Product Overview: The FC 216 Flanged Cartridge Housing
The FC 216 is a robust, circular flanged cartridge housing unit designed to securely mount an 80mm bore insert bearing. As a key component in our FC 200 Series, this unit is part of our comprehensive range of Bearing Housings. The FC 216 is engineered for applications where the bearing needs to be mounted flush against a machine's housing or frame. Its four-bolt circular flange provides a stable and rigid support structure, ensuring reliable performance and accurate shaft alignment.
Typically manufactured from high-strength cast iron, the FC 216 is built to withstand demanding industrial environments. It is designed to be used with compatible insert bearings, such as the UC 216 or UK 216, which can be easily installed and secured. The unit often includes a grease nipple for convenient relubrication, which is essential for maximizing the service life of the bearing. This housing is an excellent choice for creating simple, effective, and easily serviceable bearing arrangements.
Key Features of the FC 216 Housing
- Durable Cast Iron Construction: Provides excellent strength, rigidity, and vibration damping for stable operation.
- Circular Four-Bolt Flange: Ensures secure and precise mounting on machine surfaces.
- Flush Mounting Design: Ideal for applications requiring the bearing unit to be integrated into the machine wall or frame.
- Relubrication Facility: Equipped with a grease nipple to allow for easy maintenance and extend the bearing's operational life.
- Compatibility: Designed to house standard 80mm bore insert bearings, offering flexibility in bearing selection.
- Shaft Support: Offers reliable support for rotating shafts, maintaining alignment and reducing operational stress.
Common Applications
- Conveyor Systems: Used to support rollers and shafts in material handling equipment.
- Agricultural Machinery: Found in harvesters, seeders, and other farm equipment requiring robust bearing solutions.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Suitable for use in mixers, bottling lines, and packaging machinery.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides stable support for fan shafts in HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Textile and Printing Machinery: Ensures smooth operation of rollers and moving parts.
- Packaging Equipment: Critical for the reliable function of automated packaging lines.
- Mining and Construction: Used in heavy-duty equipment where durability is essential.
Benefits of Using the FC 216 Housing
- Simplified Installation: The integrated housing and mounting flange make assembly quick and straightforward.
- Enhanced Machine Reliability: Provides a secure and protected environment for the insert bearing, reducing the risk of premature failure.
- Improved Serviceability: Allows for easy replacement of the insert bearing without needing to replace the entire unit.
- Extended Bearing Life: Protects the bearing from contaminants and allows for proper lubrication, leading to longer service intervals.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a practical and economical way to mount bearings compared to custom housing solutions.
- Versatile Mounting: The flanged cartridge design is adaptable to a wide range of machinery and equipment layouts.
