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Clamping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings


Designed to grip evenly around your shaft, these couplings provide more holding power than set screw couplings without marring the shaft. Tighten the clamping screws to secure.
Spiral couplings have long cuts in their body for flexibility to handle parallel, axial, and angular misalignment better than parallel couplings. However, they’re not as rigid. Often used for light duty encoder and stepper drive applications, they allow zero backlash (no play) and never need lubrication. They’re also known as helical beam couplings.
Parallel couplings have short, intermittent cuts that make them more rigid and able to handle more torque and speed than spiral couplings, but they’re worse at correcting misalignment. Use them in high-torque applications, such as linear test systems and scientific instruments. They’re sometimes called slit couplings.
Aluminum couplings are lightweight with good corrosion resistance. Stainless steel couplings offer excellent corrosion resistance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||
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| For Shaft Dia. | Overall Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | For Motion Type | Each | |
Spiral Cut | ||||||||||
7075 Aluminum | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 3/16" | 22mm | 15mm | 6,000 | 7 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 1/4" | 28mm | 20mm | 6,000 | 10 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 3mm | 22mm | 15mm | 6,000 | 7 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 22mm | 15mm | 6,000 | 7 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 28mm | 20mm | 6,000 | 10 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 0000000 | 00000 |
303 Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 22mm | 15mm | 6,000 | 10 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 5mm | 22mm | 15mm | 6,000 | 10 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 6mm | 28mm | 20mm | 6,000 | 15 | 0.2mm | 3° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
Parallel Cut | ||||||||||
7075 Aluminum | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 1/8" | 16.8mm | 13mm | 12,000 | 7.1 | 0.08mm | 2.5° | 0.3mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 16.8mm | 13mm | 12,000 | 7.1 | 0.08mm | 2.5° | 0.3mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 20mm | 13mm | 12,000 | 7.1 | 0.15mm | 2.5° | 0.3mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
Set Screw Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

Tighten the set screws to fasten these couplings to your shaft. Set screws bite into the shaft to hold the couplings in place. All are lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum.
Spiral couplings have long, continuous cuts in the body, making them flexible enough to handle parallel, axial, and angular misalignment. Often used for light duty encoder and stepper drive applications, they allow zero backlash (no play) and never need lubrication. They’re also known as helical beam couplings. Spiral couplings are less rigid than parallel couplings.
Parallel couplings have short, intermittent slits in the body that create rigidity and high torque capabilities. Able to handle higher speeds than spiral couplings, they’re often used in linear test systems and scientific instruments. They're also known as slit couplings. Parallel couplings have do not handle misalignment as well as spiral couplings.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||
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| For Shaft Dia. | Overall Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | For Motion Type | Each | |
Spiral Cut | ||||||||||
7075 Aluminum | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 2mm | 12.7mm | 9.5mm | Not Rated | 3 | __ | 2° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 0000000 |
| 4mm × 2mm | 19.1mm | 12.7mm | Not Rated | 5 | __ | 2° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 12.7mm | 9.5mm | Not Rated | 3 | __ | 2° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 19.1mm | 12.7mm | Not Rated | 5 | __ | 2° | 0.12mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
Parallel Cut | ||||||||||
7075 Aluminum | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 2mm | 14.5mm | 8mm | 24,000 | 4.4 | 0.1mm | 2° | 0.1mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 11.7mm | 8mm | 40,000 | 4.4 | 0.05mm | 2° | 0.1mm | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
Clamping Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings


Designed to grip evenly around your shaft, these couplings provide more holding power than set screw couplings without marring the shaft. Tighten the clamping screws to secure. Good for precision motor and pump applications, the spider-shaped cushion reduces shock and compensates for minor shaft misalignment. Couplings allow zero backlash (no play).
A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one spider (each component sold separately). Hubs are lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum. Spiders are polyurethane for fair vibration damping and good chemical resistance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Durometer 98A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 1 7/64" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 30 | 0.003" | 0.8° | 0° to 180° | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 21.8mm | 15mm | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 8,000 | 16 | 0.002" | 0.8° | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Durometer 92A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 1 7/64" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 18 | 0.004" | 0.9° | 0° to 180° | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 21.8mm | 15mm | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 8,000 | 10 | 0.004" | 0.9° | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Durometer 85A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 1 7/64" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 10 | 0.005" | 1° | 0° to 180° | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 21.8mm | 15mm | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 8,000 | 4.8 | 0.005" | 1° | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Set Screw Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings


The included set screw holds the coupling in place. Good for precision motor and pump applications, the spider-shaped cushion reduces shock and compensates for minor shaft misalignment. Couplings allow zero backlash (no play).
A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one spider (each component sold separately). Spiders are polyurethane for fair vibration damping and good chemical resistance.
Aluminum hubs have good corrosion resistance and are lightweight, though not as lightweight as nylon hubs.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Durometer 98A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 21mm | 15mm | Round | Continuous, Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 16 | 0.002" | 0.8° | -10° to 180° | 00000000 | 000000 |
Durometer 92A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 21mm | 15mm | Round | Continuous, Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 10 | 0.004" | 0.9° | -10° to 180° | 00000000 | 000000 |
Durometer 85A Polyurethane Spiders | |||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 21mm | 15mm | Round | Continuous, Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 8,000 | 4.8 | 0.005" | 1° | -10° to 180° | 00000000 | 000000 |
High-Misalignment Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

Also called double-loop couplings, these have a flexible center that reduces vibration and compensates for high parallel and angular shaft misalignment. They allow zero backlash (no play) and will run smoothly and quietly. Fasten to your shaft by tightening the set screws, which bite into the shaft to hold it.
Stainless steel couplings offer excellent corrosion resistance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Misalignment Capability | |||||||||||
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| For Shaft Dia. | O'all Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | For Motion Type | Center Material | Temp. Range, °F | Each | |
Zinc-Plated Steel | |||||||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 51mm | 43mm | 3,600 | 12 | 0.125" | 15° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 5mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 6mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
316L Stainless Steel | |||||||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 4mm | 51mm | 43mm | 3,600 | 12 | 0.125" | 15° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 5mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 6mm | 29mm | 22mm | 3,600 | 3 | 0.094" | 10° | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | Polyurethane | 0° to 180° | 00000000 | 00000 |
Servomotor Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

Able to handle high twisting forces as well as misalignment, these couplings are good for high-performance servomotor applications. Couplings are aluminum and stainless steel for corrosion resistance and allow zero backlash (no play). They grip evenly around your shaft for a strong hold without marring the shaft. Tighten the clamping screws to secure.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Shaft Dia. | Overall Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | For Motion Type | Each | |
2017 Aluminum and 304 Stainless Steel | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 1 1/64" | 3/4" | 10,000 | 8 | 0.004" | 1° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 5mm | 1 1/64" | 3/4" | 10,000 | 8 | 0.004" | 1° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 6mm | 1 1/64" | 3/4" | 10,000 | 8 | 0.004" | 1° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 8mm | 1 1/64" | 3/4" | 10,000 | 8 | 0.004" | 1° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
High-Speed Servomotor Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

Connect shafts and ball screws to high-speed servomotors and stepper motors—these shaft couplings handle four times more speed than standard servomotor couplings. They’re often found on high-torque motors that frequently start and stop, such as those used with packaging machines, press brakes, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
With aluminum hubs joined by a flexible fluoroelastomer or nitrile rubber core, these shaft couplings dampen vibration and adjust for misalignment. When machines accelerate and decelerate quickly, these couplings remain stiff to maintain accuracy and repeatability, which prevents equipment from moving out of place. They also resist backlash, meaning all of the turning force from the motor is passed on to the connected shaft. The core resists water, petroleum-based chemicals, and inorganic acids while also insulating bearings, encoders, and other shaft components from stray electric current. Clamping screws provide hold without marring shafts; they’re useful in applications where shafts are frequently assembled and disassembled.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Shaft Dia. | Overall Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | For Motion Type | Each | |
2017 Aluminum with Fluoroelastomer Rubber Center | ||||||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 29/32" | 19/32" | 40,000 | 9 | 0.006" | 1.5° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 4mm × 5mm | 29/32" | 19/32" | 40,000 | 9 | 0.006" | 1.5° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 6mm | 29/32" | 19/32" | 40,000 | 9 | 0.006" | 1.5° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 4mm × 8mm | 1 1/32" | 3/4" | 30,000 | 18 | 0.006" | 1.5° | 0.008" | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 00000000 | 00000 |
Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings


Each hub includes a set screw (unless noted), which bites into your shaft to hold the coupling in place. Also known as Lovejoy® couplings, these three-piece couplings have a spider-shaped cushion between two hubs to reduce shock and handle minor shaft misalignment.
Buna-N spiders provide good vibration damping and chemical resistance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Buna-N Rubber Spiders | |||||||||||||
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Steel Hubs | Misalignment Capability | ||||||||||||
| Overall Lg., mm | OD, mm | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia., mm | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| *Not drilled or tapped for set screw. Set screw not included. | |||||||||||||
| 21 | 16 | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4 | 00000000 | 00000 | 31,000 | 3 | 0.015" | 1° | -40° to 212° | 0000000 | 00000 |
Clamping High-Parallel-Misalignment Flexible Shaft Couplings


Designed to grip evenly around your shaft, these couplings provide more holding power than set screw couplings without marring the shaft. Tighten the clamping screws to secure. Also known as Oldham couplings, they have a slotted disc that allows hubs to slide independently—good for applications with parallel shaft misalignment. They also allow zero backlash (no play) and never need lubrication.
A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one disc (each component sold separately).
Aluminum hubs are lightweight and have good corrosion resistance.
Acetal discs stand up to high twisting forces. Nylon discs have excellent vibration and shock absorption. PEEK discs have excellent impact resistance and the chemical resistance to withstand a variety of acids and other harsh substances.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Set Screw High-Parallel-Misalignment Flexible Shaft Couplings


Each hub includes a set screw, which bites into your shaft to hold the coupling in place. Also known as Oldham couplings, these couplings have a slotted disc that allows hubs to slide independently—good for applications with parallel shaft misalignment. They also allow zero backlash (no play) and never need lubrication.
A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one disc (each component sold separately). Hubs are made of aluminum, so they’re lightweight and have good corrosion resistance.
Acetal discs stand up to high twisting forces. Nylon discs have excellent vibration and shock absorption. PEEK discs have excellent impact resistance and the chemical resistance to withstand a variety of acids and other harsh substances.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Acetal Plastic Discs | ||||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | |||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 5/8" | 1/2" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 4,500 | 34 | 0.004" | 0.5° | 0.002" | -10° to 150° | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 7/8" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 4,500 | 93 | 0.008" | 0.5° | 0.004" | -10° to 150° | 00000000 | 0000 |
Nylon Plastic Discs | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | |||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 5/8" | 1/2" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 4,500 | 25 | 0.004" | 0.5° | 0.002" | -10° to 130° | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 7/8" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 4,500 | 85 | 0.008" | 0.5° | 0.004" | -10° to 130° | 00000000 | 00000 |
PEEK Plastic Discs | ||||||||||||||
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2024 Aluminum Hubs | Misalignment Capability | |||||||||||||
| Overall Lg. | OD | For Shaft Type | For Motion Type | For Shaft Dia. | Each | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | Parallel | Angular | Axial | Temp. Range, °F | Each | ||
| 5/8" | 1/2" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 000000 | 4,500 | 6 | 0.004" | 0.5° | 0.002" | -10° to 300° | 000000000 | 000000 |
| 7/8" | 3/4" | Round | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop | 4mm | 0000000 | 00000 | 4,500 | 20 | 0.008" | 0.5° | 0.004" | -10° to 300° | 000000000 | 00000 |
Two-Piece Shaft Couplings
Install and remove these shaft couplings without disconnecting the shafts, motors, and other attached components—they’re made in two pieces so you don’t need to slide them onto shaft ends. They’re also useful when you have limited access to the ends of the shafts. These couplings clamp onto the shafts, creating a secure hold that won’t mar them. Good for high-torque applications, they have a rigid construction. However, their rigidity means these couplings can only connect shafts that are well aligned.
Steel couplings are stronger and handle higher torque loads than aluminum and stainless steel couplings.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

| For Shaft Dia. | Overall Lg. | OD | Max. Speed, rpm | Max. Torque, in.-lbs. | For Motion Type | Each | |
Black-Oxide Steel | |||||||
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For Round Shafts | |||||||
| 4mm × 4mm | 22mm | 15mm | 4,000 | 25 | Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop, Continuous | 00000000 | 000000 |

























