Camera Cam And Gear Assembly

Item Name Code (INC) 39605

Cameras, Still Picture: Federal Supply Class: FSC 6720; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 6720
Photographic Equipment: Federal Supply Group: FSG 67; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 67
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An item consisting of a cam and a gear or collection of gears designed for use in a CAMERA (as modified). The item may include a housing and associated hardware such as pins, brackets, shafts and the like.

Additional Information for Camera Cam And Gear Assembly

A camera cam and gear assembly refers to the mechanism within a camera that controls the movement of various components, such as the lens, shutter, and film advance.

The cam and gear assembly consists of a series of gears and cams that work together to synchronize the different functions of the camera. The gears are responsible for transmitting power and motion from one component to another, while the cams control the timing and movement of specific parts.

For example, in a film camera, the cam and gear assembly is responsible for advancing the film, cocking the shutter, and controlling the aperture settings. When the user presses the shutter button, the cam and gear assembly ensures that the film is advanced, the shutter is released, and the exposure is made.

In digital cameras, the cam and gear assembly may still be present, although the functions may be slightly different. Instead of advancing film, the assembly may control the movement of the image sensor or the lens elements.

Overall, the camera cam and gear assembly is a crucial component that allows for the precise and coordinated movement of various parts within a camera, ensuring proper functionality and capturing high-quality images.