1413.06.08 Cam Followers.qxd - RBC Bearings

®HexLubeThe Universal Cam Follower Line by RBCRBC developed the Universal Cam Followerproduct line to replace standard cam followers, anddelivered two obvious benefits. First, it is possible torelubricate the hex head cam follower through thehead. The hex head feature is the preferred mountingmethod for stud-type cam followers, and now it canbe relubricated in tight spots or when stud access isrestricted. Second, the HexLube ® can eliminate theneed to stock both screwdriver slot and unsealed camfollowers. Your inventory can be reduced by about 50%!RBC looked at the cam follower market and found358 line items and five manufacturers (1790 line items!)The challenge was to reduce the number of part numbersneeded to satisfy the market without sacrificingfeatures and benefits. The answer was the “UniversalCam Follower Product Line.” The HexLube ® cam followerallows lubrication through the head of the camfollower, eliminating the need to stock the screwdriverslot series. Also eliminated from the line were all unsealedcam followers. Reducing your inventory by thislarge amount results in real savings. The end result isa product line with just 186 line items!RelubricatethroughHex HeadTHE RBC HexLube ®SAVINGS AT EVERY TURN!✔ Inventory Reduction of About 50%✔ Allows Relubrication in tight spotsor when stud access is limited✔ HexLube ® Universal Cam Followercan eliminate the need to stockscrewdriver slots or unsealedcam followers✔ Sizes from 3/4" to 7" O.D.✔ Eccentric and Crowned versions✔ Available in Standard Stud and Heavy Stud13