Overview
The Timken CRS-28 cam follower is a sealed needle-bearing unit engineered for reliable cam-driven motion control. Manufactured by Torrington (a Timken Company), this industrial-grade bearing features a 1-3/4″ outer diameter and chrome steel stud for wear resistance and durability. The sealed design protects internal needle bearings from contamination, making it ideal for packaging machinery, automation equipment, and other precision motion applications where uptime is critical.
Key Features
- Sealed needle roller bearings minimize friction and reduce maintenance requirements
- Chrome steel construction provides excellent wear and corrosion resistance
- 1-3/4″ (1.75″) outer diameter accommodates a wide range of camshaft profiles
- Compact design simplifies installation into existing mechanical assemblies
- Torrington engineering ensures consistent performance across industrial duty cycles
Technical Specifications
- Outer Diameter: 1-3/4″ (1.75 inches)
- Stud Diameter: 0.75 inch
- Roller Width: 1.0 inch
- Stud Length: 1.75 inches
- Weight: 0.84 lbs
- Material: Chrome steel
- Bearing Type: Sealed needle roller
- Manufacturer: Timken / Torrington
- Part Number: CRS-28
Typical Applications
- Packaging and labeling machinery with cam-driven indexing systems
- Textile and print equipment cam followers
- Food processing and bottling line automation
- Industrial automation motion control assemblies
- Printing press and converting equipment
- General mechanical power transmission in manufacturing equipment
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard industrial camshaft designs with appropriate profile geometry
- Mechanical motion systems requiring 1-3/4″ roller diameter capacity
- Equipment originally specifying Timken Torrington cam followers
- Industrial machinery designed for needle-bearing cam follower construction
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Direct replacement for Timken Torrington CRS-28 assemblies
- Compatible with equipment designed for 1-3/4″ sealed needle-bearing followers
- Suitable for systems originally equipped with equivalent Torrington stud-type followers
Works With
- Any standard industrial camshaft meeting CRS-28 profile specifications
- Mechanical linkage and motion control systems using stud-mounted followers
- Both horizontal and vertical cam-driven applications
- Equipment requiring sealed bearings for contamination protection
