DODGE WSTU-DLEZ-104S-PCR take-up bearing

DODGE WSTU-DLEZ-104S-PCR belongs to take-up 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 WSTU-DLEZ-104S-PCR and any equivalents.

Belt and chain drives that need periodic tensioning often rely on a DODGE DLEZ take-up bracket. This mounted unit pairs a cast iron housing with an insert ball bearing, so the take-up travel can be adjusted while the equipment stays assembled. The cast housing suits plants where dust, humidity or steady loads are part of daily operation.

Reading the code helps when you order a replacement. In a reference such as WSTU-DLEZ-104S-PCR, the WSTU block tells you it is a take-up bracket with insert bearing, DLEZ names the housing and bearing series, and the digits that follow, 104, point to the nominal shaft size. The S stands for the sealing type and PCR for a locking or insert finish variant. Break the code into these blocks and you can identify the unit without guesswork.

Typical installations include belt conveyors, bucket elevators, packaging lines and belt-driven equipment. Tension has to stay within range to keep the drive aligned and to limit wear, which is why these brackets appear in material handling systems and in continuous process machinery exposed to vibration.

Selection comes down to three things: shaft diameter, the nature of the load (radial, axial or combined) and the working environment. The S seal keeps dust and moisture out; where washdowns or liquid contact are routine, confirm that the insert is compatible. During mounting, line the housing up with the drive and set tension without loading the bearing. Lubrication and correct internal clearance both affect how long the unit lasts.

DODGE take-up brackets can be replaced by other brands offering equivalent configurations, provided the mounting dimensions, shaft diameter and locking type line up. The code alone does not settle it: compare center height, hole spacing and the insert locking system. If you only have dimensions or the original reference, MR Industrial Accessories can point you to the compatible option.

To replace a DODGE DLEZ take-up bracket, send the complete code or the shaft and mounting dimensions by WhatsApp or email. The team replies promptly with the exact reference or a suitable alternative for your equipment, and can also help with equivalent parts and selection questions.