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    Rod Alignment Couplers

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    Image of Attribute. Angle of Misalignment. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.

    Angle of Misalignment

    Increase cylinder life by fixing alignment problems between air or hydraulic cylinders and driven components. Couplers have a threaded end that moves to compensate for the angle of misalignment, reducing wear on cylinder bearings and seals. Couplers have a male and female end.
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    5° of Misalignment
    M4 × 0.7 mmSteel122612000000000000
    M4 × 0.7 mm304 Stainless Steel14.42617000000000000
     

    Precision Single U-Joints

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    Pin-and-Block

    Joint

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    Pin-and-Block Joint

    A good choice when you need accurate and repeatable motion, these U-joints have zero backlash (no play), so there’s no motion lost when your shafts change direction. This keeps machines running smoothly. They’re single U-joints, so they connect and transfer torque between shafts that are misaligned at an angle.
    Your shafts’ misalignment will affect the speed and torque the U-joint will be able to transmit. The more the shafts are misaligned, the less speed and torque the U-joint will be able to transmit.
    Pin-and-Block Joint—Pin-and-block U-joints work well in most applications since they handle higher torque at lower speeds than joints with ball bearings.
    Acetal—Acetal U-joints weigh less than metal U-joints. They protect components in your system from stray electrical currents by blocking the flow of electricity between your shafts.
    Set-Screw Shaft Mount—U-joints that connect with set screws don’t require you to drill any holes.
    Lubrication Not Required—U-joints that don’t require lubrication are often used with optical devices and other sensitive equipment because they're less likely to attract dust and debris compared to lubricated U-joints. They’re also easier to maintain.
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    Pin-and-Block Joint
     
    Acetal
    3/8"7/8"11/16"2.66"45°1,00060Not RatedNot RatedSet ScrewNot Required00000000000000
     
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