PEER UCP217-85mm pillow block bearing

PEER UCP217-85mm is a reference of pillow block bearing, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for UCP217-85mm via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.

The UCP pillow block with PEER insert bearing is a foot-mounted unit that combines an insert ball bearing with a cast housing, ready to mount on a base. It is used to support shafts in power transmissions, conveyors, agitators and industrial equipment where simple alignment and permanent lubrication are required. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with more than 80 years of experience in the field.

The UCP designation identifies the series of pillow blocks with insert bearing. The number that follows — for example UCP201, UCP205 or UCP208 — is related to the shaft diameter and the size of the unit. Hyphenated suffixes, such as -12mm, -15mm or -20mm, indicate the exact shaft size in millimeters for that reference. Thus, UCP201-12mm corresponds to a 12 mm shaft, UCP202-15mm to 15 mm and UCP203-17mm to 17 mm. This nomenclature makes it possible to quickly identify the right unit according to the shaft diameter.

These pillow blocks are used in a wide variety of industrial applications in Argentina: belt conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers, agitators, fans, pumps and agricultural machinery. Their foot-mounted design makes mounting on steel or concrete structures easy, and the insert bearing accommodates slight misalignment. They are common in food plants, cement plants, tanneries and metalworking shops, where a robust unit with simple maintenance is required.

To correctly select a UCP pillow block, take into account the shaft diameter, the radial and axial load, and the environmental conditions. The insert bearing usually comes lubricated and with seals that retain grease and block contaminants. During mounting, check that the base is well supported and aligned; tighten the fastening screws evenly. If the equipment operates with vibrations, periodically check the clearance and the condition of the seals. Lubrication can be renewed through the nipple, depending on the type of insert.

As for equivalences, UCP units from different brands usually share standardized dimensions, which allows them to be interchanged in many cases. If you need to replace an existing unit, the most practical approach is to identify the code engraved on the housing or measure the shaft diameter and the distance between the base holes. With that data, at MR Accesorios Industriales we quote you the equivalent PEER reference or the compatible alternative that best fits your equipment.

If you have the part number of the pillow block you need, send it by WhatsApp to MR Accesorios Industriales and we will quote it promptly. We can also advise you if you are assembling a new transmission or if you need to replace a worn unit. We work with the PEER line and other brands to cover the maintenance and installation needs of Argentine industry.