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Why do you need an industrial cardan shaft?

by Cardan Shafts Industrial Cardan Shafts Manufacturers in India
Cardan shafts, or driveshafts as they are known were first used in the modern automotive industry. It appeared initially during the mid-19th century in Stover’s new patent in 1861 on ‘matching and planning’ machines. It helped replace a belt drive present over the drive. Its second appearance was in 1861. It was for ‘Watkins & Bryson’’ horse-drawn lawn mover patent.

About Industrial Cardan Shaft

It comprises two cross joints, a telescopic sleeve, and a shaft tube. The sleeve adjusts automatically, the distance between the drive axle and the transmission. Cross joint ensures angle change between drive axle input and transmission output shaft. It realizes the two shafts speed transmission that is essential for smooth operation.

Heavy-duty, high-speed power transmission

Some shafts act as vibration damp, cushioning, and to enhance the shaft system’s dynamic performance. The shaft contains two halves connected with the driven shaft and the main shaft. General power equipment couples the working equipment using shafts. Hence, choose Cardan Shaft Coupling with great care.

How can shafts assist during machine operation?

They help transmit more torque and power during machine operation. They damp, cushion, and enhance the shaft system’s dynamic performance. Transmission in a traditional industry is performed using chains or drive belts. Torque is transmitted with little torque and requires frequent maintenance and short working time. Transmission can be done at diverse angles (between 0 and 45 degrees Celsius) using Cardan Shafts.

Increased efficiency

Cardan Shaft Bearing uses an easy-to-transport, single-piece forkhead. While using it for transmitting power, transmission efficiency can reach 98-99.8 percent. Hence, it helps in saving precious energy. It has an easy-to-maintain, simple structure. You only need to refuel cross u-joints regularly.

Know the types

They are used widely in the automotive and mechanical engineering sectors. Based on their structure, they are divided into long-life, light, medium, ultra-short, and through Cardan shafts.

Long types have high torsional rigidity, low inertia, maximum bearing life, and lightweight design. They are used in marine drives, pumping equipment, down coilers, and large paper machines. Torques range between 40,000 and 225,000 N.m, while flange diameters are between 160 and 390mm.

Light ones have low inertia and are constructed with large mounting angles. They are used to test machines, pumping equipment, general machinery, and paper-making machinery. Flange diameters vary from 58 to 225mm, while torques range between 180 and 22,000 N.m.

Medium-sized types are versatile products with high torque and compact rhythm. They are used mostly in large marine drives, steel rolling mills, and straightening machines. Torques range between 21,000 and 1,250,000 N.m., while flange ranges between 160 and 620mm.

Heavy-duty types are constructed using fixed raw materials. It uses special heat treatment procedures. They are used in windmill test machines, crushers, plate mills, and tube piercings. Torques range between 1,640,000 and 9,000,000 N.m., while flange diameters are between 680 and 1200mm.

Choose wisely

If it is time to replace your old cardan shaft, you should do it after careful consideration. Ensure buying superior-quality products that match your business requirements. Buy only from well-established suppliers.

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