WHITTET-Higgins BH-12 Bearhug Locknut

Description:

The WHITTET-Higgins BH-12 Bearhug Locknut is used in industrial bearing retention and shaft locking systems for securing rotating components in heavy-duty mechanical assemblies. Commonly installed in gearboxes, motors, pumps, conveyors, and industrial power transmission equipment. Maintenance teams, OEM manufacturers, and industrial service technicians use this part for bearing retention, equipment repair, retrofit projects, and replacement of worn shaft locking hardware.

Applications:

The WHITTET-Higgins BH-12 Bearhug locknut is commonly used in industrial machinery requiring reliable bearing retention and resistance to loosening caused by vibration and rotational forces. It is frequently installed in manufacturing equipment, process systems, heavy-duty rotating assemblies, and mechanical drive systems where maintaining proper bearing preload and shaft positioning is critical for operational reliability. The Bearhug locking design helps provide secure fastening performance in continuous-duty industrial environments.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: WHITTET-Higgins
• Part Number: BH-12
• Product Type: Bearhug Locknut
• Outside Diameter: 3.156 Inches
• Face Diameter: 2.844 Inches
• Width: 0.594 Inches
• Application: Bearing and Shaft Retention
• Compatible Equipment: Rotating Mechanical Assemblies
• Locking Style: Mechanical Shaft Locking System
• Material: Industrial Grade Steel
• Industrial Use: Power Transmission and Machinery Systems
• Function: Prevents Bearing and Shaft Movement
• Operating Environment: Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications
• Equipment Compatibility: Motors, Pumps, Conveyors, Gearboxes

Common Replacements:

• SKF Precision Bearing Locknut
• FAG Bearing Retention Locknut
• Timken Shaft Locknut Assembly