UCT317-52 3-1/4 in (82.6 mm) Heavy Set-Screw Take-Up Bearing Unit, Single Cast Iron Housing, Sealed Ball Bearing Insert, Set-Screw Locking, Relubricatable, Wide-Slot for Conveyors and Equipment

Single 3-1/4 in (82.6 mm) heavy set-screw take-up bearing
✔️ Cast iron housing; sealed ball insert; set-screw locking; relube

The UCT317-52 is a single take-up bearing unit used for shaft support and tensioning in conveyors, agricultural gear, and light construction gear where easy adjustment matters.

✅ Model UCT317-52, single unit, fits 3-1/4 in (82.6 mm) I.D.
✅ Housing: cast iron for rugged support and long life
✅ Insert: sealed ball bearing, bearing steel insert, relubrication allowed
✅ Locking: set screw type for quick mounting and alignment
✅ Seal: contact seal with slinger to keep contaminants out
✅ Type: wide-slot take-up designed for conveyor tensioning
✅ Max temp rating: 212 F (100 C); HTS: 8483.20.40.40; approx weight 43 lb (19.5 kg)

💡 What is a heavy set-screw take-up bearing unit used for in conveyor tensioning and shaft alignment?

Take-up bearing units are handy for maintaining belt tension and keeping shafts aligned without complex gear changes.

- Provides adjustable shaft positioning and preload for belts, chains, and linear slide units, improving tracking and life span.
- Uses a sealed ball bearing insert for low friction and protection from dirt, ideal in dusty agricultural settings.
- Set-screw locking lets techs quickly lock shafts on pillow block style mounts, reducing downtime and easing maintenance.