Overview
The Browning VPE-235 is a precision-engineered mounted ball bearing pillow block designed for industrial applications requiring positive eccentric locking. This unit features a 2-3/16″ bore (2.1875″ exact) and a cast iron housing with a two-bolt low-base configuration. The eccentric locking design incorporates a precision eccentric collar that mates with the inner ring extension for positive shaft hold without shifting or creep.
Key Features
- Eccentric Locking Collar: Precision-engineered for positive shaft hold, designed specifically to lock in the direction of rotation
- Cast Iron Housing: Durable pillow block construction with integral base design to prevent deflection under load
- Contact Seal with Flinger: Molded nitrile rubber contact seal with auxiliary flinger element for effective contaminant resistance and grease retention
- 52100 Bearing Steel: Black oxide coated inner ring for corrosion protection and extended bearing life
- Anti-Rotation Rivet: Prevents outer ring creep or rotation within the housing during operation
- Self-Aligning Design: Supports shaft misalignment of ±1.5 degrees
Technical Specifications
- Bore Diameter: 2-3/16″ (2.1875″)
- Housing Type: Cast Iron Pillow Block
- Mount Style: Two-Bolt Low Base
- Locking Type: Eccentric Collar
- Seal Type: Single Lip Contact with Flinger
- Bearing Material: 52100 Bearing Steel, Black Oxide Coated
- Operating Temperature Range: -20°F to +200°F
- Maximum Speed: 2500 rpm (typical for this series)
- Self-Alignment: ±1.5 degrees
- Expansion Type: Non-Expansion
Typical Applications
The Browning VPE-235 is well-suited for:
- Conveyor drive systems and power transmission equipment
- Agricultural and food processing machinery
- Industrial pumps and fan applications
- Machine tool spindles and precision motion control
- General industrial shaft support where positive locking is required
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard 2-3/16″ shaft diameters and accommodating bore tolerances
- Industrial conveyor and drive systems designed for pillow block mounting
- Two-bolt mounting patterns with standard center distances
- Applications requiring non-expansion bearing support
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Verify with your equipment documentation or system integrator before ordering, as replacement compatibility depends on exact bore diameter, mounting configuration, and locking mechanism requirements.
Works With
- Standard shaft couplings and drive components rated for 2-3/16″ bore connections
- Two-bolt pillow block mounting frames and baseplates
- Eccentric locking collar adjustment tools and alignment equipment
