Product Overview: The FC 209 Flange Cartridge Unit
The FC 209 flange cartridge unit is a robust and essential component in many industrial mounting applications, particularly where the bearing assembly needs to be secured to a surface perpendicular to the shaft axis. This particular housing is designed to accommodate a UC 209 series insert ball bearing, providing a secure and protective enclosure for a 45mm shaft. As part of our comprehensive range of FC 200 Series flange bearing units, the FC 209 offers reliability and ease of installation, making it a preferred choice for machinery requiring stable and durable rotational support.
Crafted from high-quality materials, the FC 209 housing ensures excellent performance and longevity even in demanding operational environments. Its distinctive square flange design allows for simple bolt-on installation, streamlining maintenance and setup procedures. Integrating this housing with a suitable insert bearing creates a complete bearing unit that is widely used across various industries for its practicality and effective performance. Explore our full selection of bearing housings to find the perfect fit for your specific industrial requirements.
Key Features of the FC 209 Flange Unit
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from robust cast iron, providing exceptional strength and resistance to wear and impact.
- Square Flange Design: Features four bolt holes for secure and stable mounting to flat surfaces.
- Precision Bore: Engineered to precisely fit UC 209 insert bearings, ensuring optimal alignment and performance.
- Protective Enclosure: Shields the housed bearing from external contaminants such as dust, dirt, and moisture, extending its service life.
- Ease of Installation: Designed for straightforward bolt-on mounting, simplifying setup and replacement.
- Versatile Mounting: Ideal for applications where the shaft runs perpendicular to the mounting surface.
- Standardized Dimensions: Conforms to industry standards, ensuring compatibility and interchangeability with other components.
Common Applications of FC 209 Flange Cartridge Units
- Conveyor Systems: Provides reliable support for rollers and shafts in material handling equipment.
- Agricultural Machinery: Used in various farming equipment where robust and easily mountable bearing points are needed.
- Packaging Machinery: Ensures smooth operation of moving parts in automated packaging lines.
- Textile Equipment: Supports spindles and rollers in weaving and spinning machines.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides stable rotational support for fan shafts, minimizing vibration.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Applied in machinery where robust and enclosed bearing units are beneficial.
- Printing Presses: Used to support rollers and ensure consistent operation in printing applications.
- Mining Equipment: Suitable for lighter duty applications within the mining industry due to its robust design.
Benefits of Using the FC 209 Flange Cartridge Unit
- Enhanced Machine Reliability: Provides stable and protected support for rotating shafts, leading to consistent performance.
- Extended Bearing Life: Protects the insert bearing from environmental factors, significantly reducing premature wear.
- Reduced Maintenance Time: Simple mounting and replacement procedures minimize downtime and labor costs.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a durable and reliable bearing mounting solution at a competitive price point.
- Improved Safety: Enclosed design can reduce the risk of entanglement with exposed rotating parts compared to open bearing setups.
- Versatility: Compatible with a wide range of industrial applications due to its standard design and robust nature.
- Vibration Dampening: The solid housing structure contributes to dampening vibrations, promoting smoother operation.
