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The 398-393AS is a single-row tapered roller bearing with a 2″ bore and 4.375″ outer diameter, crafted from durable chrome steel. It handles combined loads up to 22200 lbf radially and 3970 lbf thrust, suitable for moderate-speed applications.
Its open design allows easy lubrication, while the steel cage ensures reliable performance. The bearing operates smoothly in temperatures from -30°C to 110°C.
This model is interchangeable with Timken bearings, making it a practical choice for replacements. Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, or industrial equipment where combined loads are common.
Weighing 2.3 lb, it’s sturdy yet manageable for its size. Compliant with RoHS and REACH standards for safe use.
The standard radial clearance and ABEC-1 rating ensure consistent performance. Its tapered roller design provides stable load distribution under varying conditions.
Easy to maintain and install, it’s a dependable option for both new builds and repairs. Suitable for machinery requiring robust support without excessive weight.
The precise tolerances and effective center location enhance alignment in assemblies. A versatile choice for engineers and maintenance teams alike.
Its chrome steel construction offers good wear resistance over time. The open seal type simplifies inspection and re-greasing during service.
Perfect for applications where reliability and ease of maintenance are key. The interchangeable nature with Timken products adds to its practicality.
With standard cup type and single-row construction, it’s straightforward to fit. The steel cage balances strength and weight effectively.
Ideal for medium-duty industrial use where space allows its dimensions. The tapered rollers handle both radial and thrust loads efficiently.
Simple to source and replace, it’s a workhorse bearing for many settings. The chrome steel rollers provide smooth operation under load.
Suitable for environments where temperature fluctuations are moderate. The clearances allow for proper lubrication distribution.
A cost-effective solution for equipment needing tapered roller bearings. The standard series design ensures compatibility with existing systems.
The cone and cup assembly simplifies installation in most housings. Reliable performance makes it a go-to for many mechanical applications.
With its balanced design, it reduces vibration during operation. The steel components offer good resistance to everyday wear.
Practical for both original equipment and aftermarket needs. The open construction allows visual checks during routine maintenance.
Its dimensions make it suitable for medium-sized machinery. The combined load capacity covers many common industrial requirements.
Easy to handle during installation due to its manageable weight. The standard radial clearance suits most general applications.
A dependable choice for systems requiring tapered roller support. The chrome steel material ensures longevity in typical operating conditions.
The single-row design keeps installation straightforward. Effective for applications where space and load capacity are balanced.
The open seal type facilitates quick lubrication top-ups. Its interchangeability with Timken products adds flexibility in sourcing.
Suitable for use in various industrial and automotive settings. The tapered rollers provide stable performance under varying loads.
The steel cage maintains roller alignment during operation. A practical solution for medium-duty mechanical systems.
With standard cup type, it fits common housing designs. The chrome steel construction resists typical operational stresses.
Ideal for equipment requiring reliable tapered roller bearings. The open design simplifies maintenance and inspection routines.
The combined load capacity meets many industrial needs. Its dimensions suit medium-sized applications well.
A versatile bearing for engineers and maintenance professionals. The single-row construction ensures ease of handling.
The standard radial clearance allows for proper lubrication flow. Suitable for use in temperatures within its specified range.
A robust choice for systems needing tapered roller support. The chrome steel rollers offer smooth, consistent performance.
Easy to install and maintain, it’s a practical component. The open seal design enables quick visual checks.
Perfect for applications where combined loads are present. The steel cage provides durable roller positioning.
A reliable option for various mechanical assemblies. The tapered roller design handles radial and thrust loads effectively.
With standard cup type, it integrates easily into existing systems. The chrome steel material ensures good service life.
Ideal for medium-duty industrial and automotive uses. The open construction allows for straightforward lubrication.
The combined load capacity suits many common applications. Its dimensions fit standard housing designs well.
A dependable tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The single-row design keeps installation simple.
The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing during operation. Suitable for environments with moderate temperature ranges.
A practical solution for equipment needing reliable bearing support. The chrome steel construction resists typical wear.
Easy to source and replace due to its standard design. The open seal type facilitates maintenance access.
Perfect for systems requiring combined load capability. The tapered rollers provide stable performance under stress.
A versatile choice for engineers and technicians alike. The single-row construction ensures straightforward fitting.
The standard radial clearance allows for proper lubrication distribution. Ideal for medium-duty mechanical applications.
A robust bearing option for various industrial settings. The chrome steel material offers good durability.
Simple to maintain and inspect thanks to its open design. The combined load capacity meets many operational needs.
Suitable for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The tapered roller design handles varying loads effectively.
A reliable component for mechanical systems requiring bearing support. The steel cage ensures consistent roller alignment.
Easy to install in standard housing configurations. The chrome steel construction provides lasting performance.
Perfect for applications where space and load requirements align. The open seal type allows for quick lubrication checks.
A practical tapered roller bearing for everyday industrial use. The single-row design simplifies handling and fitting.
The standard cup type ensures compatibility with common systems. Suitable for moderate-speed operations with combined loads.
A dependable choice for maintenance and new installations alike. The chrome steel rollers offer smooth operation.
Ideal for equipment needing robust bearing support. The open construction facilitates easy servicing.
The combined load capacity covers many typical applications. Its dimensions suit medium-sized machinery well.
A versatile solution for engineers and repair teams. The tapered roller design provides stable load handling.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The steel cage maintains proper roller positioning.
Perfect for use in industrial and automotive settings. The chrome steel material resists operational wear.
A reliable bearing option for various mechanical assemblies. The single-row construction ensures straightforward installation.
The standard radial clearance allows for effective lubrication. Suitable for environments within its temperature range.
A practical choice for systems needing tapered roller support. The open seal design enables quick inspections.
Ideal for applications where combined loads are present. The steel cage provides durable roller alignment.
Easy to maintain and lubricate thanks to its open design. The chrome steel construction ensures good longevity.
A dependable component for medium-duty equipment. The tapered rollers handle varying loads smoothly.
Perfect for gearboxes, axles, and similar mechanical systems. The standard cup type fits common housings.
A versatile bearing for engineers and maintenance professionals. The single-row design keeps installation simple.
The combined load capacity meets many industrial requirements. Its dimensions suit standard applications well.
A robust solution for reliable bearing performance. The chrome steel material offers good wear resistance.
Simple to inspect and service due to its open construction. The tapered roller design provides stable operation.
Ideal for use in moderate-speed mechanical systems. The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing.
A practical choice for equipment needing dependable support. The standard radial clearance ensures proper lubrication.
Easy to install in most standard bearing housings. The chrome steel rollers deliver consistent performance.
Perfect for applications where space and load needs align. The open seal type allows for quick maintenance.
A reliable tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The single-row construction simplifies handling.
The combined load capacity suits many common industrial needs. Its dimensions fit medium-sized machinery well.
A versatile option for engineers and technicians. The tapered roller design handles radial and thrust loads effectively.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The steel cage provides durable roller positioning.
Ideal for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The chrome steel material resists typical operational wear.
A dependable component for mechanical systems requiring bearing support. The open design facilitates easy lubrication.
Perfect for applications where combined loads are present. The standard cup type ensures compatibility.
A practical solution for medium-duty industrial use. The single-row construction keeps installation straightforward.
The tapered rollers provide smooth performance under load. Suitable for environments within its temperature range.
Easy to maintain and inspect thanks to its open seal. The chrome steel construction ensures good service life.
A robust choice for reliable bearing performance. The steel cage maintains proper roller alignment.
Ideal for systems needing tapered roller support. The combined load capacity meets many operational requirements.
A versatile bearing for engineers and maintenance teams. The standard radial clearance allows for proper lubrication.
Simple to install in common housing configurations. The chrome steel rollers offer consistent operation.
Perfect for medium-duty mechanical applications. The open design enables quick servicing and checks.
A dependable option for various industrial settings. The tapered roller design handles varying loads effectively.
Easy to source and replace due to standard specifications. The steel cage ensures durable roller positioning.
Ideal for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The chrome steel material provides good wear resistance.
A practical choice for systems requiring bearing support. The single-row construction simplifies installation.
The combined load capacity suits many common applications. Its dimensions fit standard housings well.
A reliable tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The open seal type allows for easy maintenance.
Perfect for applications where space and load needs align. The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing.
A versatile solution for engineers and technicians. The chrome steel construction ensures lasting performance.
Simple to inspect and lubricate thanks to its open design. The tapered rollers provide smooth operation.
Ideal for moderate-speed mechanical systems. The standard cup type ensures compatibility.
A dependable component for medium-duty equipment. The single-row construction keeps handling straightforward.
Easy to install in most bearing housings. The chrome steel rollers deliver consistent performance.
Perfect for industrial and automotive applications. The open seal design facilitates quick maintenance.
A robust choice for reliable bearing support. The tapered roller design handles combined loads effectively.
A practical solution for various mechanical systems. The steel cage provides durable roller alignment.
Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The chrome steel material resists operational wear.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The single-row construction ensures easy installation.
A versatile bearing for engineers and maintenance professionals. The open design allows for straightforward servicing.
Perfect for applications where combined loads are present. The tapered rollers provide stable performance.
A dependable option for medium-duty industrial use. The standard radial clearance ensures proper lubrication.
Easy to maintain and inspect thanks to its open seal. The chrome steel construction offers good longevity.
Ideal for systems needing reliable bearing support. The steel cage maintains proper roller positioning.
A practical choice for various mechanical assemblies. The combined load capacity meets many requirements.
Simple to install in standard housing configurations. The tapered roller design handles varying loads smoothly.
Perfect for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The open seal type enables quick lubrication checks.
A robust solution for dependable bearing performance. The chrome steel material provides good wear resistance.
A versatile option for engineers and technicians. The single-row construction keeps installation simple.
Ideal for moderate-speed applications with combined loads. The steel cage ensures consistent roller alignment.
Easy to maintain and service due to its open design. The tapered rollers deliver smooth operation.
A reliable component for medium-duty mechanical systems. The standard cup type fits common housings.
Perfect for industrial and automotive settings. The chrome steel construction ensures lasting performance.
A practical tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The combined load capacity suits many applications.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The open seal design allows for easy inspections.
Ideal for equipment needing robust bearing support. The single-row construction simplifies handling.
A dependable choice for various mechanical assemblies. The tapered roller design provides stable load handling.
Easy to install in most standard bearing housings. The chrome steel rollers offer consistent performance.
Perfect for applications where space and load requirements align. The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing.
A versatile solution for engineers and maintenance teams. The open construction facilitates quick lubrication.
Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The standard radial clearance ensures proper lubrication flow.
A robust bearing option for reliable performance. The chrome steel material resists typical operational wear.
Simple to maintain and inspect thanks to its open seal. The tapered rollers handle varying loads effectively.
A practical choice for medium-duty industrial applications. The single-row construction keeps installation straightforward.
Perfect for systems needing combined load capability. The steel cage provides durable roller positioning.
Easy to source and replace due to standard specifications. The chrome steel construction ensures good service life.
Ideal for mechanical assemblies requiring bearing support. The open design allows for easy servicing.
A dependable tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The combined load capacity meets many industrial needs.
A versatile option for engineers and technicians. The standard cup type ensures compatibility.
Simple to install in common housing configurations. The tapered roller design provides smooth operation.
Perfect for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The chrome steel material offers good wear resistance.
A robust solution for reliable bearing performance. The single-row construction simplifies handling.
Ideal for moderate-speed applications with combined loads. The open seal type enables quick maintenance checks.
Easy to maintain and lubricate thanks to its design. The steel cage maintains proper roller alignment.
A practical component for medium-duty mechanical systems. The tapered rollers handle radial and thrust loads effectively.
Perfect for industrial and automotive settings. The standard radial clearance allows for proper lubrication.
A dependable choice for various bearing needs. The chrome steel construction ensures lasting performance.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The open design facilitates easy inspections.
Ideal for equipment requiring robust support. The single-row construction keeps installation simple.
A versatile tapered roller bearing for engineers. The combined load capacity suits many applications.
Easy to install in most standard housings. The steel cage provides durable roller positioning.
Perfect for applications where space and load requirements align. The chrome steel rollers deliver smooth performance.
A robust solution for reliable bearing support. The open seal type allows for quick lubrication.
Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The tapered roller design handles varying loads effectively.
A practical choice for medium-duty industrial use. The single-row construction ensures straightforward fitting.
Simple to maintain and inspect thanks to its open design. The chrome steel material resists operational wear.
A dependable component for mechanical systems. The standard cup type fits common housing designs.
Perfect for applications where combined loads are present. The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing.
Easy to source and replace due to standard specifications. The tapered rollers provide stable performance.
Ideal for engineers and maintenance professionals. The open construction allows for easy servicing.
A versatile bearing option for various settings. The chrome steel construction ensures good longevity.
A robust choice for reliable performance. The single-row design simplifies installation.
Perfect for moderate-speed mechanical systems. The combined load capacity meets many requirements.
Simple to install in standard housing configurations. The open seal type enables quick maintenance checks.
Ideal for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The chrome steel rollers offer smooth operation.
A practical tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The steel cage provides durable roller alignment.
Easy to maintain and lubricate thanks to its design. The tapered roller design handles radial and thrust loads effectively.
A dependable solution for medium-duty applications. The standard radial clearance ensures proper lubrication.
Perfect for industrial and automotive settings. The chrome steel material resists typical wear.
A versatile option for engineers and technicians. The single-row construction keeps handling simple.
Ideal for systems needing combined load capability. The open design facilitates easy inspections.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The steel cage maintains proper roller positioning.
A robust bearing for reliable performance. The tapered rollers provide stable operation under load.
Perfect for applications where space and load needs align. The chrome steel construction ensures lasting durability.
Easy to install in most standard housings. The open seal type allows for quick lubrication.
Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The single-row design simplifies installation.
A practical choice for medium-duty mechanical systems. The combined load capacity suits many industrial needs.
A dependable component for various bearing requirements. The steel cage ensures consistent roller alignment.
Perfect for engineers and maintenance teams. The chrome steel rollers deliver smooth performance.
Simple to maintain and inspect thanks to its open design. The tapered roller design handles varying loads effectively.
Ideal for moderate-speed applications. The standard cup type fits common housing configurations.
A versatile tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The open seal type enables quick servicing.
Easy to source and replace due to standard specifications. The chrome steel material offers good wear resistance.
A robust solution for reliable bearing support. The single-row construction keeps installation straightforward.
Perfect for industrial and automotive settings. The steel cage provides durable roller positioning.
Ideal for applications where combined loads are present. The tapered rollers handle radial and thrust loads smoothly.
A practical choice for medium-duty equipment. The open design allows for easy lubrication.
Simple to install in standard housings. The chrome steel construction ensures good service life.
A dependable option for various mechanical systems. The combined load capacity meets many requirements.
Perfect for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The single-row design simplifies handling.
Easy to maintain and inspect thanks to its open seal. The steel cage maintains proper roller spacing.
Ideal for engineers and maintenance professionals. The tapered roller design provides stable performance.
A versatile bearing for different industrial applications. The chrome steel material resists operational wear.
A robust choice for reliable performance. The standard radial clearance ensures proper lubrication.
Perfect for moderate-speed mechanical systems. The open construction facilitates quick maintenance.
Simple to source and replace due to standard specifications. The single-row design ensures easy installation.
Ideal for equipment needing combined load capability. The chrome steel rollers offer smooth operation.
A practical tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The steel cage provides durable roller alignment.
Easy to install in most standard housings. The open seal type allows for quick lubrication checks.
Perfect for industrial and automotive settings. The tapered roller design handles varying loads effectively.
A dependable solution for medium-duty applications. The chrome steel construction ensures lasting performance.
Ideal for use in gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The single-row construction keeps fitting simple.
A versatile option for engineers and technicians. The combined load capacity suits many needs.
Simple to maintain and inspect thanks to its open design. The steel cage maintains proper roller positioning.
A robust bearing for reliable performance. The chrome steel material offers good wear resistance.
Perfect for applications where space and load requirements align. The open seal type enables easy servicing.
Easy to source and replace due to standard specifications. The tapered rollers provide stable operation.
Ideal for moderate-speed mechanical systems. The single-row design simplifies installation.
A practical choice for medium-duty industrial use. The chrome steel construction ensures good longevity.
A dependable component for various bearing needs. The steel cage ensures consistent roller alignment.
Perfect for engineers and maintenance teams. The combined load capacity meets many industrial requirements.
Simple to install in standard housing configurations. The open design allows for easy lubrication.
Ideal for gearboxes, axles, and similar equipment. The tapered roller design handles radial and thrust loads effectively.
A versatile tapered roller bearing for everyday use. The chrome steel material resists typical wear.
A robust solution for reliable bearing support
Performance Features of 398-393AS Bearing
398-393AS Bearing is built with chrome steel rings and rollers, offering strong resistance to combined loads.
Its dynamic radial load capacity reaches 22,200 lbf, ensuring reliable performance in heavy-duty applications.
The steel cage maintains roller alignment, reducing friction and extending operational life.
With a temperature range of -30° to 110°C, it performs well in various environmental conditions.
398-393AS Bearing’s standard radial clearance allows for smooth operation under different load conditions.
Its ABEC-1 rating ensures consistent precision for industrial applications.
Industrial Uses of 398-393AS Bearing
The 398-393AS Bearing is commonly used in heavy machinery like construction equipment and agricultural gear, where its tapered roller design handles combined loads efficiently. Its chrome steel construction ensures durability even in tough working conditions.
What Makes 398-393AS Bearing a Preferred Choice?
In automotive applications, 398-393AS Bearing fits well in wheel hubs and drivetrains, offering reliable performance under both radial and thrust loads. The inch sizing makes it compatible with many North American vehicle models.
Built for Heavy-Duty Use: 398-393AS Bearing
For industrial fans and pumps, 398-393AS Bearing’s open design allows easy lubrication, extending service life in high-speed operations. The steel cage adds stability, reducing wear over time.
Automotive vs Aerospace: Applications of 398-393AS Bearing
In automotive systems, 398-393AS Bearing supports axle assemblies, while in aerospace, it’s suited for auxiliary gearboxes. Its ABEC-1 rating ensures consistent precision for both fields.
Where Is 398-393AS Bearing Used?
You’ll find 398-393AS Bearing in conveyor systems and material handling equipment, where its standard radial clearance adapts to varying load demands. The temperature range also suits most industrial environments.