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Cam Followers are required in many industrial applications. The purpose of these mechanical components is to move the parts they equip. They can be installed on many construction, industrial or agricultural machines.

They must be chosen according to a number of criteria, including the load and speed supported, the conditions of use and their materials. Discover our selection of high-quality products and our buying advice.

What is a Cam Follower?

A Cam Follower is a Bearing designed to follow the contours of cams or rails, the mechanical elements used to move a workpiece. A Cam Follower is composed of a cylindrical body mounted on an axle and an outer cover rolling on the cam.

Cam Followers withstand high radial and axial loads (loads exerted perpendicularly or longitudinally on a ball joint). They minimize friction and absorb shock and vibration. Rollers are often made from high-quality stainless steel, ensuring durability and strength.

What are Cam Followers used for?

Cam Followers are cylindrical parts used in the agricultural, industrial, logistics and construction sectors. Discover all their possible uses.

Machine tools: Cam Followers guide and follow the contours of blades.

Industrial automation machines: robots and production lines use Cam Followers. These guide robotic arms and conveyors.

Conveyors and handling systems: Cam Followers enable loads to move smoothly along rails. They are essential for transporting heavy materials.

Agricultural machinery: agricultural equipment such as combine harvesters are equipped with winding rollers. These follow the contours of the terrain, enabling smooth linear movements.

Construction machines: construction machines use rollers to guide moving components with linear Bearings.

The different types of Cam Follower

Cam Followers are available in roller, needle or ball type, for linear guidance, with threaded or non-threaded heads, etc. They can be fitted with or without axles. It's important to look closely at the compatibility with your shafts to select the right cam followers.

How to choose a Cam Follower?

Dimensions: diameter, width and thickness vary according to the part chosen.

Material: our models are made of steel or stainless steel. They are often supplied with rubber seals to ensure the system's watertightness.

Compatibility: rollers must be compatible with the machine you wish to equip.

Load capacity: both static and dynamic loads must be taken into account.

Roller type.

Lubrication: some rollers are lubricated for life, while others need regular oiling.

Wear resistance: your parts can be heat-treated or coated with a special coating. In this case, they will resist wear better and have a longer service life.

With or without axle: axle-mounted parts are ready for installation.

Buy Cam Followers from Rubix

Discover our Cam Followers with or without axle, sealed or unsealed. We offer the best brands on the market, namely INA and SKF. We also offer plain bushings in plastic or metal, as well as various types and models of Bearings (needle roller, self-aligning, Bearings, Bearings for high radial loads...), and accessories.

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