Clamping elements for shaft-hub connections
Shaft alignment is essential to ensure that the drivetrain functions optimally. Perfect shaft alignment is essential to avoid expensive repairs or even breakdowns. In this article, we at PMP explain the advantages of shaft alignment with a laser and present our services in the field of alignment control.
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In almost every industrial application, shaft-hub connections play an important role in mechanical engineering and must ensure efficient and safe torque and power transmission.
There are a large number of variants, which are divided into three groups: form-fit, material-fit and friction-fit connections. The Fastex series from Flender expands the product range with backlash-free and compact clamping elements for frictional connections and thus offers a further option for connecting shafts and hubs in addition to the classic keyway connection.
The new clamping elements from Flender are characterized by a higher power density and ensure reliable transmission of torques, axial forces and bending moments compared to keyway connections. The more compact dimensioning of the components, material savings and machining options through the use of unused shafts and low surface pressures on the contact surfaces ensure a connection that is gentle on components and increases the cost-effectiveness, efficiency and safety of industrial applications.
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Clamping elements for torque transmission – selection and technical framework conditions
The selection of the correct clamping elements for torque transmission depends on various technical conditions. The positioning of the clamping elements in the hub and the width of the hub itself have a direct influence on the transmission performance.
When selecting clamping elements, the installation situation and the required nominal torque must also be taken into account. It may be the case that the transmission capacity is reduced due to the installation situation, meaning that a different clamping element must be used that has a higher power density or allows a different positioning.
Nevertheless, there are applications in which the same clamping elements can often be used. However, the technical framework conditions should always be taken into account in order to ensure optimum torque transmission.
Maximum flexibility for shaft-hub connections
The new clamping sets added to Flender’s product portfolio are characterized by their cost-effectiveness, compactness, quick assembly, problem-free use in any Coupling and their optimum suitability for reversing operation. They offer reliable and backlash-free transmission of torques that can be loaded both axially and radially. Compared to the classic keyway connection, they offer an additional option that can provide advantages for the operator due to the specific requirements of the application.
“With the introduction of the new Fastex clamping elements, we are underpinning our reputation as the supplier with the most comprehensive, integrated portfolio of Couplings and connecting elements for industrial drives. Our customers require the highest reliability and quality for their systems and applications. The Fastex clamping elements offer them the usual Flender premium quality when connecting shafts and hubs,” says André Artmann, Head of Flender Coupling Sales.
PMP-Germany offers innovative clamping elements for your efficient shaft-hub connection
At PMP, we always strive to offer our customers the latest and best solutions for their shaft-hub connection requirements.
Contact our customer service team directly to find out more about the different types and applications of clamping elements. Convince yourself of the quality and reliability of Fastex clamping elements and optimize your industrial applications with the latest technologies!
