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Original Bearing
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EDT Bearing
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Bearing
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Standard steel insert bearing in cast iron housing
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ZY3GC8-1, stainless ball bearing in polymer housing OR
QB3GC8-1, All-Round® insert in polymer housing
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Failure
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Rust can cause contamination, overgreasing causing seals to fail
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Stainless ball bearing requires infrequent lubrication. All-Round®
insert requires no maintenance after installation. Polymer housing does
not rust, chip or peel.
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Length of Service
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1-2 weeks
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6 months to 1 year
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Maintenance Required
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Frequent lubrication and frequent changeout
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Occasional re-lubrication of insert bearing
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Features & Benefits
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Low initial cost
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Longer, more reliable life; won't rust and contaminate food product;
reliable operation; lower cost of ownership
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