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Steel Cam Followers – Precision Cam Follower Bearings

Here at Bolton Engineering Products Ltd we provide top class steel cam followers designed to deliver precise motion control in demanding industrial applications. Our cam follower-bearing units can support high radial loads while damping linear or rotational motion.

If you are searching for durable cam followers for machinery, automation systems, or track-guided applications, BEP Ltd offers dependable UK supply with fast dispatch.

What Are Cam Followers?

Cam followers are specialised bearings designed to follow a cam lobe or track. Unlike standard bearings, they feature a thick outer ring to withstand shock loads and provide stable, accurate movement in guided systems.

They are commonly used in automation, conveyors, and mechanical assemblies where consistent motion tracking is required.

Types of Cam Followers

Understanding the types of cam followers helps ensure correct selection:

Stud Type Cam Followers

  • Threaded stud for easy mounting
  • Ideal for track rollers and indexing systems
  • Compact and simple installation

Yoke Type Cam Followers

  • Through-hole mounting design
  • Suitable for higher load applications
  • Increased rigidity for heavy-duty systems

Sealed Cam Followers

  • Protected against dust and contaminants
  • Reduced maintenance requirements

Key Features of Steel Cam Followers

  • High-strength steel construction
  • Thick outer ring for heavy radial loads
  • Smooth rolling contact for reduced friction
  • Available in sealed and shielded designs
  • Designed for high-speed and continuous-duty use

Typical Applications

  • Conveyor systems
  • Automation & robotics
  • Packaging machinery
  • Cam-driven assemblies
  • Linear motion systems
  • Track-guided mechanisms

Cam Follower Bearings – Quick Overview

Specification

Details

Product Type

Cam Follower Bearing

Material

Hardened Steel

Mounting

Stud Type / Yoke Type

Load Type

Radial & Shock Loads

Applications

Industrial & automation systems


Why Buy Cam Followers from BEP Ltd?

  • Trusted UK supplier of steel cam followers
  • Reliable stock of industrial-grade bearings
  • Competitive trade pricing
  • Fast UK dispatch
  • Expert technical guidance

Need help selecting the right cam follower bearing?

Contact our team today for expert advice and a fast quotation.

FAQs – Cam Followers

1. What are cam followers used for?

Cam followers are used to convert rotary motion into linear motion or to follow cam profiles in mechanical systems.

2. What are the main types of cam followers?

The main types include stud type, yoke type, and sealed cam followers.

3. Are steel cam followers suitable for heavy loads?

Yes. Steel cam followers are designed to withstand high radial and shock loads.

4. Where can I buy cam follower bearings in the UK?

You can purchase high-quality cam follower bearings online from Bolton Engineering Products Ltd, with reliable UK delivery.

Cam Followers

Steel Cam Followers – Precision Cam Follower Bearings

Here at Bolton Engineering Products Ltd we provide top class steel cam followers designed to deliver precise motion control in demanding industrial applications. Our cam follower-bearing units can support high radial loads while damping linear or rotational motion.

If you are searching for durable cam followers for machinery, automation systems, or track-guided applications, BEP Ltd offers dependable UK supply with fast dispatch.

What Are Cam Followers?

Cam followers are specialised bearings designed to follow a cam lobe or track. Unlike standard bearings, they feature a thick outer ring to withstand shock loads and provide stable, accurate movement in guided systems.

They are commonly used in automation, conveyors, and mechanical assemblies where consistent motion tracking is required.

Types of Cam Followers

Understanding the types of cam followers helps ensure correct selection:

Stud Type Cam Followers

  • Threaded stud for easy mounting
  • Ideal for track rollers and indexing systems
  • Compact and simple installation

Yoke Type Cam Followers

  • Through-hole mounting design
  • Suitable for higher load applications
  • Increased rigidity for heavy-duty systems

Sealed Cam Followers

  • Protected against dust and contaminants
  • Reduced maintenance requirements

Key Features of Steel Cam Followers

  • High-strength steel construction
  • Thick outer ring for heavy radial loads
  • Smooth rolling contact for reduced friction
  • Available in sealed and shielded designs
  • Designed for high-speed and continuous-duty use

Typical Applications

  • Conveyor systems
  • Automation & robotics
  • Packaging machinery
  • Cam-driven assemblies
  • Linear motion systems
  • Track-guided mechanisms

Cam Follower Bearings – Quick Overview

Specification

Details

Product Type

Cam Follower Bearing

Material

Hardened Steel

Mounting

Stud Type / Yoke Type

Load Type

Radial & Shock Loads

Applications

Industrial & automation systems


Why Buy Cam Followers from BEP Ltd?

  • Trusted UK supplier of steel cam followers
  • Reliable stock of industrial-grade bearings
  • Competitive trade pricing
  • Fast UK dispatch
  • Expert technical guidance

Need help selecting the right cam follower bearing?

Contact our team today for expert advice and a fast quotation.

FAQs – Cam Followers

1. What are cam followers used for?

Cam followers are used to convert rotary motion into linear motion or to follow cam profiles in mechanical systems.

2. What are the main types of cam followers?

The main types include stud type, yoke type, and sealed cam followers.

3. Are steel cam followers suitable for heavy loads?

Yes. Steel cam followers are designed to withstand high radial and shock loads.

4. Where can I buy cam follower bearings in the UK?

You can purchase high-quality cam follower bearings online from Bolton Engineering Products Ltd, with reliable UK delivery.

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CR36R IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type With Driver Slot

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CR24BUUR IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type hexagon hole

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CRY24V IKO Inch Series Non-separable Roller Follower

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CR26BR IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type hexagon hole

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CF8WBR IKO Thrust Disk Type Cam Follower

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CFES12-1BR M8x1.25 IKO Solid Eccentric Stud Type Cam Follower

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CFE10-1BR M12x1.5 IKO Eccentric Type Cam Follower (Caged Type)

£18.04 - £18.04
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CR26BUU M10x1.25 IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type hexagon hole

£22.19 - £22.19
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CF30VBR IKO Standard Type Cam Follower (Full Complement Type)

£65.93 - £65.93
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CFE24-1BUU IKO Eccentric Type Cam Follower (Caged Type)

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CR8-1VB M24x1.5 IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Full Compliment Type

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CRH26VUU - CFH1.5/8S IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CRH Full Complement Type

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CR16 IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type With Driver Slot

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CRH11V IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CRH Full Complement Type

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CR14 IKO Inch Series Cam Follower CR Caged Type With Driver Slot

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