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    Spider Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Spider Couplings.
    With two hubs gripping a rubbery spider in the center, these couplings damp vibration and transfer torque while flexing to handle misaligned shafts. The metal hubs never touch each other, so there's no need for lubrication. Also known as Lovejoy® couplings. For a complete coupling, select two hubs and one spider or two hubs, one split spider, and one retaining ring. Choose components with the same trade size to ensure they'll fit together.
    Hubs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Spider Couplings, Hubs.
    The metal body mounts onto shafts to transmit torque from one shaft to the other through the flexible center.
    Keyed—Mount onto shafts with a matching keyway.
    Iron—Best for dry environments, since moisture will cause these hubs to rust.
    Set-Screw Shaft Mount—Screws dig into your shaft for a secure hold.
    OD
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Shaft Mount
    Type
    For Shaft
    Diameter
    Each
    Keyed
     
    Iron
    3 21/64"L1104 7/32"Set Screw
    1 9/16"6408K18000000
    3 3/4"L1504 1/2"Set Screw
    1 9/16"6408K19000000
     
    Spiders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Spider Couplings, Spiders.
    A flexible center fits between hubs to enable torque transfer and damp vibration.
    Buna-N—Best choice for vibration damping and shock absorption with the lowest stiffness and good tear resistance.
    Polyurethane Rubber—Superior tear resistance to Buna-N and Hytrel and a good balance of stiffness and vibration damping.
    Hytrel—Most direct torque transfer with the highest stiffness and least vibration damping.
    Misalignment
    Capability
    For Hub OD
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Each
    Buna-N
    3 21/64", 85 mmL1105,0007900.015"6408K79000000
    3 3/4", 96 mmL1505,0001,2400.015"6408K8100000
     
    Polyurethane Rubber
    3 21/64"L1103,6001,1850.015"2410K17000000
    3 3/4"L1503,6001,8600.015"2410K19000000
     
    Hytrel
    3 21/64", 85 mmL1103,6002,2650.015"0.5°6408K97000000
    3 3/4", 96 mmL1503,6003,7050.015"0.5°6408K98000000
     
    Split Spiders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Spider Couplings, Split Spiders.
    Unlike standard spiders, you can install these without using tools, removing hubs, or realigning shafts. Hold them in place with a retaining ring.
    Polyurethane Rubber—Provide fair vibration damping and tear resistance.
    Misalignment
    Capability
    For Hub
    OD
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Polyurethane Rubber
    3 21/64"L1105,9002,1800.03"-30 to 2002393K350000000
     
    Retaining Rings
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Spider Couplings, Retaining Rings.
    Press the pins on these rings into the grooves on a split spider. Then, twist to lock the spider in place and transmit torque between shafts.
    347 Stainless Steel—Provide good corrosion resistance.
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    For Hub
    OD
    Each
    347 Stainless Steel
    L1103 21/64"2393K250000000
     

    High-Misalignment Tire Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Misalignment Tire Couplings.
    With a large, flexible rubber tire, these withstand the highest misalignment of any coupling while reducing vibration. For a complete coupling, select two hubs, one tire, and two bushings. Choose components of the same trade size to ensure they'll fit together.
    Hubs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Misalignment Tire Couplings, Hubs.
    The metal body mounts onto shafts to transmit torque from one shaft to the other through the flexible center.
    Iron and Steel Hub—Best for dry environments, since moisture will cause these hubs to rust.
    Clamp-On Shaft Mount—Grip shafts evenly without marring them and hold tighter than set screws. Tighten the clamping screws to secure.
    Hubs
    Quick-Disconnect Bushings
    OD
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Shaft Mount
    Type
    Each
    Bushing
    Trade No.
    Choose a Shaft Diameter
    Each
    Iron and Steel Hub
    8 5/16"L1504 5/8"Clamp On
    6241K140000000SDS1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 1 1/16", 1 1/8", 1 3/16", 1 1/4", 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 9/16", 1 5/8", 1 11/16", 1 3/4", 1 7/8", 1 15/16", 2"6086K13000000
    9 1/4"L1905 11/16"Clamp On
    6241K15000000SK1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 1 1/16", 1 1/8", 1 3/16", 1 1/4", 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 9/16", 1 5/8", 1 11/16", 1 3/4", 1 7/8", 1 15/16", 2", 2 1/8", 2 3/16", 2 1/4", 2 3/8", 2 7/16", 2 1/2", 2 5/8"6086K1500000
     
    Tires
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Misalignment Tire Couplings, Tires.
    Fit these highly flexible rubber tires over the two hubs. They transmit torque, compensate for misalignment, and isolate shock and vibration.
    Buna-N—Highly tear resistant.
    Misalignment
    Capability
    For Hub
    OD
    Shaft Coupling
    Trade Size
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Axial
    Each
    Buna-N
    8 5/16"L1503,1003,6000.125"0.313"6241K240000000
    9 1/4"L1902,8004,3500.125"0.313"6241K25000000
     

    Set Screw Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Set Screw Shaft Collars.
    Slide these traditional collars from one end of the shaft and tighten the set screw. They dig into the shaft for a secure hold, but one that leaves a gouge. For maximum holding power, make sure the set screw is harder than the shaft.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—A step up from plain carbon steel collars, these withstand occasional exposure to moisture.
    303 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. These are easier to machine than other stainless steel collars.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and corrosion resistant.
    Set
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    1 9/16"2 1/2"13/16"Hex Socket19414T29000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
    1 9/16"2 1/2"13/16"Hex Socket16432K3900000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    1 9/16"2 1/2"13/16"Hex Socket16462K3900000
     
    Aluminum
    1 9/16"2 1/2"13/16"Hex Socket19946K500000
     

    Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars.
    Slide these collars from one end of your shaft and tighten the clamping screw. They grip firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove them later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    303 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. These are easier to machine than other stainless steel collars.
    316 Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 303 stainless steel collars. These collars withstand salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and corrosion resistant.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head16435K59000000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head16435K6500000
     
    316 Stainless Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head19421T2600000
     
    Aluminum
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head16157K3700000
     

    Two-Piece Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Two Piece, For Round Shafts.

    For Round Shafts

    Attach these collars anywhere along your shaft, which helps when other components are already installed or you can't access the end. They clamp firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove collars later.
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel—Dark and matted for a finished look, but with minimal corrosion resistance. Best for dry environments.
    Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel—Resist moisture and mild cleaning solutions better than zinc-plated collars.
    303 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. These are easier to machine than other stainless steel collars.
    316 Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 303 stainless steel collars. These collars withstand salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and corrosion resistant.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Round Shafts
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    OD
    Wd.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head26436K59000000
     
    Chrome-Plated Carbon Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head23370K7900000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head26436K9700000
     
    316 Stainless Steel
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head29633T2900000
     
    Aluminum
    1 9/16"2 3/8"9/16"Socket Head26436K14800000
     
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