SKF
Housing Accessories
Housing accessories from SKF include a full range of components that complement bearing housings, enhancing their functionality, sealing, and bearing security. The line includes locating rings (FRB) that axially locate bearings within housings, end covers to seal the housing open end, stabilising rings, labyrinth and V-ring seals, oil sight glasses, drain plugs, relief valves for oil-lubricated housings, cooling coils, and mounting bolts. Using genuine SKF accessories ensures proper fit and material compatibility, avoiding issues such as leaks, thermal expansion mismatch, or seal failure. They are essential for completing the bearing arrangement, optimising lubrication, and maintaining a contamination-free environment. SKF’s catalogue lists the correct accessory for each housing series and size, simplifying commissioning and spares ordering.
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Genuine Compatibility
Designed to match exact SKF housing dimensions and tolerances.
Comprehensive Catalogue
All required components from one supplier.
Locating Rings for Axial Fixation
FRB rings set the bearing’s axial position accurately.
Sealing Upgrades
Upgrade seals to suit changing environmental conditions.
Oil System Accessories
Sight glasses, breathers, and magnetic plugs for effective oil management.
Cooling Solutions
Water-cooled coil inserts for thermal control in high-speed applications.
Locating Rings: FRB Series for Axial Bearing Location
FRB rings snap into housing grooves and contact the bearing outer ring face to prevent axial movement. They are available in multiple thicknesses to adjust bearing position. Correct selection is critical to allow thermal expansion on the non-locating end while fixing the locating bearing.
Converting a Housing from Grease to Oil Lubrication
Using genuine SKF oil sight glass, drain plug, and breather kit, a grease-lubricated SNL housing can often be converted for oil lubrication. This upgrade is common when fan speeds increase beyond grease limits, and SKF’s pre-engineered kits simplify the modification.