What shaft diameter is this SKF pillow block suitable for?

This bearing unit is designed for shafts with a diameter of 40 mm.

How is the bearing secured to the shaft?

You secure it to the shaft by tightening the integrated set screws on the extended inner ring.

What materials are used in this bearing unit?

The housing is made of cast iron and the insert bearing is made of bearing steel.

Is this bearing unit suitable for alternating rotation?

Yes, the set screw locking system makes it suitable for both constant and alternating rotation directions.

Can this pillow block bearing unit be relubricated?

Yes, the cast iron housing is equipped with a grease fitting and a relubrication hole.

SKF SYF 40 TF ball bearing unit 40 mm

Supplier number: SKF SYF 40 TF | EAN 7316570912944

Recommended Retail Price €214.16

105.95 tax incl.

€87.56 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered as of 12/10/2026
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Reliable shaft support with Skf

Practical benefits

Simple and secure locking: You easily lock the extended inner ring onto the shaft using the integrated set screws.
Compact cast iron housing: The short base design with threaded mounting holes allows sturdy installation in tight spaces.
Smooth and protected operation: The pre-lubricated bearing with robust contact seals prevents contamination and ensures long-lasting rotational performance.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Skf syf 40 tf pillow block bearing unit, you quickly mount and secure 40 mm shafts in industrial machinery and conveyor systems. Thanks to the compact cast iron housing with a short base and threaded mounting holes, you can easily install this unit in locations with limited mounting space. The extended inner ring locks directly onto the shaft using integrated set screws, preventing shaft slippage during both constant and alternating directions of rotation. Equipped with a pre-lubricated steel bearing, effective seals, and a grease fitting for relubrication, this bearing unit delivers smooth and reliable shaft support.

Product information FAQ

€105.95

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Key features according to our expert

Shaft diameter: 40 mm
Bore type: Cylindrical
Material (bearing housing): Cast iron
Material (bearing): Steel

Product description

Short base pillow (plummer) block ball bearing units consist of an insert bearing mounted in a cast iron housing. This variant has threads for attachment bolts and is suitable for applications with both constant and alternating directions of rotation. It has an inner ring extended on both sides and is locked onto the shaft by tightening a set screw on the inner ring, making it easy to mount.

Strong
Ready to mount
Designed for a constant and alternating rotation
Lubricated and sealed bearing
High degree of stiffness
Narrow design

Documents

⤓ Technical data sheet PDF

All Features

Shaft diameter: 40 mm
Bore type: Cylindrical
Material (bearing housing): Cast iron
Material (bearing): Steel
Housing type: Pillow block
Lubricant: Grease
Rubber seating ring: Without
Sealing type: Contact, standard
Sealing, bearing: Seal and flinger on both sides
Material, bearing: Bearing steel
Application: For material handling applications
Set screw: M8x1
Number of bolt holes for fasteners: 2
Hexagonal key size for set screw: 4
Tightening torque, set screw: 6.5
Centre height (pillow block): 49.2
Grease fitting: With
Material, housing: Cast iron
Note: Limiting speed with shaft tolerance h6
Bearing width, total: 49.2
Basic static load rating: 19
Basic dynamic load rating: 30.7
Coating: Without
Housing overall width: 48
Retaining feature, inner ring: Set screws
Relubrication hole: With
Fastening bolt hole type: Threaded
Limiting speed: 4800
Sealing, unit: Without
Centre distance between bolt holes: 88.9
Attachment thread diameter: M12

Brand SKF
01190755
EAN 7316570912944
Supplier number SKF SYF 40 TF

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What shaft diameter is this SKF pillow block suitable for?: This bearing unit is designed for shafts with a diameter of 40 mm.
How is the bearing secured to the shaft?: You secure it to the shaft by tightening the integrated set screws on the extended inner ring.
What materials are used in this bearing unit?: The housing is made of cast iron and the insert bearing is made of bearing steel.
Is this bearing unit suitable for alternating rotation?: Yes, the set screw locking system makes it suitable for both constant and alternating rotation directions.
Can this pillow block bearing unit be relubricated?: Yes, the cast iron housing is equipped with a grease fitting and a relubrication hole.