Cam followers
YLH cam followers (stud-type track rollers) are precision bearing components specifically engineered for operation on various track systems and cam drive mechanisms. These specialized bearings are constructed based on two fundamental designs: needle roller bearings and cylindrical roller bearings. A key distinguishing feature is their use of a threaded solid stud in place of a conventional inner ring. Our cam followers are supplied ready-to-mount for immediate installation.
YLH Bearing primarily offers cam followers made of stainless steel, providing enhanced durability and corrosion resistance for demanding environment.
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Cam followers
What is a Cam Follower?
A cam follower is a type of bearing specifically designed to follow the movement of a cam, converting its rotational motion into linear or oscillating motion. It consists of a heavy-duty roller mounted on a shaft, riding along the surface of a cam or guiding a follower mechanism. The unique ability of cam followers to handle both radial and axial loads makes them essential in cam mechanisms, automation systems, and other industrial machinery requiring precise motion control.
Unlike ball and roller bearings, where the size is determined by the bore diameter (d), cam followers are sized based on their outside diameter (D).
Types of Cam Followers
- Stud-Type Cam Followers: These feature a stud that allows easy installation into machine parts.
- Yoke-Type Cam Followers: These have a central bore and are mounted through their axis, designed for handling higher loads.
- Needle Roller Cam Followers: Built for high-load applications, they use needle rollers to distribute the load more efficiently.
- Crowned Cam Followers: These have a slightly curved outer surface, allowing them to accommodate slight misalignments while still performing optimally.
Material Specifications
Our cam followers are manufactured using high-grade stainless steel or customized:
- Outer ring: Martensitic stainless steel (AISI 440C)
- Excellent wear resistance
- High hardness after heat treatment
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Stud/Pin: Austenitic stainless steel (AISI 316)
- Outstanding corrosion resistance
- Excellent chemical resistance
- High strength and durability
- Rolling elements: AISI 440C stainless steel
- Precision ground
- Optimized surface finish
- Consistent dimensional accuracy
Key Applications
Particularly suited for:
- Food processing equipment
- Pharmaceutical machinery
- Chemical processing systems
- Marine applications
- Medical equipment
- Clean room environments
- Beverage production lines
- Dairy processing equipment
Performance Advantages
- Corrosion Resistance
- Superior resistance to rust and oxidation
- Excellent performance in wet environments
- Chemical resistance
- Suitable for wash-down applications
- Hygienic Design
- Smooth surface finish
- Minimized contamination risk
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Compliant with sanitary standards
- Operational Benefits
- Low maintenance requirements
- Extended service life in corrosive environments
- Reliable operation in wet conditions
- Temperature resistance
Why YLH Bearing?
Our stainless steel cam followers provide:
- Extended service life in corrosive environments
- Reduced maintenance costs
- Compliance with hygiene standards
- Reliable performance in demanding applications
- Lower total cost of ownership
