Timken RTU1 Take Up Ball Bearing Unit 1 Inch Shaft

Description:

The Timken RTU1 take-up ball bearing unit is used to support a 1-inch rotating shaft while allowing shaft adjustment for proper belt and chain tensioning in industrial power transmission systems. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, material handling equipment, agricultural machinery, packaging equipment, and other industrial applications requiring side-mounted take-up bearing assemblies. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this bearing unit for replacement, repair, retrofit, and equipment overhaul to maintain proper shaft alignment and minimize equipment downtime.

Applications:

The Timken RTU1 is a side-mounted take-up ball bearing unit featuring a cast iron housing, eccentric locking collar, and wide inner ring bearing for secure shaft retention and easy adjustment within a take-up frame. It is commonly used in conveyor take-up systems, bulk material handling, food processing equipment, packaging machinery, and agricultural equipment where adjustable shaft positioning and reliable bearing performance are essential.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Timken
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): RTU1
• Product Type: Take-up ball bearing unit
• Series: RTU Industrial Series
• Bearing Type: Mounted ball bearing unit
• Housing Style: Side mount take-up unit
• Shaft Size: 1.000 in (25.4 mm)
• Bearing Insert: G1100KRRB
• Locking Style: Eccentric locking collar
• Housing Material: Cast iron
• Seal Type: Contact seal with flinger (R-Seal)
• Lubrication: Factory prelubricated, relubricatable grease fitting provided
• Compatible Frame: T-18696 take-up frame
• Overall Height: 3.625 in
• Weight: 3.3 lb (1.5 kg)
• Application: Adjustable conveyor and industrial take-up systems

Common Replacements:

• Timken RTU1 NT
• Dodge side mount take-up unit, 1 in bore
• NTN take-up bearing unit, 1 in bore