Product Description

Product Description

Flexible couplings are used to transmit torque from 1 shaft to another when the 2 shafts are slightly misaligned. It can accommodate varying degrees of misalignment up to 3°. In addition to allowing for misalignment, it can also be used for vibration damping or noise reduction.
Encoder couplings, flexible coupling, couplings working with Encoder & all kinds of motors (servo motor, DC motor, AC motor, gear motors).

MODEL	OD(mm)	Length(mm)	Bore range(mm)
JM14	14	22	3-7
JM14C	14	22	3-6
JM16	16	22	3-7
JM16C	16	22	3-7
JM20	20	30	4-10
JM20C	20	30	4-10
JM25	25	34	4-12
JM25C	25	34	4-12
JM30	30	35	5-16
JM30C	30	35	5-16
JM40	40	66	8-24
JM40C	40	66	8-24
JM55	55	78	10-28
JM55C	55	78	10-28
JM65	65	90	12-38
JM65C	65	90	12-38
JM80	80	114	16-45
JM80C	80	114	16-45
JM95	95	126	20-55
JM95C	95	126	20-55
JM105	105	140	20-62
JM105C	105	140	20-62
JM120	120	160	20-74
JM120C	120	160	20-74
JM135	135	185	22-80
JM135C	135	185	22-80
“C” means clamp type jaw coupling   Without “C” means setscrew type jaw coupling

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Recent Advancements in Rubber Coupling Technology

In recent years, rubber coupling technology has seen several advancements aimed at improving performance, durability, and overall efficiency:

• Enhanced Rubber Compounds: Development of advanced rubber compounds with improved resistance to wear, heat, chemicals, and environmental conditions.
• Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: Utilization of innovative manufacturing processes like injection molding and vulcanization to create couplings with consistent quality and higher precision.
• Improved Design: Integration of advanced design techniques and computer simulations to optimize the shape and characteristics of rubber elements, resulting in enhanced flexibility and damping properties.
• Customization: Increasing focus on offering customizable rubber couplings to meet specific application requirements and environmental conditions.
• Smart Couplings: Incorporation of sensors and monitoring systems into rubber couplings, allowing real-time tracking of coupling performance and condition.

These advancements have led to rubber couplings that offer better torque transmission, improved vibration isolation, longer service life, and reduced maintenance needs.

Common Rubber Materials Used in Manufacturing Rubber Couplings

Various rubber materials are used in the manufacturing of rubber couplings, each chosen based on its specific properties and the intended application:

• Neoprene: Known for its oil and chemical resistance, neoprene rubber is used in couplings that require durability and resistance to harsh environments.
• Nitrile: Nitrile rubber offers excellent oil and fuel resistance, making it suitable for applications in machinery that involve contact with lubricants.
• Natural Rubber: Natural rubber provides good elasticity and flexibility, making it suitable for couplings requiring high levels of shock and vibration absorption.
• EPDM: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber offers good resistance to weather, ozone, and aging, making it suitable for outdoor or high-temperature applications.
• Polyurethane: Polyurethane rubber offers high abrasion resistance and can handle higher load capacities, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.

The choice of rubber material depends on factors such as the operating environment, chemical exposure, temperature range, flexibility requirements, and load conditions. Engineers select the appropriate rubber material to ensure the coupling’s performance and longevity in specific applications.

Main Advantages of Using Rubber Couplings in Industrial Applications

Rubber couplings offer several key advantages when used in industrial applications. These advantages make them a popular choice for various industries and mechanical systems:

• Misalignment Tolerance: Rubber couplings can accommodate angular, parallel, and axial misalignments between connected shafts, reducing the need for precise alignment during installation and operation.
• Vibration Damping: The rubber elements of these couplings absorb and dampen vibrations, minimizing the transmission of vibrations and shocks to other components. This helps prevent damage, wear, and noise generation.
• Shock Absorption: In systems where sudden shocks or impacts occur, rubber couplings absorb and cushion the impact, protecting connected components from damage.
• Noise Reduction: The ability to dampen vibrations also contributes to noise reduction, creating quieter operation environments for machinery and equipment.
• Equipment Protection: Rubber couplings protect sensitive equipment from excessive loads, vibrations, and shocks, enhancing the longevity and reliability of the system.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to some other coupling types, rubber couplings are generally cost-effective to manufacture, purchase, and maintain.
• Easy Installation: The flexibility and design of rubber couplings make them relatively easy to install without the need for specialized tools or complex procedures.
• Minimal Maintenance: Rubber couplings require minimal maintenance and lubrication, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Wide Range of Applications: Rubber couplings are versatile and find applications in various industries, including automotive, power generation, pumps, conveyors, and more.

In summary, the main advantages of using rubber couplings in industrial applications include their ability to tolerate misalignment, dampen vibrations, absorb shocks, reduce noise, protect equipment, cost-effectiveness, easy installation, low maintenance requirements, and suitability for a wide range of applications.

editor by CX 2023-08-21