PEM® Roller Bearing Fasteners: a space-saving alternative for slide-out mechanisms
PEM® Roller Bearing Fasteners combine fastening and roller bearings in one compact solution. This provides a simple slide-out mechanism with easy access to components in cabinets, enclosures and control panels, among other applications, without the need for conventional loose hardware or lubricants.
When space for a slide-out mechanism is limited
Slide-out mechanisms can make it easier to access components during assembly, servicing and maintenance. However, conventional solutions can take up a lot of space and require several separate components.
PEM® Roller Bearing Fasteners have been developed as a compact and cost-effective alternative. The solution is particularly relevant for cabinet designers and manufacturers where space is limited and the design needs to be simple.
Fastening and roller bearings in a single component
Roller Bearing Fasteners combine PEM® fastening technology with integrated roller bearings. The roller bearings provide the movement that allows part of the application to slide out, making it easier to access the components inside.
The solution is available in two variants:
- PEM® PFTRCS™ Self-Clinching Roller Bearing Fasteners
- PEM® PFTRFS™ Flaring Roller Bearing Fasteners
PFTRCS™ uses self-clinching technology, while PFTRFS™ is installed using flaring. The choice depends on factors such as the sheet material, the design and the preferred installation method.
Choose the right solution for the design
The right Roller Bearing Fastener should be selected based on the application’s design and its installation and movement requirements. The solution can be installed in sheets as thin as 1 mm.
- Assess how much space the slide-out mechanism can take up
- Determine the sheet material and thickness
- Choose between self-clinching and flaring
- Identify which components need to be accessible
- Assess the load and movement within the design
- Consider fastening early in the development process
- Test the solution in the specific application
Roller Bearing Fasteners operate without oil or other lubricants. This can simplify the design and reduce the need for additional components around the slide-out mechanism.
Compact access to cabinets and technical installations
PEM® Roller Bearing Fasteners are particularly well suited to cabinets, enclosures and interior fittings where components need to slide out and be easy to access.
The solution can be used in sectors including the metal industry, electronics, machine building, medical equipment and transport. Possible applications include enclosures, guards, control panels, storage compartments, cabins and seats.
Combining fastening and slide-out functionality in a single compact component allows for a simpler, more space-saving design. The result is also a solution that is easy to install and requires no additional loose hardware to provide access to the application.
Slide-out functions
Does your design need a compact slide-out function?
Get help assessing whether PEM® Roller Bearing Fasteners are suitable for your application.