Cam Followers

Designed to support loads while positioning work, Cam Followers are manufactured with an outer roller that runs on a flat surface and a threaded stud for mounting. In high-speed and lightweight applications, plastic components succeed where metal formerly served. Cam followers using plastic, high-load-capacity rollers are a maintenance-free alternative to traditional metal designs. Using plastic composite rollers, they are the best choice for many applications, including cleanroom operations.

Traditional metal cam followers are built for high loads, yet in many applications they are used to transmit motion, not for their load-bearing capacity. Rail or cam surfaces must be hardened, and a manual or central lubrication system must be provided to protect the bearings and rail from failing. The plastic cam followers are a cost-saving alternative, providing years of maintenance-free operation without damaging rails, especially aluminum.