CARTER MANUFACTURING CO., INC. 1725 AIRPARK DRIVE GRAND HAVEN, MI 49417 Office: 616.842.8760 Fax: 800.842.0644 http://www.carterbearings.com
APPLICATION AND BEST PRACTICES FOR CARTER CAM FOLLOWER BEARINGS APPLICATION AND BEST PRACTICES FOR CARTER CAM FOLLOWER BEARINGS
CONTENTS
PAGE 3 - Application Considerations
Mounting Considerations
Cam Follower Mounting Details
PAGE 4 - Cam Follower Applications
PAGE 5 - Preferred Method for Cam Follwer Bearings (w/ Jam nut and Lock Washer)
PAGE 6 - Preferred Method for Cam Follwer Bearings (w/ Threaded Hole)
PAGE 7 - Non-Preferred Method for Cam Follower Bearings
PAGE 8 - Best Practices for Mounting Carter Yoke Roller Bearings
Preferred Method for Yoke Roller Bearings
PAGE 9 - Non-Preferred but Acceptable Method for Yoke Roller Bearings
PAGE 10 - Non-Preferred Method for Yoke Roller Bearings
PAGE 11 - Cam Follower and Yoke Roller Lubrication Best Practices
APPLICATION AND BEST PRACTICES FOR CARTER CAM FOLLOWER BEARINGS
Application Considerations The proper selection and application of cam follower bearings, including the related area of product safety, is the responsibility of the end user. Operating and performance requirements and potential associated issues will vary appreciably depending upon the use and application of such products and components. The scope of the technical and application information included in this publication is necessarily limited. Unusual operating environments and conditions, lubrication requirements, loading supports, and other factors can materially affect the application and operating results of the products and components, and the end user should carefully review their requirements. Any technical advice or review furnished by Carter Manufacturing Co., Inc. with respect to the use of products and components is given in good faith and without charge, and Carter Manufacturing Co., Inc. assumes no obligation or liability for the advice given, or results obtained, all such advice and review being given and accepted at end user's risk.
Mounting Considerations The following should be considered in mounting Carter Cam Follower Bearings: