SKF SAF-232 Pillow Block Bearing Housing

The SKF SAF-232 pillow block bearing housing is a split, four-bolt plummer block in cast iron designed to house spherical roller bearings within the SAF/SAW family. It belongs to SKF’s SAF 232(00) size range and is intended to accept spherical roller bearings mounted on an adapter sleeve, with a machined seating that suits the bearing outer ring. Key features include labyrinth seals to protect the bearing cavity, a removable split collar for service access, and a four-bolt base that enables rigid attachment to a machine frame. The housing is designed for standard SKF SAF/SAW bearing arrangements, with mounting dimensions that support alignment and straightforward installation. Because this is the housing component, the exact bearing size and type are selected separately to match the application, shaft diameter, and load requirements. Typical uses involve mounting a spherical roller bearing in machinery where a robust, sealed housing and ease of maintenance are important, providing reliable support for rotating shafts in industrial equipment.