To take the hassle out of mounting tapered-bore bearings to cylindrical shafts, pick this nifty adapter sleeve from SKF. You can use it on both smooth and stepped bodies, so it's an all-rounder that takes the strain of your rotating machinery. When working with smooth type-bearings, you can place the unit in any position to save you time and effort. On a stepped shaft where an axial position is needed, it combines with an L-shaped spacer ring that lets you quickly attach and remove it.

• Slotted design speeds up assembly as there's no need to cut mounting holes
• Comes with a lock nut and lock washer for secure installation

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• HVAC systems
• Railways

To mount your tapered bore bearing to a shaft, first set this adapter sleeve and the bearing on the shaft. Attach the lock nut and check the level of clearance between the bearing and sleeve with feeler gauges. Use a hook spanner to tighten the bearing, then remove the lock nut and fix the lock washer. Slot the tabs of the washer into the grooves of the lock nut to achieve a firm fit.

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