Which shaft diameter is this take-up unit suitable for?

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

How is the bearing secured to the shaft?

It locks onto the shaft using set screws located on the extended inner ring.

What materials are used for this unit?

The take-up housing is made of cast iron and the insert ball bearing is made of steel.

What is the main application of a take-up unit?

It is typically mounted inside tensioning frames to adjust and maintain tension on conveyor belts or chains.

SKF TU 40 TF ball bearing unit 40 mm

Supplier number: SKF TU 40 TF | EAN 7316571150765

Recommended Retail Price €198.31

97.95 tax incl.

€80.95 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Ordered before 20:00 - delivered tomorrow 10/10/2026
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Reliable shaft support for tensioning frames

Practical benefits

Fast and secure mounting: The set screw locking mechanism on the extended inner ring lets you clamp the 40 mm shaft securely into place.
Rugged cast iron housing: Heavy-duty cast iron absorbs intense mechanical forces, keeping your assembly stable during demanding tensioning operations.
Smooth and durable rotation: Built with hardened steel balls and effective sealing, it minimizes operating vibration and prolongs overall service life.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

Keep your conveyor belts and roller chains properly tensioned with the Skf tu 40 tf take-up ball bearing unit. Engineered for tensioning frames, its heavy-duty cast iron housing withstands intense mechanical loads, keeping your assembly stable during operation. Securing it onto a 40 mm shaft is fast and straightforward: the set screw locking mechanism on the extended inner ring provides a firm, play-free clamp. Inside, the hardened steel insert ball bearing minimizes operating vibrations and delivers smooth, dependable rotation over a long service life.

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Key features according to our expert

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

Product description

Take-up ball bearing units, consisting of an insert bearing based on a sealed deep groove ball bearing mounted in a grey cast iron housing. Typically mounted in take-up frames, the unit has an inner ring extended on both sides and is locked by tightening a set screw on the inner ring, which makes it easy to mount.

Designed for an alternating rotation
Quick and easy to mount onto the shaft
Accommodate static initial misalignment
Long service life
Reduced noise and vibration levels

Documents

⤓ Technical data sheet PDF

All Features

Shaft diameter: 40 mm
Material (bearing housing): Cast iron
Material (bearing): Steel
Material, housing: Cast iron
Grease fitting: With
Tightening torque, set screw: 6.5
Hexagonal key size for set screw: 4
Note: Limiting speed with shaft tolerance h6
Application: For material handling applications
Housing type: Take-up
Bore type: Cylindrical
Material, bearing: Bearing steel
Sealing, bearing: Seal and flinger on both sides
Sealing type: Contact, standard
Rubber seating ring: Without
Lubricant: Grease
Bearing width, total: 49.2
Basic static load rating: 19
Retaining feature, inner ring: Set screws
Sealing, unit: Optional end cover
Limiting speed: 4800
Relubrication hole: With
Housing overall width: 49
Basic dynamic load rating: 30.7
Coating: Without
Set screw: M8x1

Brand SKF
01190302
EAN 7316571150765
Supplier number SKF TU 40 TF

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which shaft diameter is this take-up unit suitable for?: This unit is designed for shafts with a diameter of 40 mm.
How is the bearing secured to the shaft?: It locks onto the shaft using set screws located on the extended inner ring.
What materials are used for this unit?: The take-up housing is made of cast iron and the insert ball bearing is made of steel.
What is the main application of a take-up unit?: It is typically mounted inside tensioning frames to adjust and maintain tension on conveyor belts or chains.