Product page
Y-bearing unit SKF UCP 207-23
- Manufacturer Part Number
- UCP 207-23
- Brand
- SKFOfficial brand
- Category
- Bearing housings
- Subcategory
- Y-bearing unit
Other brands in this family
- EMMAR
- FAG
- NTN
- TIMKEN
Ask us about alternatives. Equivalence is verified for each reference and application.
![]()
We respond promptly.
Request your quote via WhatsApp or email, with the quantity and time frame you need.
Can't find the exact model? Write to us with the part number or model you're looking for: we'll find it and quote it, even if it's not listed in the catalog.
Description
SKF UCP 207-23 is a y-bearing unit reference, within Bearing housings. Request a quote for UCP 207-23 via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with lead time and equivalents.
The SKF Y-bearing housing with insert bearing of the UCP series is an assembly made up of an insert bearing with spherical outer ring and a cast iron housing with flat base and two mounting holes. It is used to mount rotating shafts on welded or bolted structures, with self-alignment that compensates for small mounting errors. It is a practical solution for belt, chain or coupling drives in industrial equipment.
The UCP designation reads as a Y-bearing housing with insert bearing: the U indicates the complete unit, the C the housing type with cast iron base and the P the bolt-on mounting variant. The number that follows, as in UCP 204 or UCP 208, identifies the size of the insert bearing and defines the main dimensions of the assembly. When a hyphenated suffix appears, for example UCP 205-16 or UCP 206-19, the additional number indicates the shaft diameter in sixteenths of an inch, an option for shafts in imperial measurement.
In Argentine industry, UCP housings are found in belt conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers, mills, screens and packaging lines. They are also used in pumping, ventilation and belt drive equipment, where mounting on metal structures requires a compact and easy-to-install unit. As a standard component, it allows insert bearings to be replaced without modifying the housing, which simplifies maintenance in food, cement, mining and chemical plants.
To select a UCP housing, take into account the shaft diameter, the type of load (radial, axial or combined) and the environmental conditions. The insert bearing comes factory-lubricated and protected with seals that retain grease and block contaminants; in dusty or humid environments, it is advisable to verify the sealing type and plan a periodic lubrication schedule. Mounting requires the base to rest on a flat, rigid surface, with the bolts tightened evenly so as not to deform the housing. The self-alignment of the insert absorbs small angular deviations, but does not replace correct leveling.
Y-bearing housings with insert bearing are interchangeable between manufacturers when the main dimensions and shaft diameter match. The SKF UCP series can be replaced by equivalent units from other brands that follow the same mounting standard, although tolerances and sealing may vary. To ensure compatibility, it is advisable to compare the housing dimensions, the hole positions and the insert mounting type. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line as an official brand, with technical advice to choose the right unit.
If you need a Y-bearing housing with insert bearing for your equipment, send us the full part number via WhatsApp. At MR Accesorios Industriales we help you identify the correct unit according to the shaft diameter and mounting type. With more than 80 years in the business, we answer technical inquiries and quote the UCP series and its alternatives.
This description provides guidance on the product type. Check the configuration and dimensions of this reference.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Send us the part number via WhatsApp and we'll confirm dimensions, sealing, and internal clearance against the manufacturer's data sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the hyphenated suffix mean in a UCP part number?
- The hyphenated suffix, as in UCP 205-16, indicates the shaft diameter in sixteenths of an inch. In that example, 16/16 equals 1 inch. It is a variant for shafts in imperial measurement, while the number without a hyphen corresponds to the metric measurement.
- How do you choose between a UCP housing and another type of housing?
- The choice depends on the available space and the mounting type. The UCP has a flat base with two holes, ideal for mounting on structures. Other housings, such as flanged or take-up types, are used when the shaft arrangement requires a different geometry.
- Are SKF insert bearings interchangeable with other brands?
- Yes, they are generally interchangeable if the main dimensions and shaft diameter match. However, sealing and tolerances may vary. For a safe replacement, compare the housing dimensions and check with us for the exact part number.

