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News Release from: Eriks UK | Subject: Falk Steelflex
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 16 July 2002
Coupling combines the best of both
worlds
The Falk Steelflex coupling combines the high-load capacities of standard gear couplings with the flexibility of elastomer based versions.
Wyko has extended its Falk range of couplings with the new Steelflex type, which combines the high-load capacities of standard gear couplings with the flexibility of elastomer based versions The Steelflex tapered grid design provides a cost-effective, general purpose coupling that dependably protects expensive drive systems from damaging misalignment, vibrations, shock and thrust loads
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 9 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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By offering torque capacities of up to 932kNm, Steelflex couplings provide an inexpensive solution for protecting even the most robust transmission components.
Acting as an interface between the bearing, shaft or housing, they absorb the rocking motion that causes detrimental parallel, angular and axial misalignment in motor and gear systems.
The Steelflex range outperforms standard and elastomeric couplings with a unique design, consisting of a high-strength steel grid looped through the central body of the coupling.
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The body prevents horizontal and vertical movement while the grid acts as a flexing element to effectively absorb damaging forces caused by shaft misalignment, unexpected loads and excessive motor vibration.
Vibration, shock and peak loads on transmission components are reduced by as much as 30%, allowing systems to accommodate changing load conditions with the minimum of wear.
High levels of performance are achieved through the tapered alloy steel construction of the Steelflex coupling's flexing element, which is tempered to spring hardness and then precision-shot peened.
These manufacturing processes, commonly used in the aerospace industry, deliver benefits over other couplings that include an increase in torque rating of up to 10%.
The shot peening process also compresses the surface of the steel, allowing for a stronger and more compact design than many traditional gear couplings.
Unlike available alternatives, the Steelflex range features a modular construction which offers additional benefits due to the availability of drop-in replacement grids that enable users to leave the coupling body in place during fitting.
Downtime is saved by avoiding the need for transmission component removal/realignment and installation of the Steelflex range can avoid detrimental bearing side loads created by elastomer designs.
Available from Wyko in 25 sizes and 11 different types, Steelflex couplings can fit applications with bores of up to 508mm.
Each unit is backed by a five-year warranty when lubricated initially with Falk long term grease. Request a free brochure from Eriks UK ...
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