Product Overview: The FL 212 Two-Bolt Oval Flange Housing
The FL 212 is a robust two-bolt oval flange housing unit, designed to provide secure and reliable support for rotating shafts in a wide variety of industrial applications. As a key component in our Bearing Housing collection, this unit is specifically engineered to be paired with a UC 212 insert bearing, making it suitable for shafts with a 60mm diameter. Its cast iron construction ensures high strength and durability, capable of withstanding significant loads and harsh operating conditions.
Part of the versatile FL Series and the more specific FL 200 Series, the FL 212's oval shape is particularly advantageous in applications where mounting space is limited. The unit includes a pre-installed grease nipple, allowing for easy relubrication to extend the service life of the insert bearing and maintain optimal performance. This housing is an essential solution for creating a simple, effective, and easily serviceable mounted bearing assembly.
Key Features of the FL 212 Housing
- Two-Bolt Mounting: Features an oval flange with two bolt holes for straightforward and secure mounting onto machine frames or surfaces.
- Durable Cast Iron Construction: Manufactured from high-grade cast iron for excellent strength, rigidity, and vibration damping.
- Relubrication Capability: Equipped with a grease nipple (zerk fitting) to facilitate periodic maintenance and lubrication of the insert bearing.
- Compatibility: Designed specifically for use with UC 212 series insert ball bearings, accommodating a 60mm shaft.
- Compact Design: The oval shape is ideal for installations where space is a constraint compared to square flange units.
- Interchangeable: Manufactured to industry-standard dimensions, making it interchangeable with other major brands' equivalent units.
Common Applications of FL 212 Flange Units
- Conveyor Systems: Widely used to support conveyor rollers and drive shafts, providing a stable and easily mounted solution.
- Agricultural Machinery: Found in equipment such as harvesters, seeders, and spreaders where robust shaft support is critical.
- Food and Beverage Processing: Suitable for use in food processing lines, packaging machinery, and bottling plants.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides rigid support for fan shafts, ensuring smooth and reliable operation in HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Textile Machinery: Used in looms, spinning frames, and other textile equipment to support rotating components.
- Packaging Equipment: Essential for the reliable operation of wrapping machines, cartoners, and palletizers.
- Construction Equipment: Applied in light-duty construction machinery for supporting various rotating shafts.
Benefits of Using the FL 212 Housing
- Simplified Installation: The two-bolt design allows for quick and easy mounting, reducing assembly time and labor costs.
- Enhanced Machine Reliability: Provides a secure and rigid housing that protects the bearing and maintains proper shaft alignment, reducing wear and tear.
- Extended Bearing Life: The ability to relubricate the insert bearing helps to flush out contaminants and replenish grease, significantly extending its operational life.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offers a practical and economical way to implement a mounted bearing system compared to more complex custom arrangements.
- Versatility: Can be used in a multitude of industrial environments and applications, offering a standardized solution for shaft support.
- Reduced Downtime: The ease of replacing the insert bearing within the housing simplifies maintenance and minimizes equipment downtime.
