and rigid mounting to machine structures.
- Pre-drilled Mounting Holes: Simplifies installation, allowing for quick and efficient setup.
- Relubrication Capability: Often equipped with a grease fitting for easy maintenance and extended bearing life.
- Shaft Protection: Encloses the insert bearing, protecting it from contaminants and damage.
Common Applications of FC 206 Units
- Conveyor Systems: Provides robust support for conveyor shafts in material handling applications.
- Agricultural Machinery: Used in various farm equipment requiring reliable shaft mounting.
- Textile Machinery: Ensures smooth operation of rollers and shafts in weaving and spinning processes.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Offers stable support for fan motor shafts, reducing vibration.
- Packaging Equipment: Ideal for machinery requiring dependable rotational support for precise operations.
- Food Processing Equipment: Supports shafts in mixers, conveyors, and other processing machinery.
- Woodworking Machinery: Applied in saws, planers, and other equipment for stable shaft rotation.
Benefits of Using the FC 206 Flange Unit
- Simplified Installation: The bolt-on design makes mounting and alignment straightforward, saving time and labor.
- Enhanced Bearing Life: Protects the insert bearing from external elements, extending its operational lifespan.
- Increased Machine Reliability: Provides stable and vibration-reducing support, leading to smoother machine operation and fewer breakdowns.
- Ease of Maintenance: Many units feature grease fittings for convenient relubrication, simplifying upkeep.
- Versatile Mounting: Suitable for various mounting surfaces due to its flat flange design.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a durable and reliable mounting solution that contributes to overall system longevity and reduces replacement frequency.
