DODGE TB-DL-30M pillow block bearing

DODGE TB-DL-30M is a reference of pillow block bearing, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for TB-DL-30M via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.

The TB-DL pillow block with D-Lok insert bearing is a mounted bearing unit: the unit combines a split cast iron housing with an insert ball bearing, already aligned and ready to mount onto the structure. It is used to support rotating shafts in equipment where firm support and simple mounting are required, with the option to adjust the insert on the shaft without additional machining. The DODGE D-Lok series covers shafts from 20 to 50 mm depending on the model.

The TB-DL designation is read in parts: TB identifies the split pillow block, DL corresponds to the insert of the D-Lok series, and the final number indicates the shaft diameter in millimeters. Thus, TB-DL-20M is for a 20 mm shaft, TB-DL-30M for 30 mm, and TB-DL-50M for 50 mm. The M suffix indicates the metric variant of the series. The seven available models range from 20 to 50 mm, always following the same code logic.

These pillow blocks appear in belt conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers, screens, packaging lines, and process equipment in food, chemical, and bulk material plants. In Argentina they are found in sugar mills, meatpacking plants, feed mills, and logistics warehouses, where the pillow block mounting simplifies anchoring to sheet metal frames or profiles. The split housing allows the shaft to be removed without moving the structure, which is useful in scheduled maintenance.

To select the model, start with the shaft diameter and verify the radial and axial load the application supports. The D-Lok insert is secured to the shaft with an eccentric collar that simplifies adjustment and removal. Check the alignment of the pillow blocks with each other: angular or parallel misalignment accelerates wear on the seal and the insert. Factory lubrication is usually enough for startup, but in dusty, humid, or washdown environments it is advisable to define a relubrication plan and choose the appropriate sealing.

Regarding interchangeability, pillow blocks with inserts are compared by shaft diameter, locking type, and housing configuration. Brands such as SKF, NTN, Timken, or FYH offer equivalent units, but the mounting and collar may vary. Before replacing, compare the diameter, the locking system, and the distance between mounting holes. At MR Accesorios Industriales we will indicate the compatible alternative.

To request a quote, send us via WhatsApp the complete code shown on the equipment or on the nameplate: for example, TB-DL-35M. With that information we will send you the quote and, if you need several units or a combination with other power transmission components, we can also handle it. MR Accesorios Industriales sells DODGE.