{"product_id":"standard-metric-cam-follower-cf18vb-single-unit-fu","title":"Standard Metric Cam Follower CF18VB, Single Unit, Full-Complement High-Carbon Steel, Cylindrical Outer Ring, Shielded, Hex Head Stud, M18x1.5 thread, 40 mm roller, 25.3 kN dynamic, 51.3 kN static","description":"Single metric cam follower CF18VB, shielded hex head\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 40 mm roller, M18x1.5 thread, 25.3 kN dynamic, 51.3 kN static\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis single CF18VB cam follower is a shielded metric roller bearing used in linear slide units, cam drives, conveyors, and automation where a durable, high-load rolling contact is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n✅ Model: CF18VB, CF-B Metric Series\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Type: Standard cam follower, uncaged full-complement retainer\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Roller: 40 mm diameter, 20 mm width\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Stud: M18x1.5 thread, 18 mm stud diameter, 19 mm thread length\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Material: High-carbon steel, cylindrical outer ring, shielded enclosure\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Load ratings: Dynamic 25,300 N, Static 51,300 N\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Temp range: -20 to 120 C operating temperature\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Pack: Single bearing, weight 0.560 lb each\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e💡 What is a cam follower used for in linear slide units and cam-driven systems?\nA cam follower converts rotary cam motion into controlled rolling linear motion for guided movement, indexing, and load transfer in automation and machine applications.\nQuick overview:\n- Acts as a rolling contact element to follow cam profiles and guide motion in linear slide units and conveyor systems, reducing wear versus sliding bearings.\n- Works well where sealed ball bearing solutions or cylindrical roller options are needed for debris protection; ceramic variants are an option for high-speed or corrosive setups.\n- Select based on stud size, load ratings, enclosure type, and operating temperature for long life in machine tools and automated equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bearings Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52511584551231,"sku":"862978","price":242.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/4750\/8031\/files\/b68a78582bc82f904f6e2cd8b52f75e9.png?v=1776633616","url":"https:\/\/bearingscanada.com\/products\/standard-metric-cam-follower-cf18vb-single-unit-fu","provider":"Bearings Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}