188-8697 Self Aligning Bearing is a Caterpillar hardened steel bearing with a 127.165 mm bore and 203.2 mm outside diameter. Its self-aligning spherical design accommodates shaft deflection and misalignment, while the double-fracture outer race supports practical installation and service. It is designed for demanding off-highway truck applications including CAT 793D, 793B and 793C.
Self Aligning Bearing – Designed to accommodate severe misalignment caused by mounting conditions, shaft deflection or shaft bending.
Heavy-Duty Spherical Design – The self-aligning configuration helps maintain proper bearing contact when the shaft or housing is not perfectly aligned.
Hardened Construction – Caterpillar specifies a hardened steel bearing for demanding off-highway applications.
High Load Capability – Suitable for applications where substantial radial and axial loads are present.
Double Fracture Outer Race – The split outer-race design supports installation and service requirements.
Precision Bore – Features a 127.165 mm (5.01 in) bore diameter.
203.2 mm Outer Diameter – Designed to meet the dimensional requirements of compatible Cat drivetrain and suspension applications.
Mining Truck Application – Suitable for heavy-duty CAT 793-series haul trucks operating in demanding mining environments.
Compatible Machine
The 188-8697 Self Aligning Bearing is officially compatible with:
CAT 793D
CAT 793B
CAT 793C
Caterpillar also lists the bearing for 793, 793F, 793F AC, 793F CMD, 793F OEM, 793F XQ, 789-series and other compatible equipment. Machine serial number and configuration should be verified before installation.
Applications
Mining
Quarry
Construction
Heavy Earthmoving
Large Infrastructure Projects
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20+ Years Experience – Professional experience in construction and mining machinery parts.
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Professional Technical Support – Assistance with part-number and machine compatibility verification.
Packaging
YLCM provides secure export packaging suitable for heavy-duty bearing components. Packaging may include standard export cartons, heavy-duty wooden cases, shockproof protection, moisture-proof protection and secure fixation to protect the bearing during international transportation.
Shipping
Available logistics solutions include:
Sea Freight
Railway Transportation
Land Transportation
Multimodal Logistics Solutions
The appropriate transportation method can be arranged according to order quantity, destination and delivery requirements.
FAQ
Q1: What is 188-8697? A: 188-8697 is a Caterpillar 203.20 mm Outer Diameter Self Aligning Bearing.
Q2: Which machines use 188-8697? A: Caterpillar lists CAT 793D, 793B and 793C among the compatible models, along with several other 793- and 789-series trucks.
Q3: What is the bore diameter of 188-8697? A: The official Caterpillar specification gives a bore diameter of 127.165 mm (5.01 in).
Q4: What is the outside diameter? A: The outside diameter is 203.2 mm (8 in).
Q5: What material is 188-8697 made from? A: Caterpillar specifies Steel and identifies the bearing as hardened.
Q6: Why is a self-aligning bearing used? A: Self-aligning spherical bearings are designed to accommodate misalignment caused by mounting conditions, shaft deflection or shaft bending during operation.
Q7: Can YLCM verify compatibility? A: Yes. Send us the machine model, serial number and existing part number, and our technical team can help verify the correct bearing.
Q8: How can I request a quotation? A: Send the part number, machine model, quantity and destination. YLCM can provide compatibility confirmation, quotation, lead time, packaging and logistics information.
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Looking for 188-8697 Self Aligning Bearing for CAT 793D, 793B or 793C? Send YLCM your part number, machine model, serial number, quantity and destination. Our team can help verify compatibility and provide pricing, lead time, packaging and global shipping solutions.