Browning 5X696C VPS-224G Pillow Block Bearing

Browning VPS-224 pillow block bearing is a mounted two-bolt unit designed to support a 1-1/2" shaft in light- to standard-duty machinery. The housing is cast iron with a two-bolt base, and the bearing uses a 52100 bearing steel inner race finished in black oxide for corrosion resistance. A setscrew-lock secures the shaft in place, ensuring reliable retention under typical operating conditions. Key dimensions include an overall length of 7-1/8", an overall height of 4", and mounting hole centers spaced 5-3/8" apart, with a base-to-center height of 2", while the bore remains 1-1/2" and the catalog designation VPS-224 (retailers often list the unit as 767817). This unit is specified for fixed-shaft installations and provides a robust seating for a 1-1/2" bore ball-bearing assembly. The combination of cast-iron housing, 52100 inner race, and setscrew locking is typical of Browning's VPS-224 family, ensuring dependable support in applicable machinery. The static and dynamic load ratings commonly cited in catalogs are about 4,467 lb and 7,340 lb respectively, reflecting its capacity to handle routine industrial shaft loads.