For cam followers to deliver reliable, long-term performance, effective lubrication and sealing are essential. In challenging industrial environments, factors like dust, debris, and heavy usage can significantly reduce a cam follower’s lifespan, wearing down its rolling contact surfaces over time.
Maintenance of traditional cam followers can be time-consuming and costly. Depending on the setup, maintenance teams may face challenges such as accessing hard-to-reach components for re-lubrication or disassembling machinery entirely. This process often leads to extended equipment downtime and higher labor expenses.
However, cam followers with advanced self-lubricating technology offer a solution to these issues, ensuring longer lifespans and hassle-free operation.
Innovative Self-Lubricating Cam Followers
Our lineup includes two self-lubricating solutions, both utilizing proprietary C-Lube technology, designed to minimize maintenance requirements:
Built-In C-Lube Cam Followers
These cam followers feature a thermosetting solid lubricant pre-packed into the bearing space. As the bearing rotates, the lubricant is automatically distributed, providing continuous protection. Additional benefits include:
Enhanced sealing to prevent contamination from particles.
A reduced radial gap within the needle roller bearing to handle impact loads more effectively.
Extended lifespan due to consistent lubrication.
These cam followers are available with stud diameters ranging from 5 to 20 millimeters and include the same features as standard models:
Low friction.
High rigidity and precision.
Excellent rotational performance.
High load capacity.
Simple installation using a hex wrench.
External C-Lube Units
Designed to work with existing cam followers, these units apply lubricating oil to the outer ring and mating track surface. This external system ensures the bearing remains properly lubricated, even in harsh conditions, for long-lasting operation.
Benefits of C-Lube Technology
Both the built-in C-Lube cam followers and external C-Lube units provide maintenance-free performance, significantly reducing downtime and the labor costs associated with manual lubrication. They offer a cost-effective solution to maintain optimal performance in demanding environments while extending the lifespan of your cam followers.
Say Goodbye to Maintenance Hassles
Lubrication is essential for ensuring the longevity and reliability of cam followers, but it doesn’t have to be a burden. With our C-Lube cam followers and C-Lube units, you can enjoy continuous lubrication that protects against wear and contamination, lowers maintenance costs, and ensures dependable operation in industrial applications.