Product Overview: The UK 215 Tapered Bore Insert Bearing
The UK 215 is a robust and reliable insert bearing designed for demanding industrial applications requiring secure shaft mounting. As a key component in our UK Series of Insert Ball Bearings, it features a tapered bore specifically engineered for use with an H 2315 adapter sleeve, enabling it to be firmly mounted on a 75mm shaft. Its primary dimensions are a 75mm effective bore diameter (with sleeve), a 130mm outer diameter, and a 47.6mm width.
This bearing has a spherical outer surface, which allows it to accommodate initial static misalignment when installed within a compatible housing, such as a P 215 pillow block or an F 215 flange unit. This self-aligning capability simplifies installation and reduces stress on the bearing, extending its operational life. The UK 215 is an ideal solution for creating custom bearing units tailored to specific industrial machinery needs, offering superior performance in high-load and challenging environments.
Key Features of the UK 215 Bearing
- Tapered Bore Design: Allows for a strong, concentric grip on the shaft when mounted with an adapter sleeve, preventing slippage under high loads or vibration.
- Spherical Outer Ring: Compensates for initial static misalignment between the shaft and housing, ensuring smooth operation.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Manufactured from high-grade bearing steel to withstand significant radial loads and harsh operating conditions.
- Enhanced Sealing: Equipped with effective seals to protect internal components from contaminants like dust and moisture, prolonging service life.
- Versatile Mounting: Designed to be used with various bearing housings to create pillow block, flange, or take-up units.
- Simplified Installation: The adapter sleeve mounting method facilitates easy installation and removal from standard commercial shafts.
Common Applications of UK 215 Bearings
- Agricultural Machinery: Widely used in harvesters, conveyors, and soil cultivation equipment where robust performance is essential.
- Conveyor Systems: Ideal for conveyor belt pulleys and rollers in material handling applications.
- Construction Equipment: Found in cement mixers, vibrating screens, and other heavy-duty machinery.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides reliable support for rotating shafts in large air-moving systems.
- Mining and Quarrying: Suitable for crushers, screening equipment, and other machinery exposed to abrasive environments.
- Textile and Printing Machinery: Ensures stable and precise rotation in processing equipment.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Used in applications where reliable operation and resistance to contamination are critical.
Benefits of Using the UK 215 Bearing
- Secure Shaft Locking: The adapter sleeve provides a powerful and uniform grip on the shaft, superior to standard set screw types.
- Improved Equipment Reliability: Reduces the risk of bearing failure in high-load and high-vibration applications.
- Extended Service Life: High-quality materials and effective sealing minimize wear and tear, leading to longer operational life.
- Reduced Maintenance: The robust design and reliable mounting decrease the need for frequent adjustments and replacements.
- Accommodates Misalignment: The self-aligning feature prevents premature wear caused by shaft deflection or mounting inaccuracies.
- Flexible Assembly: Allows for the creation of customized bearing solutions by pairing with a wide range of standard housings.
