Welcome to our range of stud type track rollers
Cam Followers and Stud Type Track Rollers
Welcome to Bearing King’s extensive range of stud type track rollers, a vital component in various industrial applications. Commonly known as cam followers, these specialized bearings are designed to support high radial and axial loads while ensuring smooth and reliable motion. Whether you’re looking to enhance the performance of cam gears, bed ways, conveying equipment, or other machinery, our selection of cam followers offers the durability and precision you need.
What is Cam Follower?
A cam follower is a type of roller or needle bearing designed to follow cam profiles or guide tracks, translating rotational motion into linear movement. Unlike standard bearings, cam followers are engineered to handle both radial loads and axial loads that occur due to misalignment or skewed running. Their robust construction and ability to withstand heavy loads make them essential in machinery such as conveyor systems, printing presses, packaging equipment, and automotive engines.
Key Features of Stud Type Track Rollers (Cam Followers)
Our stud type track rollers, or cam followers, are built with high-quality materials to ensure longevity and optimal performance. Key components include:
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Thick-Walled Outer Rings: Designed with a profiled outside surface, these outer rings reduce stress concentrations and provide even load distribution, minimizing wear and extending service life.
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Heavy Section Roller Studs: Featuring a sturdy roller stud with a fixing thread, these cam followers are easy to install and secure in place, ensuring stable operation.
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Contact Washers: Contact washers help maintain proper alignment and reduce friction, enhancing the efficiency of the bearing.
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Needle Roller and Cage Assemblies: Available in single or double-row configurations, these assemblies provide excellent load-carrying capacity and smooth motion.
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Cylindrical Roller Sets: For applications requiring higher load capacity, our cam followers with cylindrical roller sets offer enhanced performance.
Design Variations
To suit diverse application needs, our cam followers are available in multiple designs:
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Stud Type Track Rollers with a Crowned Outside Surface: These are the most commonly used design because their rounded profile helps prevent edge stresses when the bearing is inclined relative to the mating track. This feature ensures smooth operation even in applications where slight misalignment is unavoidable.
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Stud Type Track Rollers with an Eccentric Collar: This design includes an eccentric collar that allows for precise adjustment of the bearing’s position relative to the mating track. This adjustability ensures optimal contact and reduces wear, extending the bearing’s service life.
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Stud Type Track Rollers without an Eccentric Collar: These bearings do not have an adjustment facility, making them suitable for applications where precise positioning is not required or where the adjacent construction provides the necessary alignment.
Applications of Cam Followers
Cam followers play a crucial role in various industries due to their ability to handle heavy loads and maintain smooth motion. Common applications include:
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Cam Gears: Cam followers translate the rotational motion of cam gears into linear motion, ensuring precise and efficient operation in engines and machinery.
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Bed Ways: In machine tools, cam followers provide smooth and accurate guidance along the bed ways, enhancing machining precision.
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Conveying Equipment: Used in conveyor systems, cam followers support heavy loads and ensure smooth movement, improving the efficiency of material handling processes.
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Textile Machinery: Cam followers help maintain consistent tension and alignment in textile machinery, ensuring high-quality fabric production.
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Printing Presses: In printing presses, cam followers ensure precise movement of printing plates and rollers, maintaining print quality and consistency.
Why Choose Bearing King for Your Cam Followers?
At Bearing King, we are committed to providing high-quality cam followers that meet the demanding requirements of modern industries. Our products are manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring reliability, durability, and long service life. With a wide range of designs and configurations available, we can help you find the perfect cam follower for your specific application.
Explore our product collections today and discover why Bearing King is the trusted choice for cam followers and stud-type track rollers.