Description
Amarillo Drive Shaft Composite Coupling Information
Comparison with Steel Drive Shafts |
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Features |
Benefits |
High Strength to Weight Ratio |
Composite center spacer member weight is a mere fraction of the weight of a steel drive shaft center member. |
Inherent Corrosion Resistance |
Composite materials have corrosion resistance exceeding that of 316 stainless steel. |
Long Spans |
Eliminates requirement for high maintenance and costly intermediate pillow block bearings. |
Patented Composite Flex Disc |
Low maintenance; no fretting corrosion of steel “shim” packs, plus much easier installation and maintenance. |
Dimensionally Stable |
Very low Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (CTE). |
Vibration & Shock Control |
The natural dampening of composite materials reduces the transmission of vibration throughout the power train, resulting in less wear and tear on mechanical equipment. |
Comparison with Other Composite Drive Shafts |
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Features |
Benefits |
Greater Misalignment Capacity |
When misalignment occurs due to mechanical equipment shifting, greater than one degree of angular misalignment per flex disc allowed. |
Composite Flex Discs |
Color coded by size for easy identification. Includes integral 316 SS bushings. |
Registered Bushings & Flanges |
Lower stress concentrations and better assurance of alignment. |
High Strength Composite Flange Hubs |
Spacer tube flange hubs are strong and corrosion resistant, while at the same time lightweight, reducing overhung loads. |
316 SS Flange Hubs |
Corrosion resistance of stainless steel for motor & gearbox hubs. |
Standard 316 SS Hardware |
Since precision hardware is not required, fasteners are easily replaced, and at lower costs. Optional monel hardware available. |
High Service Factor Rating |
Capable of withstanding repetitive high start-up torques. |
Balancing |
All drive shafts are dynamically balanced to AGMA 9000-C90, Class 9 specifications. |
Process Verification |
Each Amarillo composite drive shaft is tested to 4 times continuous operating torque prior to shipment. |
Easier Installation |
Fewer parts required at each flex disc connection. |
Special Shipping Tubes |
Designed to give ultimate drive shaft protection for both international and domestic shipments. |
