NSK UKTX08D1;HS2308X take-up bearing

NSK UKTX08D1;HS2308X is a reference of take-up bearing, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for UKTX08D1;HS2308X via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.

The UKTX take-up bearing housing with NSK insert bearing is a mounted unit ready to install in belt drive systems. It combines an insert bearing with a take-up housing that allows tension adjustment and maintains alignment. It is used in equipment where it is necessary to compensate for belt stretch or modify the belt path. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line with technical advice to select the right unit according to shaft diameter and mounting type.

The UKTX series is identified by the prefix UKTX followed by a two-digit number indicating the shaft diameter in inches or its metric equivalent. The D1 suffix indicates design variants of the housing, such as the sealing type or flange configuration. In the examples UKTX08D1, UKTX09D1 and UKTX13D1, the central number defines the shaft: 08 for 1/2 inch, 09 for 9/16 and 13 for 13/16, approximately. The designation HS2308X, HS2309X and HS2313X corresponds to the associated insert bearing, which shares the shaft diameter and mounts in the housing. Knowing these codes allows you to order the complete unit or the replacement insert.

These take-up housings are used in conveyors, transmission belts, agricultural machinery, packaging equipment and production lines where belt tension must be maintained. In Argentina, they are common in the food, cement, mining industries and in aggregate processing plants. They also appear in fans, compressors and pumps that use belt drives. Their function is to absorb length variations and prevent the belt from slipping or coming off the pulleys, extending the system's service life.

To select the correct unit, consider the shaft diameter, the type of attachment to the frame and the adjustment range you need. Verify that the insert bearing has the appropriate sealing for the environment: if there is dust, water or chemical agents, choose seals with greater protection. During mounting, align the housing with the drive pulley and adjust the tension following the belt manufacturer's recommendations. Lubricate the insert as applicable and periodically check the clearance and seal wear to avoid premature failures.

Insert bearings and take-up housings from different brands can be interchanged if the main dimensions match: shaft diameter, distance between mounting centers and overall height. The UKTX and HS series are equivalent to other manufacturer nomenclatures that use similar codes, but it is always advisable to verify the actual measurements before replacing. If you have another brand's code, we can help you find the compatible unit. Interchangeability depends not only on the code, but also on the sealing type and working conditions.