
MCGILL MCF 16 SB cam follower
- Brand
- McGILL
- Category
- Bearings
- Subcategory
- Cam follower and support roller
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Since 1945 · Martínez, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Description
McGILL MCF 16 SB is a reference of cam follower, within Bearings. Request a quote for MCF 16 SB via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.
The MCGILL MCF SB series cam follower is a roller bearing with a threaded stud, designed to be mounted directly on a cam or a linear guide. It is used as a support roller in mechanisms where the load is radial and the reciprocating or rolling motion demands high rigidity. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and advises you on choosing the correct part number for your application.
The MCF SB series designation combines letters and numbers that identify the size and features of the follower. The letters MCF correspond to the family of metric cam followers; SB indicates a variant with integrated sealing. The numbers that appear in the examples, such as MCF 16 SB or MCF 40 SB, indicate the outer diameter of the roller in millimeters. Thus, the higher the number, the larger the diameter and load capacity. To confirm the exact designation of your equipment, you can send us the complete part number.
These followers are used in drive cams, machine tool guides, conveyors, presses and reciprocating motion systems. In Argentine industry they appear in packaging lines, cutting equipment, textile machines and automation systems where a robust, easy-to-mount support roller is required. Their threaded stud allows them to be fastened with a nut onto a plate or bracket, simplifying the mechanism design.
To select the right follower, take into account the outer diameter, the stud thread and the type of sealing. The SB variant incorporates seals that retain lubricant and block contaminants, ideal for environments with dust or chips. Mounting requires a support surface that is flat and perpendicular to the stud axis, and careful alignment to avoid side loads. Periodic lubrication with quality grease extends the service life of the bearing.
MCGILL cam followers are interchangeable with other brands that manufacture metric support rollers with a threaded stud, as long as dimensions, thread and load capacity match. When requesting a quote, it is advisable to compare the complete designation and verify functional equivalence. MR Accesorios Industriales sells the MCGILL brand and can guide you on options that correspond in the local market.
If you need a cam follower for your machine, write to us on WhatsApp with the part number or the dimensions of the roller you are replacing. At MR Accesorios Industriales we reply shortly with the quote and availability of the MCF SB series. We can also advise you if you are looking for a variant with or without sealing, or if you need to confirm interchangeability with another manufacturer.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Send us the part number via WhatsApp and we'll confirm the dimensions and version against the manufacturer's data sheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the SB suffix mean in MCF followers?
- The SB suffix identifies the variant with integrated sealing within the MCF series. These seals retain grease and protect the bearing against dust, chips and moisture, which is key in demanding industrial environments. If your application is clean, you can ask about other variants of the same series.
- How do I choose the correct cam follower size?
- The number that follows MCF indicates the outer diameter of the roller in millimeters. You must select the size that matches the housing or cam of your machine, and verify the stud thread. If you have doubts, send us the dimensions or the original part number and we will help you define the replacement.
- Are MCGILL followers interchangeable with other brands?
- Yes, in general they are interchangeable with other metric support rollers with a threaded stud, as long as outer diameter, thread, width and load capacity match. It is not enough for the part number to be similar: dimensions and performance must be compared. Ask us about the equivalence of your part number.

