DODGE P2B-VSCU-104S pillow block bearing

DODGE P2B-VSCU-104S belongs to pillow block bearing, part of our Bearing housings range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for P2B-VSCU-104S and any equivalents.

The DODGE VSCU pillow block is a ready-to-mount assembly that pairs a cast iron housing with a ball insert bearing. It arrives pre-aligned and pre-lubricated, so it can be bolted directly to a machine frame or structure using two bolts. This unit is designed to support rotating shafts in conveyors, belts, fans, and other process equipment where a solid base is needed and minor misalignment must be tolerated.

The VSCU series code breaks down into distinct parts. The letter P stands for pillow block. The following digit gives the housing size. The letter B denotes the base mounting style. VSCU identifies the insert bearing family, including its sealing and locking method. A suffix like 104S in P2B-VSCU-104S specifies the shaft diameter and insert variant, so the full unit is uniquely identified.

These mounted units appear in food and beverage processing, cement production, paper mills, water treatment, and packaging operations. They are common on belt conveyors, bucket elevators, mixers, and blowers, especially where dust, moisture, or washdowns are present. The cast iron housing resists weather, while the insert bearing carries the radial load typical of horizontal shafts supported at two points.

When choosing a unit, consider shaft diameter, radial and axial loads, and the sealing required by the environment. VSCU inserts include seals that keep grease in and contaminants out. In washdown areas, check whether extra protection is needed. For installation, place the base on a flat, clean surface, tighten the mounting bolts, and verify alignment with the opposite support. Replenish lubrication according to the duty cycle.

Mounted units from different makers can often be swapped if shaft diameter, center height, and mounting hole spacing match. Ball insert pillow blocks from various brands typically share those dimensions, though locking systems and seals differ. To replace an existing unit, provide the complete part number and key dimensions so we can suggest a compatible alternative.

MR Industrial Accessories supplies the DODGE line of pillow blocks and mounted bearings, and also manufactures split plummer block housings, ANSI roller chains, and sheaves. Send the part number of the unit you need via WhatsApp or email for a prompt quote. We can also help you select the sealing or locking variant that fits your equipment.