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Pillow block bearing NTN UCPL-21⁄2M
- Manufacturer Part Number
- UCPL-21⁄2M
- Brand
- NTNOfficial distributor
- Category
- Bearing housings
- Subcategory
- Y-bearing unit
- Series
- UCPL
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Description
NTN UCPL-21⁄2M is a pillow block bearing reference, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for UCPL-21⁄2M via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with lead time and equivalents.
The UCPL pillow block with NTN insert bearing is a pillow block assembly with mounted bearing, designed for inch shafts. It is used to support rotating shafts in equipment where simple mounting and good sealing against contaminants are required. Its cast iron housing and sealed insert make it suitable for environments with dust and moderate humidity. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line for industrial applications in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
The UCPL designation reads as a pillow block with insert bearing. The letters UCP indicate a pillow block unit, and the final L indicates a mounting variant with a greater distance between holes. Codes such as UCPL-17⁄8M or UCPL-21⁄2M combine the series with the shaft diameter in inches and fractions; the final M refers to the metric thread of the insert's locking screws. Thus, the numeric suffix tells you what shaft size the assembly is intended for.
These pillow blocks are chosen for transmission lines, conveyors, belts, mixers and process equipment. In Argentina you will find them in food plants, cement plants, tanneries and metalworking shops, where the shaft rotates at moderate speeds and a robust, easily replaceable support is sought. They are also used in agricultural machinery and industrial ventilation systems, provided the environment has dust or humidity and reliable sealing is required.
To select the pillow block, check the shaft diameter in inches and the type of load: predominantly radial or combined. The insert comes with labyrinth or contact seals that retain grease and slow the entry of particles. During mounting, align the base holes with the structure, tighten the screws and check that the shaft turns without effort. The insert is lubricated through the grease fitting; follow the frequency according to the environment and working speed.
NTN UCPL pillow blocks are interchangeable with other brands that use the same nomenclature and inch shaft dimensions. If you have another brand's code, we can indicate the compatible equivalent. Interchangeability depends on the series and the shaft diameter, not only on the code. Therefore, when inquiring, send us the complete code or the shaft size and the distance between holes if you have it.
If you need a UCPL pillow block with insert bearing for your equipment, write to us on WhatsApp with the code or shaft size you are looking for. At MR Accesorios Industriales we will quote the exact reference and advise you so that the mounting is properly aligned and lubricated. More than 80 years supporting Argentine industry with power transmission components and bearings.
This description provides guidance on the product type. Check the configuration and dimensions of this reference.
Dimensions
- Eje o agujero
- 2-1/2 in
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the final M mean in UCPL codes?
- The M indicates that the insert has metric thread on the locking screws. It is a mounting variant that coexists with other threads; that is why it is best to send the complete code when requesting a quote.
- How do I choose the UCPL pillow block for my shaft?
- Measure the shaft diameter in inches and check the distance between the base holes. With that data and the type of load, we will indicate the UCPL code that corresponds to your application.
- Are NTN UCPL pillow blocks interchangeable with other brands?
- Yes, in general they are interchangeable if the series, the inch shaft diameter and the mounting dimensions match. If you bring another brand's code, we will give you the compatible equivalent.

