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    Shaft Type

    Shaft Type

    Rotary Shafts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Shafts.
    Pair with gears, sprockets, and bearings to transmit rotary motion. Turned, ground, and polished to tight tolerances, these shafts reduce vibration, evenly distribute loads, and improve accuracy.
    Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel—The chrome plating creates a hard, protective barrier that withstands moisture. However, it can chip or flake under repeated impact or shock loads.
    Material
    Finish
    Lg.
    Straightness
    Tolerance
    Diameter
    Tolerance
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Each
    Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    12"0.0125"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Brinell 203MediumRockwell C68Ultra Hard5947K22000000
    18"0.0125"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Brinell 203MediumRockwell C68Ultra Hard5947K34000000
    24"0.0125"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Brinell 203MediumRockwell C68Ultra Hard5947K46000000
    36"0.0125"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Brinell 203MediumRockwell C68Ultra Hard5947K58000000
    48"0.0125"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Brinell 203MediumRockwell C68Ultra Hard5947K71000000
     

    Keyed Rotary Shafts

    Match with a machine key to prevent slipping while transmitting torque to gears and other components. Turned, ground, and polished to tight tolerances, these shafts reduce vibration, evenly distribute loads, and improve accuracy.
    Fully Keyed
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Shafts. Keyed Rotary Shafts, Fully Keyed.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Shafts. Keyed Rotary Shafts, Fully Keyed.
    Mount components anywhere along the length of these shafts. For secure torque transmission, slide a component from either end and lock it into place with an ANSI machine key (sold separately).
    Carbon Steel—Strong and easy to machine. These shafts work best in dry environments since moisture will cause steel to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. However, these shafts are more difficult to machine than carbon steel shafts.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 303 and 304 stainless steel shafts. They stand up to salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid.
    Keyway
    Material
    Certificate
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    ANSI Keys
    Included
    Straightness
    Tolerance
    Dia.
    Tolerance
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Type
    Form
    Each
    Carbon Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    3"3"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K207000000
    6"6"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K20800000
    9"9"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K20900000
    12"12"1/2"1/4"No0.003"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Rockwell C14MediumMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		8488T19400000
    12"12"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K33100000
    18"18"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K97500000
    24"24"1/2"1/4"No0.003"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Rockwell C14MediumMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		8488T195000000
    24"24"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K231000000
    36"36"1/2"1/4"No0.003"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Rockwell C14MediumMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		8488T196000000
    36"36"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K232000000
    48"48"1/2"1/4"No0.003"/1 ft.-0.0015" to 0"Rockwell C14MediumMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		8488T197000000
    48"48"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K233000000
    60"60"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K234000000
    72"72"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B95Medium——1497K235000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant 304 Stainless Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    3"3"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K6800000
    6"6"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K6900000
    9"9"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K82000000
    12"12"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K28000000
    24"24"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K18000000
    36"36"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K38000000
    48"48"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K58000000
    60"60"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K78000000
    72"72"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7398K98000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    12"12"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7405K28000000
    24"24"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7405K18000000
    36"36"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7405K38000000
    48"48"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7405K5800000000
    72"72"1/2"1/4"No0.013"/1 ft.-0.0035" to 0"Rockwell B85Medium——7405K9800000000
     
    Partially Keyed
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Shafts. Keyed Rotary Shafts, Partially Keyed.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Rotary Shafts. Keyed Rotary Shafts, Partially Keyed.

    These shafts combine keyed ends with a plain center for versatile assembly. The keyways on the ends lock with the included ANSI machine keys to transmit torque to components such as gears and sprockets. The plain center fits bearings and other round-bore parts.
    Carbon Steel—Strong and easy to machine. These shafts work best in dry environments since moisture will cause steel to rust.
    Keyway
    Material
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    ANSI Keys Included
    Straightness
    Tolerance
    Dia.
    Tolerance
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Each
    Carbon Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    24"4", 14"1/2", 1/2"1/4", 1/4"One 2" Long Key, One 4" Long Key0.003"/1 ft.-0.002" to 0"Brinell 190Medium6117K2150000000
    36"4", 14"1/2", 1/2"1/4", 1/4"One 2" Long Key, One 4" Long Key0.003"/1 ft.-0.002" to 0"Brinell 190Medium6117K216000000
    48"4", 14"1/2", 1/2"1/4", 1/4"One 2" Long Key, One 4" Long Key0.003"/1 ft.-0.002" to 0"Brinell 190Medium6117K217000000
    60"4", 14"1/2", 1/2"1/4", 1/4"One 2" Long Key, One 4" Long Key0.003"/1 ft.-0.002" to 0"Brinell 190Medium6117K218000000
    72"4", 14"1/2", 1/2"1/4", 1/4"One 2" Long Key, One 4" Long Key0.003"/1 ft.-0.002" to 0"Brinell 190Medium6117K219000000
     

    Splined Rotary Shafts

    Often used in hydraulic and other high-torque applications, these shafts have evenly spaced teeth to transmit heavy rotational loads. They handle more torque and last longer than keyed shafts since they have multiple contact points. Pair them with splined sleeve bushings (sold separately). Compatible bushings and components slide right along the splines, making these shafts a good choice for frequent disassembly and adjustments.
    Partially Parallel Splined
    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains MultipleImages. Rotary Shafts. Splined Rotary Shafts, Partially Parallel Splined.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Shafts. Splined Rotary Shafts, Partially Parallel Splined.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Shafts. Splined Rotary Shafts, Partially Parallel Splined.
    Combine a splined section that handles high torque and a round section for mounting gears, sprockets, and bearings. The parallel splines have large, straight-sided teeth that resemble machine keys and transmit more torque than involute-spline teeth.
    Carbon Steel—Strong and easy to machine. These shafts work best in dry environments since moisture will cause steel to rust.
    Sleeve Bushings—Transmit rotary motion or position loads along a shaft. These bushings also work as couplers—they can join two splined shafts when welded into place.
    Shafts
    Sleeve Bushings
    Spline
    Material
    Dia.
    Lg.
    No. of
    Splines
    Round
    Diameter
    Lg.
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    Carbon Steel
    1 1/2"12"62"48"Rockwell C15Medium2938N300000004208N570000000
     

    D-Profile Rotary Shafts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Rotary Shafts. D-Profile Rotary Shafts.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Shafts. D-Profile Rotary Shafts.
    Lock gears, sprockets, and bearings in place so they won't slip as these shafts turn. The flat length mates with D-shaped bores for a secure connection while giving set screws an even surface to dig into. Turned, ground, and polished to tight tolerances, these shafts reduce vibration, evenly distribute loads, and improve accuracy.
    Carbon Steel—Strong and easy to machine. These shafts work best in dry environments since moisture will cause steel to rust.
    Material
    Lg.
    Flat
    Wd.
    Straightness
    Tolerance
    Diameter
    Tolerance
    Hardness
    Hardness
    Rating
    Each
    Carbon Steel
     
    2" Diameter
    12"1"0.012"/1 ft.-0.003" to 0"Rockwell B90Medium8632T74000000
    24"1"0.012"/1 ft.-0.003" to 0"Rockwell B90Medium8632T7500000
    36"1"0.012"/1 ft.-0.003" to 0"Rockwell B90Medium8632T76000000
    48"1"0.012"/1 ft.-0.003" to 0"Rockwell B90Medium8632T77000000
     
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