Cam Mechanism
Product Code : EL-AMLE-10617
Cam Mechanism (code EL-AMLE-10617) is a demonstration unit showing how a cam turns a uniform rotating drive motion into a non-uniform output motion, with or without latching. It is made up of a cam, an engaging member and a frame; the engaging member can be a roller plunger, a flat plunger or a cam follower, and cams of different shapes can be fitted.
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Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use | Demonstrating the function of a cam mechanism |
| Motion | Uniform rotating drive motion converted into non-uniform drive motion, with or without latching |
| Main parts | Cam, engaging member and frame |
| Engaging members | Roller plunger, flat plunger or cam follower |
| Cams | Different shapes and profiles, interchangeable |
| Movement path | Defined by the geometry of the cam |
| Stroke measurement | Travel of the engaging member measured to give the stroke |
| Angle measurement | Angular scale showing the angle of rotation |
| Product code | EL-AMLE-10617 |
| Manufacturer | Engineering Lab Equipment, Ambala, Haryana, India |
What Is the Cam Mechanism Used For?
Cams are used wherever a machine part has to move through a set pattern while a shaft turns steadily, the opening and closing of engine valves being a familiar case. On this unit the student turns the cam, reads the angle of rotation on the angular scale and measures the travel of the engaging member at each angle, building up a curve of stroke against cam angle. Repeating the test with cams of other shapes, or with the roller plunger, flat plunger or cam follower, shows how the cam profile and the type of follower decide the output motion.
What to Specify When Ordering
- Quantity — the number of cam units required.
- Cams — the cam shapes to be supplied with the unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What motion does the Cam Mechanism demonstrate?
It shows a uniform rotating drive motion being converted into a non-uniform drive motion, with or without latching, along a path set by the geometry of the cam.
Which follower types can be used?
The engaging member pressed by the cam profile can be a roller plunger, a flat plunger or a cam follower, so the motion given by each type can be compared.
How are stroke and angle read?
The stroke is found by measuring the travel of the engaging member, and an angular scale indicates the corresponding angle of rotation of the cam.
Can different cam profiles be tried?
Yes. Cams are available in different shapes, and changing the cam changes the movement path, since that path is defined by the geometry of the cam.
OEM Manufacturer
The Cam Mechanism is made by Engineering Lab Equipment (Engineering Labs Equipment Pvt Ltd) at its works at Plot No. 43, Industrial Park, Sector 2, Growth Center, Saha, District Ambala, Haryana, India. The company designs, makes and tests applied mechanics apparatus for statics, friction, machines and mechanisms for engineering colleges, polytechnics, technical training institutes and research laboratories in India and overseas, and can build equipment to an institution's own requirements. Tender and OEM enquiries are handled through the Tenders/OEM page.
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Request a Quote
For this and other applied mechanics lab equipment, schools and colleges can contact Engineering Lab Equipment, a manufacturer, supplier and exporter based in Ambala, India. To ask for a quotation, send the number of units and the cam shapes required and your delivery location through the contact page, or use the Add To Cart enquiry button on this page.
Last updated: October 2026
