Dowel-aligned surfaces
Supports correct cap-and-base alignment.
SNH housing range
SNH Series Bearing Housings
Strengthened horizontally split housings incorporating positive cap-and-base alignment and a broad range of sealing arrangements.
Construction
Horizontally split
Alignment
Dowel-located cap and base
Geometry
Strengthened housing
Sealing
Multiple shaft-sealing options
Overview
Built for dependable assembly.
SNH housings use dowel locations across the mating surfaces to support correct cap-and-base alignment. The housing halves form a matched assembly and should be treated as such during maintenance and replacement.
Engineering characteristics
Built around the bearing arrangement.
Strengthened geometry
Developed for dependable industrial service.
Split construction
Maintains access to the bearing arrangement.
Multiple shaft seals
Options selected around environment and size.
Bearing arrangements
Confirm the complete arrangement.
Matched components: cap and base components from different housings should not be assumed to be interchangeable.
Sealing options
| Arrangement | Selection note |
|---|---|
| Felt | Confirm availability by housing size. |
| V-ring | Confirm availability by housing size. |
| End-cover combinations | Confirm availability by housing size. |
| Double-lip | Confirm availability by housing size. |
| Labyrinth | Confirm availability by housing size. |
| Taconite-type where specified | Confirm availability by housing size. |
Typical applications
Industrial machinery applications.
Cement machineryConveyorsFansHeavy process equipment
Drawings & documentation
Technical files are issued only when genuine FRIENDS drawings or documentation are available for the selected housing.
Product enquiry
Request a SNH Series quote.
The housing series will be preselected for you.