Product Overview: The FL 208 Two-Bolt Oval Flange Housing
The FL 208 is a robust and reliable two-bolt oval flange housing unit, an essential component in our Bearing Housing collection. As part of the FL 200 Series, this unit is specifically designed for mounting bearings on flat surfaces, particularly where space is limited and a four-bolt flange is not feasible. Its durable cast iron construction ensures stability and longevity in various industrial environments. The FL 208 is engineered to be paired with a 40mm shaft diameter insert bearing, such as the widely used UC 208.
This housing unit features a spherical bearing seat that accommodates initial misalignment, simplifying installation and reducing stress on the shaft. Equipped with a grease nipple, it allows for convenient relubrication, extending the service life of the bearing. Our FL 208 housing provides a secure and compact mounting solution for a wide range of machinery. Explore our complete selection of FL Series housings to find the perfect fit for your application.
Key Features of the FL 208 Housing
- Two-Bolt Oval Design: Offers a compact mounting footprint, ideal for applications with space constraints.
- Cast Iron Construction: Provides high strength, rigidity, and excellent vibration damping for stable operation.
- Relubrication Facility: Includes a grease nipple for easy and periodic maintenance, ensuring optimal bearing performance.
- Self-Aligning Capability: The spherical inner surface allows the paired insert bearing to self-align, compensating for initial mounting errors.
- Secure Shaft Support: Designed to securely hold an insert bearing, providing reliable support for rotating shafts.
- Standardized Dimensions: Manufactured to industry standards for interchangeability with other brands.
Common Applications
- Conveyor Systems: Widely used to support rollers and shafts in material handling equipment.
- Agricultural Machinery: Ideal for implements like spreaders, harvesters, and balers that require robust bearing support.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Suitable for processing lines, packaging machines, and bottling equipment.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides stable mounting for fan shafts in ventilation and air-handling systems.
- Textile Machinery: Ensures smooth operation of rollers and shafts in weaving and spinning machines.
- Construction Equipment: Used in light-duty construction machinery for reliable shaft support.
- Packaging Machines: Offers a compact and secure mounting solution for various automated packaging systems.
Benefits of Using the FL 208 Housing
- Simplified Installation: The two-bolt design and self-aligning feature make mounting quick and straightforward.
- Space-Efficient Mounting: Its oval shape is perfect for applications where mounting space is restricted.
- Extended Bearing Life: Proper support and the ability to relubricate help maximize the operational life of the insert bearing.
- Enhanced Machine Reliability: Reduces vibration and maintains shaft alignment, leading to fewer breakdowns and improved performance.
- Cost-Effective Solution: An economical choice for providing dependable bearing support without compromising on quality.
- Versatile Use: Compatible with various types of insert bearings (e.g., UC, UK series) for flexibility in different applications.
