Who knew that something so small could make such a big difference in complex applications? We did, that’s who. Couplings—from bellows to jaw and Oldham to disc—are used in almost every motion control application to manage misalignment while transmitting torque from one shaft to another. They are often considered a commodity product but are too […]
Large hybrid couplings manage torsional vibration in drivetrains
Featuring extremely high torque ratings and torsional vibration management, Kop-Flexx Max-C WB hybrid couplings from Emerson Power Transmission, Florence, Ky., combine a maintenance-free, non-lubricated Max-C resilient coupling half with a lightweight diaphragm, disc or high-performance gear coupling half, depending on the application. They are best suited for drivetrains powered by synchronous motors, variable-frequency drives, […]
Flexible couplings highlighted in new catalog
Huco Dynatork has published a new catalog which showcases its lines of precision bellows and flex disc couplings; six, three, single and step beam couplings; and general purpose Oldham, Uni-Lat and Flex P couplings. Friction clutches are also offered. The easy-to-use catalog serves as an engineering resource by providing an application design guide, installation guide, […]
Flexible couplings on display at MDMEast
Key to any trade show display is something that will bring visitors to your booth. So you’ll often see cool, noisy machines or eye-catching contraptions that get attendees attention. That’s what brought me into R.P. Luce & Co. Inc.’s booth. The technical representative for a variety of components, including several motion control products, was showing […]
Beam couplings for encoder feedback systems
P and MW Series beam couplings from Ruland Manufacturing Co. Inc., Marlborough, Mass., are designed specifically for encoder feedback systems. They offer high misalignment capabilities with low bearing loads. Machined from a single piece of aluminum or stainless steel, these couplings feature two sets of two spiral cuts for increased torsional rigidity, accuracy, and repeatability […]
A look at coupling selection tools
I often think of how the Internet has changed our lives, and how it has made it so much simpler in many ways. For example, buying a rare item meant either hoping your local store had it in stock or paging through catalogs. Going on a trip used to mean highlighting a route on a […]
Flexible coupling resists distortion, corrosion
ERB series of flexible couplings from Autonics is made of super-high strength aluminum alloy (AL 7075-T6), which provides distortion resistance and high torsional stiffness. An alumite surface treatment also provides high corrosion resistance. The series supports two different connection types—clamp type and set screw type—that deliver more accurate revolution driving power and protect revolving objects […]
Quick-release hydraulic couplings promote safety in mining
Gates Corp., Denver, Colo., will officially release its new iLok coupling for underground coal mines at the 2013 Longwall USA Exhibition & Conference in Pittsburgh, June 11-13. The company says the couplings will revolutionize the longwall mining industry because unlike staple-lock couplings, the high-pressure designs can be connected to longwall mining machinery in seconds and […]
Ferrules simplify hydraulic hose coupling connections
Gates Corp. has launched a new line of six ferrules to complement its GlobalSpiral couplings for use on its wire-braid hydraulic hoses. Using these new components can simplify machine design, replacing up to 143 wire-braid couplings, for reduced inventory, weight, and costs. The GlobalSpiral couplings were originally designed for use with just spiral-wire hydraulic hose. […]
Coupling selection simplified with iPhone app
A smart phone app from Lovejoy makes coupling selection easy on the go. The free app, which is available from both iTunes and Google Play, is designed with distributors, end users and field reps in mind. Finding details on the company’s most popular couplings can be done in just a few steps with the new app. […]