Product Overview: The FL 209 2-Bolt Oval Flange Housing Unit
The FL 209 is a robust and reliable two-bolt oval flange housing unit, designed to provide secure mounting for insert bearings on a 45mm shaft. As a key component in our Bearing Housing collection, this unit is part of the versatile FL 200 Series. Its durable cast iron construction ensures stability and longevity in a wide range of industrial applications. The oval, or diamond, shape of the housing is ideal for installations where mounting space is limited. It is typically paired with a UC 209 insert bearing to create a complete and easy-to-install bearing solution.
Key Features of the FL 209 Housing
- Durable Cast Iron Construction: Provides strong, rigid support and excellent vibration damping for reliable operation.
- Two-Bolt Oval Design: Allows for simple and secure mounting on machine frames and surfaces, especially in compact spaces.
- Spherical Bearing Seat: The inner surface is precision-machined to be spherical, allowing the insert bearing to self-align and compensate for initial shaft misalignment.
- Relubrication Facility: Equipped with a grease nipple, allowing for easy periodic lubrication to flush out contaminants and extend the service life of the insert bearing.
- Standardized Dimensions: Manufactured to industry-standard dimensions for direct interchangeability with other brands.
- Versatile Compatibility: Designed to accommodate various 209 series insert bearings (e.g., UC, UK, SA) for 45mm shafts.
Common Applications
The FL 209 housing unit is widely used across various industries for its simple yet effective design:
- Conveyor Systems: Provides essential support for rollers and shafts in material handling equipment.
- Agricultural Machinery: Used in implements such as harvesters, seeders, and spreaders where robust support is critical.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Suitable for mounting bearings in mixers, packaging lines, and processing equipment.
- Textile Machinery: Ensures stable operation of rollers and shafts in looms and spinning machines.
- HVAC Systems: Commonly found in large fans, blowers, and air handling units.
- Packaging Equipment: Provides reliable bearing support in automated packaging and wrapping machines.
- Industrial Machinery: A versatile solution for general-purpose machinery requiring straightforward bearing mounting.
Benefits of Using the FL 209
- Simplified Installation: The two-bolt design makes mounting quick and easy, reducing assembly time and costs.
- Enhanced Machine Reliability: Offers a stable and secure foundation for the bearing, reducing vibration and improving the overall performance of the machinery.
- Extended Bearing Life: Protects the insert bearing from external damage and allows for relubrication, leading to a longer operational lifespan.
- Cost-Effective Maintenance: In case of bearing failure, only the insert bearing needs to be replaced, not the entire housing, which simplifies maintenance and lowers costs.
- Improved Operational Safety: Securely bolts to the machine frame, ensuring the bearing stays in place during operation.
- Adaptable Mounting: The oval shape is perfect for applications where a square four-bolt flange is not feasible due to space constraints.
