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    73 Products

    Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of System. Hubs, Split Spider, and Retaining Ring Shown Assembled. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    Hubs, Split Spider, and

    Retaining Ring Shown

    Assembled

    (Each Component Sold

    Separately)

    Image of System. Hubs and Spider Shown Assembled. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    Hubs and Spider Shown

    Assembled

    (Each Component Sold

    Separately)

    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.
    A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one spider, or two hubs, one split spider, and one retaining ring (all components sold separately). Split spiders are easier to install and replace than standard spiders because there’s no need for tools or removing your hubs. Twist-lock them in place using a retaining ring.
    Buna-N—Buna-N spiders provide good vibration damping and chemical resistance.
    Hytrel—Hytrel spiders provide fair vibration damping and excellent chemical resistance.
    Polyurethane Rubber—Polyurethane spiders and split spiders provide fair vibration damping and good chemical resistance.
    Hubs
    Buna-N Spiders
    Hytrel Spiders
    Polyurethane Spiders
    Polyurethane Split Spiders
    347 Stainless Steel
    Retaining Rings
    Misalignment Capability
    Misalignment Capability
    Misalignment Capability
    Misalignment Capability
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    For Shaft
    Type
    For Rotary Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Spider
    Material
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Spider
    Material
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Spider Material
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Spider Material
    Each
    Each
     
    Iron Hubs
    2 1/2"2 7/64"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop286408K150000009,0001400.015"-40 to 212Buna-N
    6408K750000003,6004000.015"0.5°-55 to 245Hytrel6408K950000003,6002100.015"-30 to 160Polyurethane Rubber
    2410K130000009,2006700.03"-30 to 200Polyurethane Rubber
    2393K330000002393K23000000
    2 27/32"2 35/64"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop286408K16000007,0003150.015"-40 to 212Buna-N
    6408K77000003,6007900.015"0.5°-55 to 245Hytrel6408K960000003,6004750.015"-30 to 160Polyurethane Rubber
    2410K15000007,7001,1100.03"-30 to 200Polyurethane Rubber
    2393K340000002393K2400000
    3 31/64"2 35/64"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop286408K17000007,0003150.015"-40 to 212Buna-N
    6408K77000003,6007900.015"0.5°-55 to 245Hytrel6408K960000003,6004750.015"-30 to 160Polyurethane Rubber
    2410K15000007,7001,1100.03"-30 to 200Polyurethane Rubber
    2393K340000002393K2400000
    4 7/32"3 21/64"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop286408K18000005,0007900.015"-40 to 212Buna-N
    6408K79000003,6002,2650.015"0.5°-55 to 245Hytrel6408K970000003,6001,1850.015"-30 to 160Polyurethane Rubber
    2410K170000005,9002,1800.03"-30 to 200Polyurethane Rubber
    2393K350000002393K25000000
     

    High-Torque Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Torque Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Torque Set Screw Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    The thick split spider on these couplings takes on twice as much torque as standard split spiders, while a set screw holds the hubs in place on your shaft. Also known as jaw couplings, use them to connect motors to pumps, mixers, and other high-torque equipment. You don’t need to lubricate them.
    For a complete coupling, you’ll need two hubs, one split spider, and a split spider cover (all sold separately).
    Hubs attach to the end of your shaft.
    Split spiders cushion between the two hubs to dampen vibration, reduce shocks, and handle shaft misalignment, extending the life of bearings, seals, and motors. You can replace them without having to remove the hubs or move your shaft and equipment around, which reduces the risk of needing to realign the shaft.
    Split spider covers hold the spider in place.
    Hubs
    Steel Split
    Spider Covers
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    For Shaft
    Type
    For Rotary Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Each
     
    Steel Hubs, Split Spiders
    3 39/64"2 5/16"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop283565N20000003565N62000000
    4 29/32"3 3/16"KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop283565N30000003565N6300000
     
    Urethane Split Spiders

    High-Speed Vibration-Damping Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Speed Vibration-Damping Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Flexible Shaft Couplings. High-Speed Vibration-Damping Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    (Each Component Sold

    Separately)

    Use these gear-shaped couplings for high-speed and high-torque applications. A rubber center allows flexing so couplings can take on multiple types of misalignment while damping vibration and shock. With no metal-to-metal contact, there’s no need for lubrication. Fasten to your shafts by tightening the set screws, which bite into the shaft to hold it.
    A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one center (each component sold separately).
    Hubs have a keyway, except hubs for 1⁄4" and 3⁄8" shaft dia. do not have a keyway.
    Hubs
    Shaft Coupling Centers
    Misalignment Capability
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    For Rotary
    Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Axial
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Material
    Each
    Cast Iron Hubs
    2 13/16"3 1/4"Continuous286507K630000007,6002400.015"0.125"-30 to 275TPE
    6507K72000000
    3 1/2"4"Continuous286507K65000006,0004500.015"0.125"-30 to 275TPE
    6507K7300000
    3 15/16"4 5/8"Continuous286507K5000005,2507250.02"0.125"-30 to 275TPE
    6507K7400000
    4 7/16"5 29/64"Continuous286507K12000004,5001,1350.02"0.125"-30 to 275TPE
    6507K7500000
     

    Set Screw Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of Product. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of Product. Components of a Coupling Shown Assembled. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Set Screw Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    (Each Component Sold Separately)

    Components of a

    Coupling Shown

    Assembled

    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). Hubs are lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum. Spiders are polyurethane for fair vibration damping and good chemical resistance.
    Hubs
    Durometer 98A Polyurethane Spiders
    Durometer 92A Polyurethane Spiders
    Misalignment Capability
    Misalignment Capability
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    OD,
    mm
    For Shaft
    Type
    For Rotary Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
     
    2024 Aluminum Hubs
    8057KeyedContinuous, Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop289939T4300000008,0008200.004"0.8°0 to 1809845T260000008,0005700.005"0.9°0 to 1809845T27000000
     

    Clamping Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Clamping Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Clamping Vibration-Damping Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    (Each Component Sold

    Separately)

    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.
    Hubs
    Durometer 98A Polyurethane Spiders
    Durometer 92A Polyurethane Spiders
    Misalignment Capability
    Misalignment Capability
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    OD,
    mm
    For Shaft
    Type
    For Rotary Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Each
     
    2024 Aluminum Hubs
    8057.2KeyedForward/Reverse, Start/Stop289845T6200000008,0008200.004"0.8°0 to 1809845T260000008,0005700.005"0.9°0 to 1809845T27000000
     

    Servomotor Precision Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Flexible Shaft Couplings. 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.
    Misalignment
    Capability
    For Shaft
    Diameter
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Axial
    For Rotary Motion
    Each
     
    2017 Aluminum and 304 Stainless Steel
    3/4" × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K8160000000
    7/8" × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K823000000
    1" × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K829000000
    20 mm × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K835000000
    24 mm × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K839000000
    28 mm × 28 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K843000000
    28 mm × 32 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K844000000
    28 mm × 35 mm2 57/64"2 11/16"10,0005300.013"0.035"Forward/Reverse, Start/Stop2764K845000000
     

    Lightweight Flexible Shaft Couplings

    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Lightweight Flexible Shaft Couplings.
    Image of System. (Each Component Sold Separately). Front orientation. Exploded view. Contains Annotated. Flexible Shaft Couplings. Lightweight Flexible Shaft Couplings.

    (Each Component Sold

    Separately)

    Made with lightweight nylon sleeves, these gear couplings require less energy to move than other high-torque flexible couplings. They compensate for parallel, angular, and axial misalignment. Fasten to your shafts by tightening the set screws, which bite into the shaft to hold it.
    A complete coupling consists of two hubs and one sleeve (each component sold separately).
    Hubs
    Nylon Sleeves
    Misalignment Capability
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    OD,
    mm
    For Shaft
    Type
    For Rotary
    Motion
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    Each
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Torque,
    in·lbf
    Parallel
    Angular
    Axial
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
     
    Steel Hubs
    80.553.8KeyedContinuous286247K540000008,5001,1950.016"0.04"1806247K84000000
     

    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.
    Blue Passivated Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel—Withstand moisture and mild chemicals better than standard zinc-plated-steel collars. The blue passivated finish makes it easy to identify metric collars at a glance.
    Carbon Steel—Strong and easy to machine. Use in dry environments, since moisture will cause steel to rust.
    303 Stainless Steel—Withstand moisture and mild cleaning solutions, such as acetone and ammonia. These are easier to machine than other stainless steel collars.
    Set
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    284816Hex Socket157485K7900000
     
    Blue Passivated Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
    284516Hex Socket16057N310000
     
    Carbon Steel
    284516Hex Socket16056N310000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    284516Hex Socket16058N3100000
    284816Hex Socket157485K4200000
     

    Plastic Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Plastic Shaft Collars.
    Lightweight alternatives to metal collars for weight-sensitive applications. 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.
    Acetal—Resist swelling when exposed to moisture.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Acetal
    284815Socket Head13761N113000000
     

    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.
    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.
    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., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    284815Socket Head26063K39000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Carbon Steel
    284815Socket Head25731N2100000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    284815Socket Head23369K3600000
     
    316 Stainless Steel
    284815Socket Head29652T45000000
     
    Aluminum
    284815Socket Head29520T2300000
     

    Plastic Two-Piece Shaft Collars

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Plastic Two-Piece Shaft Collars.
    Lightweight alternatives to metal two-piece collars for weight-sensitive applications. Attach these collars anywhere along a shaft when other components are already installed or you can't access the ends. They clamp firmly and evenly without marring the shaft, so you can reposition or remove them later.
    Acetal—Resist swelling when exposed to moisture.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Acetal
    284815Socket Head23585N24000000
     

    Quick-Release Shaft Collars with Lever

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Shaft Collars. Quick-Release Shaft Collars with Lever.
    Flip the lever to install, reposition, and remove these collars. They clamp firmly and evenly without marring your shaft.
    Black Anodized Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and more corrosion resistant than unfinished aluminum.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black Anodized Aluminum
    285013Socket Head11511K264000000
     

    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.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and corrosion resistant.
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    284815Socket Head157445K424000000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    284815Socket Head19616T42400000
     
    Aluminum
    284815Socket Head19506T32400000
     

    Shaft Collars with Lever

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Shaft Collars with Lever.
    Ideal for frequent setup changes in tight spaces, these collars tighten with a lever instead of a screwdriver. Slide them from one end of your shaft and turn the lever like a ratchet to secure. To reposition or remove collars later, use the lever to loosen the screw and release the hold.
    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.
    Black Anodized Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and more corrosion resistant than unfinished aluminum.
    Lever,
    mm
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    28481538.545Socket Head13466N39000000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    28481538.545Socket Head13466N7500000
     
    Black Anodized Aluminum
    28481538.545Socket Head13466N11100000
     

    Two-Piece Shaft Collars with Lever

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shaft Collars. Two-Piece Shaft Collars with Lever.
    Skip the screwdriver—tighten these collars by turning the lever like a ratchet instead. They're ideal for packing, printing, label-feeding, and other equipment requiring frequent setup changes in tight spaces. Attach them anywhere along your shaft, which helps when other components are already installed or you can't access the ends. To reposition or remove collars later, use the lever to loosen the screw and release the hold.
    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.
    Black Anodized Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel and more corrosion resistant than unfinished aluminum.
    Lever,
    mm
    Clamping
    Screw
    For Shaft
    Dia., mm
    OD,
    mm
    Wd.,
    mm
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Type
    No.
    Included
    Each
    Black-Oxide Carbon Steel
    28481538.545Socket Head23553N148000000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    28481538.545Socket Head23553N248000000
     
    Black Anodized Aluminum
    28481538.545Socket Head23553N34800000
     
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