SKF SYWK 50 LTHR y-bearing unit
- Brand
- SKF
- Category
- Bearing housings
- Subcategory
- Y-bearing unit
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Since 1945 · Martínez, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Description
SKF SYWK 50 LTHR is a reference of y-bearing unit, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for SYWK 50 LTHR via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.
The SKF SYWK LTHR series Y-bearing housed unit is an assembled unit that combines an insert bearing with a cast iron housing, ready to mount on shafts and structures. It is used to guide and support rotating shafts in power transmission equipment, especially where there is dust, moisture or frequent washdowns. MR Accesorios Industriales supplies this line as a brand, with technical advice to choose the right configuration for your application.
The SYWK LTHR designation is read in parts: SYWK identifies the category of Y-bearing housed units with insert bearing and screw locking, LTHR indicates an execution with special sealing and high weather resistance. The number between the two letters corresponds to the shaft diameter, as in the example SYWK 50 LTHR, where 50 indicates the nominal diameter in millimeters. This nomenclature lets you order the exact replacement without ambiguity.
These housed units are used in belt conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers, mills, centrifugal pumps and process equipment in food, chemical and water treatment plants. In Argentina they are common in the oilseed, meatpacking and mining industries, where high-pressure water washdown or dust exposure demands reliable sealing. They also appear in road and agricultural machinery operating outdoors.
To select the housed unit, check the shaft diameter and the type of mounting your structure accepts. The LTHR series incorporates seals that retain grease and block the entry of contaminants; if the environment is very humid, it is advisable to check the condition of the lips and renew lubrication periodically. During mounting, align the housing with the shaft and tighten the locking screws without forcing, to avoid preloads that shorten bearing life.
Y-bearing housed units are interchangeable between manufacturers that follow the same mounting dimensions and shaft diameters. If you need to replace an existing unit, compare the housing height, the distance between holes and the insert locking system. In many cases, a housing from another brand with the same dimensional designation can be mounted without modifications, although sealing and lubrication may vary between lines.
If you have the full part number of your housed unit, send it by WhatsApp to MR Accesorios Industriales and we will quote the part or its equivalent. We can also help you identify the series if you only have a photo or the shaft and housing measurements. At MR Accesorios Industriales we know the typical applications and guide you to choose the right option.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Send us the part number via WhatsApp and we'll confirm the dimensions and version against the manufacturer's data sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the number in the SYWK 50 LTHR designation mean?
- The number 50 indicates the nominal shaft diameter in millimeters. The letters SYWK correspond to the type of Y-bearing housed unit with insert bearing and screw locking, while LTHR indicates an execution with reinforced sealing for dusty or humid environments.
- Is this housed unit suitable for environments with frequent washdowns?
- Yes, the LTHR series is designed for applications where there is exposure to water, dust or cleaning agents. The sealing helps retain lubrication and prevent the entry of contaminants. Still, it is advisable to periodically check the condition of the seals and renew the grease according to the maintenance plan.
- Can I replace a housed unit from another brand with this SKF one?
- In general yes, as long as the mounting dimensions match: shaft diameter, housing height, distance between holes and locking system. Interchangeability between brands is common in this product category. Send us the measurements or the original part number and we will confirm the equivalence.