Good Quality Industrial Flexible Coupling Flange Shaft Rubber Stainless Steel Couplings Transmission Parts Flexible Coupling

• Customization: Available
• Standard Or Nonstandard: Standard
• Shaft Hole: 8-24
• Model NO.: Flexible Coupling-YY
• Torque: >80N.M
• Bore Diameter: 19mm
• Speed: 4000r/M
• Structure: Flexible
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Type: Universal Coupling
• Transport Package: Wooden Box
• Trademark: no brand
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 848390009
• Production Capacity: 5000PCS/Week

Product Description

Good Quality Industrial Flexible Coupling Flange Shaft Rubber Stainless Steel
Couplings Transmission Parts Flexible Coupling

Product Description

 

Flexible couplings are mechanical devices used to connect two rotating shafts, primarily to transmit torque and motion, while also accommodating various types of misalignment that can occur between the shafts. Unlike rigid couplings, which require near-perfect alignment, flexible couplings can compensate for minor discrepancies.

Advantages of Flexible Couplings:

1. Accommodate Misalignment: This is the most significant advantage. Flexible couplings can compensate for:

   • Angular Misalignment: When the axes of the two shafts are not perfectly parallel but intersect at a small angle.
   • Parallel Misalignment (Offset): When the axes of the two shafts are parallel but not perfectly aligned.
   • Axial Misalignment: When the shafts move relative to each other along their axis. By accommodating these misalignments, they reduce stress on shafts, bearings, and seals.

2. Dampen Vibrations and Shock Loads: Many types of flexible couplings, particularly those with elastomeric (rubber or plastic) elements, can absorb and dampen torsional vibrations and shock loads generated by the driving or driven equipment. This protects connected machinery from harmful forces, leading to smoother and quieter operation.

3. Reduce Wear and Tear on Equipment: By absorbing vibrations and compensating for misalignment, flexible couplings significantly reduce the stress on bearings, seals, and other sensitive components of the connected shafts. This extends the service life of motors, pumps, gearboxes, and other machinery, reducing maintenance costs and downtime.

4. Permit Axial Movement (End Float): They allow for limited axial movement or "end float" between shafts. This is important in applications where thermal expansion or contraction of shafts occurs, preventing excessive thrust loads on bearings.

5. Electrical Isolation: Many flexible couplings (especially those with non-conductive elements like rubber or plastic spiders) can electrically isolate the driving and driven shafts. This prevents the transfer of stray electrical currents, which can cause galvanic corrosion or damage to sensitive components.

6. Ease of Installation: Often, flexible couplings are designed for relatively easy installation and can tolerate some installation inaccuracies, reducing setup time and labor.

7. Fail-Safe (for some types): Certain flexible couplings (like jaw couplings) are designed to be "fail-safe," meaning that even if the flexible element breaks or wears out, the metal hubs will still interlock and continue to transmit power (though with increased noise and wear). This can prevent complete system shutdown in critical applications.

8. Lubrication-Free (for many types): Many common flexible couplings, especially those with elastomeric elements, do not require lubrication, simplifying maintenance and reducing operational costs.