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[[Category:Parts]]
[[Category:Motion parts]]

=Introduction=
A pillow block bearing (or plummer block) is a pedestal used to provide support for a rotating shaft with the help of compatible bearings & various accessories. The assembly consists of a mounting block which houses a bearing. The block is mounted to a foundation and a shaft is inserted allowing the inner part of the bearing / shaft to rotate. The inside of the bearing is typically 0.001 inches (0.025 mm) larger than the shaft to ensure a tight fit. Set screws, locking collars, or set collars are commonly used to secure the shaft.

=Challenges=

=Approaches=
<gallery>
Pillow-block.scad.png|Pillow block bearing
Bearing block prototype.png|Bearing frame prototype
</gallery>

=References=
  * [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pillow_block_bearing|Wikipedia: Pillow block bearing]]
  * [[https://www.surpluscenter.com/Brands/Dura-Roll/1-Pillow-Block-Bearing-UCP205-16-1-205-16-P.axd|1" Pillow Block Bearing UCP205-16]]
  * [[https://www.skf.com/us/products/mounted-bearings/ball-bearing-units/pillow-block-ball-bearing-units/productid-UCP%20205-16|UCP205-16 Datasheet]]
  * [[http://catalog.amibearings.com/item/spherical-o-d-normal-duty-set-screw-bearing-insert/t-screw-locking-bearing-insert-uc200-ucw200-series/uc205-16| UC205-16 bearing insert datasheet]]
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