The German couplings specialist R+W has developed a safety clutch which, it claims, is 60–70% lighter than conventional designs, and allows smaller clutches to be used in some…
Eaton Corp. developed a new series of ISO 16028 stainless steel quick-disconnect/non-spill couplings incorporating standard anti-extrusion Teflon seals and Viton O-rings. The new FD89 – 2000 Series couplings…
R+W America’s new torque limiter, the SL Series, utilizes a proven spring-loaded ball detent system, along with a previously patented preload for zero-backlash operation. To achieve its target…
The FD89 – 2000 Series couplings meet ISO 16028 dimensional requirements. These stainless steel quick-disconnect/non-spill couplings feature standard anti-extrusion Teflon® seals and Viton® O-rings. “FD89 couplings provide a…
The 16 mm diameter size Servo Class coupling has operating torque of 4.43 in.-lb in both single (SD) and double disc (SC) models. They suit applications that need…
By Tobias Wolf, Product Engineer, R+W GmbH and Andrew Lechner, Product Manager, R+W America. The concept of weight reduction through the use of high tech materials is not…
Leslie Langnau is the Managing Editor of the Design World Network. She also has more than 20 years experience as a technology editor, covering such areas as controls, mechanics, mechatronics, couplings, industrial networks, and the field now known as additive manufacturing (formerly rapid prototyping).
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