SimpLok™
Shaft Holder


  • All steel construction for maximum strength, rigidity and trouble-free service.
  • Designed to use anti-friction bearings ... the first step to optimum tension control.
  • For unwind or rewind shafts
  • Simple to install
  • Medium and heavy duty models designed for use with Sealmaster ER bearings.
  • Square bore adapter for textiles - eliminates need for open bronze bushing.
  • All modifications preassembled at the factory ... easily mounted to existing equipment.
  • "Building Block" concept permits several modifications:
  • Basic holders
    Drive modification
    Manual skew adjustment modification
    Manual lateral adjust modification
    Manual skew & lateral adjust modification
    Edge guiding modification
  • Backed by CAC's over 30 years of experience designing and manufacturing equipment for the converting industry.

SimpLok™ Standard Duty Basic Shaft Holders


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Basic shaft holder with tension brake



Standard Duty

for up to 1000 lb. loading


Medium Duty

for up to 2500 lb. loading


Heavy Duty

for up to 5000 lb. loading

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Shaft Holder Assembly with skew lateral adjustment and brake
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Filename  Description
18503-57 Standard Duty Shaft Holder - Basic Assembly
18503-59 Medium Duty Shaft Holder - Basic Assembly
18503-60 Heavy Duty Shaft Holder - Basic Assembly