Product Overview: The CF 20 Cam Follower Track Roller
The CF 20 is a high-performance, stud-type cam follower designed for direct mounting onto machine components. With a roller outer diameter of 20mm, a stud diameter of 8mm, and a roller width of 11mm, this compact unit serves as a highly efficient track roller. It is a specialized type of needle roller bearing engineered to follow a cam or track, effectively converting rotary motion into precise linear motion. As a crucial component in our Track Rollers and Cam Followers collections, the CF 20 integrates a full complement of needle rollers within a thick-walled outer ring, providing exceptional radial load capacity and shock resistance.
This design eliminates the need for a separate shaft or bolt, simplifying installation and saving space. The CF 20 is an essential component for a wide range of automated machinery and linear motion systems, offering reliability and smooth operation. Explore our comprehensive selection of bearing accessories to find the perfect solution for your industrial application.
Key Features of the CF 20
- Stud-Type Design: Features an integrated stud for simple and secure mounting using a standard hex nut.
- High Load Capacity: A full complement of needle rollers allows it to handle heavy radial loads and moderate shock loads.
- Thick-Walled Outer Ring: Specially designed to withstand the high stresses of rolling directly on a track surface.
- Crowned Outer Surface: The slightly crowned running surface helps to reduce edge stresses and accommodate minor misalignments, extending track and roller life.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-carbon chromium bearing steel for superior hardness, wear resistance, and longevity.
- Sealed for Protection: Equipped with seals on both sides to retain lubricant and protect against contaminants like dust and moisture.
Common Applications
- Automation and Robotics: Used extensively in robotic arms and automated assembly lines for precise guidance.
- Conveyor Systems: Ideal for guide rollers in material handling equipment and transfer lines.
- Machine Tools: Essential for tool changers, indexing tables, and other linear guidance mechanisms.
- Packaging Machinery: Ensures smooth and reliable operation in wrapping, bottling, and labeling machines.
- Printing Presses: Provides accurate guidance for paper feeds and printing cylinders.
- Electronic Component Mounters: Delivers the high precision required for positioning circuit boards and components.
- Food Processing Equipment: Suitable for use in machinery where reliable linear motion is critical.
Benefits of Using the CF 20
- Simplified Assembly: The integrated stud design reduces component count and simplifies the mounting process.
- Space-Saving: Its compact, all-in-one construction is ideal for applications with limited space.
- Enhanced Reliability: The robust design and high-quality materials ensure dependable performance even under demanding conditions.
- Reduced Maintenance: Pre-lubricated and sealed for life, minimizing the need for regular maintenance.
- Smooth and Accurate Motion: Engineered to provide low-friction, precise linear movement, improving overall machine efficiency.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Combines a bearing and stud into a single unit, offering an economical solution for linear motion challenges.
