Product Overview: The H 2326 Adapter Sleeve
The H 2326 is a high-quality adapter sleeve designed for mounting bearings with a tapered bore onto a 120mm cylindrical shaft. As a key component in our H 2300 Series, this sleeve simplifies the installation process, providing a secure and reliable fit for demanding industrial applications. Adapter sleeves are the most common components for locating bearings on a shaft, as they can be used on both plain and stepped shafts.
This assembly, which includes the H 2326 sleeve, a corresponding lock nut, and a lock washer, ensures that the bearing is firmly positioned axially. The split-sleeve design allows for easy mounting and dismounting without requiring special shaft machining, making it a cost-effective and versatile solution. Explore our full range of Adapter Sleeves to find the perfect mounting hardware for your machinery.
Key Features of the H 2326
- Simplified Mounting: Allows for easy installation of tapered bore bearings onto cylindrical shafts.
- Complete Assembly: Typically supplied with a high-quality lock nut (KM 26) and lock washer (MB 26) for secure fastening.
- Versatile Application: Can be used on plain shafts, eliminating the need for a shaft shoulder or other locating features.
- Facilitates Wider Tolerances: Accommodates wider tolerances for the shaft diameter compared to direct interference fits.
- High-Quality Material: Manufactured from durable steel to ensure strength and longevity under heavy loads.
- Split Design: The sleeve is slotted, allowing it to contract and grip the shaft tightly when the lock nut is tightened.
Common Applications
- Conveyor and Pulley Systems: Used to mount large bearings on long shafts where precise shoulders are impractical.
- Industrial Fans and Blowers: Provides a secure mounting solution for bearings in high-speed rotational equipment.
- Mining and Construction Machinery: Ideal for heavy-duty applications where robust and reliable bearing location is critical.
- Agricultural Equipment: Commonly found in harvesters, combines, and other machinery operating in harsh environments.
- Paper and Pulp Mills: Secures bearings on rollers and drums, facilitating easier maintenance and replacement.
- Gearboxes and Transmissions: Ensures precise and stable positioning of bearings within power transmission systems.
Benefits of Using the H 2326 Sleeve
- Cost-Effective: Reduces the need for expensive precision machining of the shaft, lowering overall manufacturing costs.
- Ease of Installation: The sleeve and nut assembly simplifies the mounting process, saving time and labor.
- Secure Bearing Positioning: Provides strong axial holding power, preventing bearing slippage on the shaft.
- Simplified Dismounting: Bearings can be easily removed by loosening the lock nut, which simplifies maintenance and replacement.
- Enhanced Shaft Life: Protects the shaft surface from wear and damage that could occur with press-fit methods.
- Increased Rigidity: Improves the overall rigidity of the bearing arrangement, leading to better operational performance.
