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Cast Steel Bearing Housings – Precision Machined for Heavy-Duty Applications
  • Cast Steel Bearing Housings – Precision Machined for Heavy-Duty Applications
  • Cast Steel Bearing Housings – Precision Machined for Heavy-Duty Applications

Cast Steel Bearing Housings – Precision Machined for Heavy-Duty Applications

Our high-quality cast steel bearing housings are designed for extreme loads and precision performance in demanding industrial applications. Made from ASTM A216 WCB cast steel and optionally other premium grades, these housings ensure high durability, reliability, and accuracy.Available in bore sizes from Ø50 mm to Ø1500 mm (1.969–59.055 in), outer diameters from 100 mm to 2000 mm, and widths from 50 mm to 500 mm, including the heavy-duty standard Ø500 mm bore × 700 mm OD × 200 mm width (19.685 × 27.559 × 7.874 in). Ideal for mining, wind turbines, pumps, conveyors, and large-scale industrial machinery.

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Key Features

·Heavy-Duty Strength: ASTM A216 WCB (yield ~250 N/mm²) supports extreme loads.
·Precision Machining: Bore tolerances ±0.05 mm ensure perfect bearing fit.
·Corrosion Resistance: Optional painting, galvanizing, or oil coating.
·Large Size Range: Bore sizes up to Ø1500 mm (59.055 in) for massive bearings.
·Durable Design: Cast steel construction for long-term reliability.
·Customizable Options: Tailored dimensions and finishes for specific applications.

 Common Steel Grades

Steel Grade

Type

Yield Strength (N/mm²)

Tensile Strength (N/mm²)

Elongation (%)

Key Applications

Notes

ASTM A216 WCB

Cast Carbon Steel

~250

485–655

22

Standard & heavy-duty industrial machinery, mining, wind turbines

Most widely used; excellent machinability

ASTM A487 4Q

High-Strength Cast Steel

~485

655–895

15–20

Extreme-duty applications, large equipment

Superior strength for very high loads

ASTM A217 WC9

Cr-Mo Alloy Steel

~275

485–655

18

High-temperature applications, turbines, heavy machinery

Excellent thermal stability

AISI 304 (EN 1.4301)

Stainless Steel

~205

515–690

40

Corrosion-resistant environments, food, marine

Ideal for wet or chemically aggressive environments

ASTM A36

Structural Carbon Steel

~250

400–550

20

Standard machinery, smaller industrial applications

Cost-effective option for lighter loads

 

Typical Sizes & Dimensions

Bore Diameter (ID)

Outer Diameter (OD)

Width

Notes

Ø50 mm

120 mm

50 mm

Small machinery

Ø200 mm

400 mm

120 mm

Medium machinery

Ø500 mm

700 mm

200 mm

Heavy-duty industrial

Ø1000 mm

1400 mm

350 mm

Large equipment

Ø1500 mm

2000 mm

500 mm

Extreme-duty applications

Load Capacity: Up to 50,000 kg (110,231 lb) dynamic, depending on bearing type.
Tolerances: Bore ±0.05 mm for Ø50–500 mm; ±0.1 mm for >500–1500 mm. OD/Width ±0.5 mm for Ø50–500 mm; ±1 mm for >500–1500 mm. Surface finish Ra ≤ 1.6 µm.

Manufacturing Process

1. Casting: Sand or investment casting forms robust housings.
2. Precision Machining: CNC machining achieves bore ±0.05 mm and tight dimensional accuracy.
3. Heat Treatment: Normalized or annealed to enhance strength and toughness.
4. Surface Finishing: Painted, galvanized, or oiled for corrosion resistance.
5. Quality Testing: Dimensional checks, hardness testing, and ultrasonic inspections.

 Applications

·Mining: Conveyor systems, crushers, and material handling (WCB, A487 4Q).
·Wind Turbines: Main shaft and gearbox housings (WCB, WC9).
·Heavy Machinery: Pumps, turbines, and industrial equipment (WCB, Ø500 mm bore).
·Corrosive Environments: Food processing or marine applications (AISI 304).
·Standard Applications: Smaller machinery and automotive (A36).
·Secondary Applications: Structural mounts in large equipment, corrosion-resistant fittings, and other custom uses.

 Advantages

·Enhanced bearing life with precision fit.
·Reduced vibration and mechanical noise.
·High load-bearing capacity and impact resistance.
·Options for corrosion resistance in harsh environments.

 Delivery & Quality Assurance

·Delivery Conditions: Normalized or annealed.
·Surface Conditions: Painted, galvanized, or oiled.
·Compliance: ASTM A216, A487, A217, A36, and AISI standards.
·Certificates: DIN EN 10204 3.1 for chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensional accuracy.

 

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Jiangsu Suao Metal Product Co., Ltd.
Jiangsu Suao Metal Product Co., Ltd.
Suao is a professional manufacturer of high-precision cold drawn steel tubes, hydraulic tubes, and mechanical structure tubes, integrating R&D, production, inspection, and global sales. We operate two major production facilities covering over 36,000 square meters, with more than 200 employees and an annual output of 50,000+ tons, supplying customers across major industrial markets worldwide. Our integrated manufacturing capabilities include cold drawing, heat treatment, straightening, finishing, cutting, chamfering, and surface treatment. These are supported by a full range of advanced equipment for non-destructive testing, chemical analysis, and online dimensional monitoring—ensuring every tube meets stringent quality standards. We invest continuously in automation and smart manufacturing systems to enable flexible, high-mix, low-volume production. Our products are widely used in construction machinery, hydraulic systems, automotive parts, wind energy, shipbuilding, railways, and oil & gas sectors. Certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CE, and RoHS standards, Hongli is more than a manufacturer—we are a trusted long-term partner for global industrial clients.
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