Overview
The Dodge 043556 bearing seal is a labyrinth-type Triple-Tect seal ring engineered to prevent lubricant leakage and protect bearings from contamination in industrial motion control applications. With a 4-15/16 inch inside diameter and stainless metal construction, this seal assembly delivers reliable performance in both standard and harsh operating environments. Dodge Industrial, an RBC Bearings company, manufactures this seal as part of their comprehensive mounted bearing and seal solutions portfolio.
Key Features
- Labyrinth seal design provides non-contact sealing with minimal friction loss
- Triple-Tect technology offers multi-stage contamination protection
- Stainless metal construction resists corrosion and extends service life
- 4-15/16 inch inside diameter (ID) fits standard Dodge pillow block housings
- Factory-engineered for quick installation without special tools
- Complementary to pre-assembled, pre-lubricated Dodge mounted bearing units
Technical Specifications
- Seal Type: Labyrinth with Triple-Tect technology
- Inside Diameter (ID): 4-15/16 inches (4.9375 inches)
- Material: Stainless Metal
- Manufacturer: Dodge Industrial (RBC Bearings)
- Part Number: 043556
- Design: Non-contact labyrinth seal
Typical Applications
The Dodge 043556 seal ring is commonly used in:
- Pillow block mounted bearing assemblies
- Industrial motors and gearboxes requiring sealed bearing protection
- Food processing and washing equipment where spray and moisture exposure is common
- Outdoor machinery and equipment subject to rain and environmental contaminants
- High-speed spindle bearings in machine tools
- Conveyor systems and belt-driven equipment
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Dodge USAF, USN, and SAF-XT pillow block housings with open-end design
- Mounted bearing assemblies using 4-15/16 in shaft diameter
- Standard Dodge bearing seal groove configurations
- Field-convertible expansion and non-expansion bearing systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. Contact Dodge Industrial technical support for cross-reference information on equivalent seal models from competing manufacturers.
Works With
- Dodge Double Interlock tapered roller bearings
- Dodge EXL tapered roller bearing units
- Standard shaft mounting applications requiring labyrinth sealing
- Dodge E-Tect and Triple-Tect seal ecosystems
