SEALMASTER VPLE-218 pillow block bearing
- Brand
- SEALMASTER
- Category
- Bearing housings
- Subcategory
- Y-bearing unit
- Series
- VPLE 200
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Description
SEALMASTER VPLE-218 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 VPLE-218 and any equivalents.
SEALMASTER VPLE units are mounted pillow blocks that carry an insert bearing, built for rotating shafts in power transmission systems. They suit equipment where a low-profile, easy-to-install assembly with dependable radial capacity is needed, such as conveyors, fans, mixers and farm machinery. MR Industrial Accessories LLC quotes these units from the part number you provide.
Read the code from left to right. VPLE identifies the pillow block family that takes an insert bearing. The digits after the hyphen track shaft size, so VPLE-108, VPLE-110 and VPLE-112 step up through larger diameters. Any letter suffixes in the catalog point to differences in sealing, locking method or housing material. Match the number to your shaft diameter and locking style to confirm the right unit.
You will find these blocks in food, beverage and packaging lines where washdown and fast changeover matter, as well as in grain handling, bucket elevators, belt conveyors and milling operations. Metallurgical and plastics plants use them on fans, exhausters and mixers. In agriculture they appear on seeders, combine harvesters and screw conveyors. The housing mounts the shaft to a flat base and tolerates minor misalignment, which keeps maintenance practical in the field.
Before ordering, confirm three things: shaft diameter, insert locking type (set screw, eccentric or adapter) and the sealing needed for the environment, whether dust, water or washdown. The block must sit on a rigid, aligned surface; a soft base speeds up wear. Lubricate the insert with a compatible grease and avoid overfilling. When mounting, tighten the locking screws evenly and check that the shaft turns freely. If vibration appears, inspect alignment and the insert's condition.
SEALMASTER VPLE pillow blocks can interchange with other brands that share the same diameter and locking nomenclature. For a quote, send the complete part number and shaft dimensions so the right equivalent can be identified. MR Industrial Accessories LLC supplies SEALMASTER and can suggest a compatible alternative when another configuration is needed. Interchangeability hinges on diameter, insert type and the distance between base holes.
If you have VPLE-108, VPLE-110 or another number in the series, message us on WhatsApp and we will quote it promptly. We can also help you select the sealing or locking arrangement that fits your equipment.
Dimensions
- Bore
- 1 1/8 in
Frequently asked questions
- What does the number in a VPLE-110 pillow block mean?
- The last number tells you the shaft size the insert accepts. In the VPLE series, a higher number means a larger diameter. Send the complete part number and your shaft size to confirm the exact equivalent.
- How do I know if a VPLE replaces another brand's pillow block?
- Check the shaft diameter, the insert locking type and the distance between the base holes. If those match, interchangeability is possible. Send us the part number and dimensions and we will point you to the compatible alternative.
- What lubrication does a VPLE pillow block require?
- The insert takes general-purpose bearing grease. Apply the right amount for its size and operating speed, and avoid excess. In dusty or wet areas, choose a grease with better washout resistance.