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NIHON MINIATURE Flexible Shaft Couplings(Product Category:Coupling Main Body)

NIHON MINIATURE offers products Flexible Shaft Couplings specified by Product Category Coupling Main Body from Automation Components product category. There are a total of 8 items. Search and select detailed specifications of parts for your machine with free CAD downloads. NIHON MINIATURE products are available to order through MISUMI online 24 hours a day. Free shipping, no minimum order.

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    Super zero Oldham coupling series CCZ type aluminum alloy products

    Super zero Oldham coupling series CCZ type aluminum alloy products

    NIHON MINIATURE

    Clamp type, aluminum made Oldham coupling. Prevent slippage by tightening the entire shaft.

    [Features]
    · Super zero Oldham coupling achieves zero backlash, with improved machining accuracy
    · Stronger and more compact design, that can now be used with high precision equipment impossible until now.
    · Stainless steel series added, becoming 4 series, with further improvements.
    · Materials used are, engineering plastic for spacer, and stainless steel SUS303 for hubs, aluminum series uses aluminum alloy (alumite surface treatment).
    · Easy to handle coupling, with low moment of inertia, large swing rigidity, good electrical insulation, and maintenance-free, easy assembly.
    · Two types of super zero Oldham coupling, with set screw or collet shaft fixing methods both available, that can be freely combined.
    · Stainless steel has no. 4 model number, and the aluminum series has no. 10 model number.
    · Stocking stainless steel series from ø4 to ø28, aluminum series from ø3 to ø40 in millimeter and inch system of inner diameter finish.

    CAD :
    2D
    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Oldham 1 ~ 40 3 ~ 40 16 ~ 80 20 ~ 61 Standard 1.01~3.00 ~ 100 < 500 High Torque ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity 10001~78000 Aluminum 1.961 ~ 215.746 1 1.5 ~ 2.5 Coupling Main Body 1.1~3.0 15000 ~ 25000 Others - - - - -
    From: ₹ 1,942.62
    Days to Ship: 5 Day(s) or more
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    Super zero Oldham coupling series MCZ type aluminum alloy products

    Super zero Oldham coupling series MCZ type aluminum alloy products

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    Type that fixes the shaft with tightening of a set screw and clamp. Larger shaft hole diameters can be selected.

    [Features]
    · Super zero Oldham coupling achieves zero backlash, with improved machining accuracy
    · Stronger and more compact design, that can now be used with high precision equipment impossible until now.
    · Stainless steel series added, becoming 4 series, with further improvements.
    · Materials used are, engineering plastic for spacer, and stainless steel SUS303 for hubs, aluminum series uses aluminum alloy (alumite surface treatment).
    · Easy to handle coupling, with low moment of inertia, large swing rigidity, good electrical insulation, and maintenance-free, easy assembly.
    · Two types of super zero Oldham coupling, with set screw or collet shaft fixing methods both available, that can be freely combined.
    · Stainless steel has no. 4 model number, and the aluminum series has no. 10 model number.
    · Stocking stainless steel series from ø4 to ø28, aluminum series from ø3 to ø40 in millimeter and inch system of inner diameter finish.

    CAD :
    2D
    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Oldham 3 ~ 25 3 ~ 35 18 ~ 70 25 ~ 53 Standard 1.01~3.00 ~ 100 < 500 High Torque ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity 4001~10000 ~ 10001~78000 Aluminum 2.452 ~ 176.52 1 1.5 ~ 2.5 Coupling Main Body 1.1~3.0 10000 ~ 25000 Others - - - - -
    From: ₹ 3,324.02
    Days to Ship: 5 Day(s) or more
    day to ship 5 Day(s) or more
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    Bellows coupling series NB type phosphor bronze product

    Bellows coupling series NB type phosphor bronze product

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    Low cost bellows coupling, using phosphor bronze for bellows, and brass for boss part. Nickel plating treatment.

    [Features]
    · NB series bellows coupling is made with phosphor bronze (PBP3-0), with brass bracket (BsBM) used, both fixed with solder.
    · No backlash, low inertia, high torsional rigidity, compact coupling with flexibility.
    · Model number is no. 4, with shaft diameter from 2 mm to 10 mm, and always in stock with all shaft diameter combinations (inner diameter tapping processed).

    CAD :
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    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Bellows 2 ~ 10 2 ~ 10 14 ~ 19 22 ~ 28 Standard 0.05~1.00 High Torsional Rigidity ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial Misalignment 4001~10000 Alloy 0.147 ~ 0.343 1.5 0.1 ~ 0.2 Coupling Main Body 0.02~0.2 5000 - - Phosphor Bronze - - -
    From: ₹ 2,034.93
    Days to Ship: 6 Day(s) or more
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    Bellows coupling series NA type stainless steel

    Bellows coupling series NA type stainless steel

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    Bellows, hub part (boss part) use stainless steel. Fixed by special weld. Bellows coupling with high twist rigidity.

    [Features]
    · The bellows coupling of the NA series is made of all stainless steel.
    · Bellows use stainless steel (SUS304L), metal fittings stainless (SUS303) used, and are fixed by special welding
    · Precision coupling with higher rigidity compared to NB series, able to withstand high-speed and high-torque.
    · Plus, as stainless steel, has excellent corrosion resistance.
    · Model no. is 6 for standard, and for non-standard there are 2 model numbers.
    · Shaft diameters from 3 mm to maximum 15 mm, constantly stocked with all shaft diameter combinations of millimeter and inch sizes (inside diameter tapping processed).

    CAD :
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    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Bellows 6 6 16 22 Standard 0.05~1.00 High Torsional Rigidity ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial Misalignment 4001~10000 Stainless Steel 0.49 1.5 0.1 Coupling Main Body 0.02~0.2 10000 - - Stainless Steel - - -
    From: ₹ 2,951.20
    Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more
    day to ship 7 Day(s) or more
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    MF Coupling Series

    MF Coupling Series

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    Low cost coupling that uses zinc die casting for the hub part (boss part), and urethane rubber for the sleeve.

    [Features]
    · MF coupling consists of one rubber sleeve and two hubs made of zinc die-cast (surface treated).
    · Sleeves and hubs have splines on inner and outer diameters, respectively, which engage and transmit torque.
    · Fastening to shaft is by set screw.

    CAD :
    2D
    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Others 3 ~ 18 3 ~ 18 20 ~ 40 24 ~ 40 Standard 0.05~1.00 ~ 3.01~5.00 Small ~ Vibration Insulation Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity 2001~4000 Alloy 0.392 ~ 3.923 1 0.15 ~ 0.35 Coupling Main Body 0.02~0.2 ~ 0.21~0.40 3000 Polyurethane - - - - -
    From: ₹ 1,152.84
    Days to Ship: 5 Day(s) or more
    day to ship 5 Day(s) or more
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    Super zero Oldham couplings series SCZ type stainless steel.

    Super zero Oldham couplings series SCZ type stainless steel.

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    Stainless steel hub (boss part), with zero backlash. Stronger and more compact coupling.

    [Features]
    · Super zero Oldham coupling achieves zero backlash, with improved machining accuracy
    · Stronger and more compact design, that can now be used with high precision equipment impossible until now.
    · Stainless steel series added, becoming 4 series, with further improvements.
    · Materials used are, engineering plastic for spacer, and stainless steel SUS303 for hubs, aluminum series uses aluminum alloy (alumite surface treatment).
    · Easy to handle coupling, with low moment of inertia, large swing rigidity, good electrical insulation, and maintenance-free, easy assembly.
    · Two types of super zero Oldham coupling, with set screw or collet shaft fixing methods both available, that can be freely combined.
    · Stainless steel has no. 4 model number, and the aluminum series has no. 10 model number.
    · Stocking stainless steel series from ø4 to ø28, aluminum series from ø3 to ø40 in millimeter and inch system of inner diameter finish.

    CAD :
    2D
    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Oldham 4 ~ 28 4 ~ 28 20 ~ 60 33 ~ 65 Standard 3.01~5.00 ~ 50.01~100.00 High Torque ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity 4001~10000 Stainless Steel 3.432 ~ 98.067 1 1.5 ~ 2 Coupling Main Body 1.1~3.0 5000 ~ 6000 Others - - - - -
    From: ₹ 5,966.20
    Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more
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    Bellows coupling series Collett type stainless steel

    Bellows coupling series Collett type stainless steel

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    Bellows, hub part (boss part) use stainless steel. Spring steel used for shaft fastening bracket. Can be fixed without damage to the shaft.

    [Features]
    · The performance is the same as the general type, but it is easier to install and remove without damaging the shaft.
    · Suitable especially when the frequency of forward and reverse rotation is high, or when the angular rotation acceleration is great.
    · Material is the same as general type, bellows are stainless steel (SUS304L), fittings use stainless steel (SUS303), and clamp is spring copper. (Surface treated)
    · Shaft diameters are 5 mm to 8 mm, and always in stock.

    CAD :
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    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Bellows 5 ~ 8 5 ~ 8 18 ~ 20 25 Standard 0.05~1.00 High Torsional Rigidity ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial Misalignment 4001~10000 Stainless Steel 0.7845 2 0.1 Coupling Main Body 0.02~0.2 10000 - - Stainless Steel - - -
    From: ₹ 4,247.35
    Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more
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    Super zero Oldham coupling series MMZ type aluminum alloy products

    Super zero Oldham coupling series MMZ type aluminum alloy products

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    Use the set screw to fix the shaft. While compact, can handle large shaft diameters.

    [Features]
    · Super zero Oldham coupling achieves zero backlash, with improved machining accuracy
    · Stronger and more compact design, that can now be used with high precision equipment impossible until now.
    · Stainless steel series added, becoming 4 series, with further improvements.
    · Materials used are, engineering plastic for spacer, and stainless steel SUS303 for hubs, aluminum series uses aluminum alloy (alumite surface treatment).
    · Easy to handle coupling, with low moment of inertia, large swing rigidity, good electrical insulation, and maintenance-free, easy assembly.
    · Two types of super zero Oldham coupling, with set screw or collet shaft fixing methods both available, that can be freely combined.
    · Stainless steel has no. 4 model number, and the aluminum series has no. 10 model number.
    · Stocking stainless steel series from ø4 to ø28, aluminum series from ø3 to ø40 in millimeter and inch system of inner diameter finish.

    CAD :
    2D
    Type Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø) Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø) Outer Dia. A(Ø) Overall Length W(mm) Application Allowable Torque Range(N•m) Features Allowable Misalignment Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min) Body Material Allowable Torque(N•m) Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg) Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm) Product Category Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm) Max. Rotational Speed(r/min) Buffer Material Disc Material Bellows Material Cleaning Method Characteristics/Applications Environmentally friendly
    Oldham 6 8 25 26 Standard 5.01~10.00 High Torque ~ Small Angular Misalignment / Eccentricity 10001~78000 Aluminum 6.865 1 2 Coupling Main Body 1.1~3.0 25000 Others - - - - -
    From: ₹ 3,191.76
    Days to Ship: 7 Day(s) or more
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Super zero Oldham coupling series CCZ type aluminum alloy products

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    Super zero Oldham coupling series MCZ type aluminum alloy products

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      Bellows coupling series NB type phosphor bronze product

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        Bellows coupling series NA type stainless steel

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          MF Coupling Series

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            Super zero Oldham couplings series SCZ type stainless steel.

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              Bellows coupling series Collett type stainless steel

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                Super zero Oldham coupling series MMZ type aluminum alloy products
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                  Super zero Oldham coupling series CCZ type aluminum alloy products

                  Super zero Oldham coupling series MCZ type aluminum alloy products

                  Bellows coupling series NB type phosphor bronze product

                  Bellows coupling series NA type stainless steel

                  MF Coupling Series

                  Super zero Oldham couplings series SCZ type stainless steel.

                  Bellows coupling series Collett type stainless steel

                  Super zero Oldham coupling series MMZ type aluminum alloy products

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                  ₹ 1,942.62-

                  ₹ 3,324.02-

                  ₹ 2,034.93-

                  ₹ 2,951.20

                  ₹ 1,152.84-

                  ₹ 5,966.20-

                  ₹ 4,247.35-

                  ₹ 3,191.76

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                  TypeOldhamOldhamBellowsBellowsOthersOldhamBellowsOldham
                  Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D1(Ø)1 ~ 403 ~ 252 ~ 1063 ~ 184 ~ 285 ~ 86
                  Shaft Bore Dia. (machined) D2(Ø)3 ~ 403 ~ 352 ~ 1063 ~ 184 ~ 285 ~ 88
                  Outer Dia. A(Ø)16 ~ 8018 ~ 7014 ~ 191620 ~ 4020 ~ 6018 ~ 2025
                  Overall Length W(mm)20 ~ 6125 ~ 5322 ~ 282224 ~ 4033 ~ 652526
                  ApplicationStandardStandardStandardStandardStandardStandardStandardStandard
                  Allowable Torque Range(N•m)1.01~3.00 ~ 100 < 5001.01~3.00 ~ 100 < 5000.05~1.000.05~1.000.05~1.00 ~ 3.01~5.003.01~5.00 ~ 50.01~100.000.05~1.005.01~10.00
                  FeaturesHigh Torque ~ SmallHigh Torque ~ SmallHigh Torsional Rigidity ~ SmallHigh Torsional Rigidity ~ SmallSmall ~ Vibration InsulationHigh Torque ~ SmallHigh Torsional Rigidity ~ SmallHigh Torque ~ Small
                  Allowable MisalignmentAngular Misalignment / EccentricityAngular Misalignment / EccentricityAngular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial MisalignmentAngular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial MisalignmentAngular Misalignment / EccentricityAngular Misalignment / EccentricityAngular Misalignment / Eccentricity / Axial MisalignmentAngular Misalignment / Eccentricity
                  Max. Rotational Speed Range(r/min)10001~780004001~10000 ~ 10001~780004001~100004001~100002001~40004001~100004001~1000010001~78000
                  Body MaterialAluminumAluminumAlloyStainless SteelAlloyStainless SteelStainless SteelAluminum
                  Allowable Torque(N•m)1.961 ~ 215.7462.452 ~ 176.520.147 ~ 0.3430.490.392 ~ 3.9233.432 ~ 98.0670.78456.865
                  Allowable Angular Misalignment(deg)111.51.51121
                  Allowable Lateral Misalignment(mm)1.5 ~ 2.51.5 ~ 2.50.1 ~ 0.20.10.15 ~ 0.351.5 ~ 20.12
                  Product CategoryCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main BodyCoupling Main Body
                  Allowable Lateral Misalignment Range(mm)1.1~3.01.1~3.00.02~0.20.02~0.20.02~0.2 ~ 0.21~0.401.1~3.00.02~0.21.1~3.0
                  Max. Rotational Speed(r/min)15000 ~ 2500010000 ~ 2500050001000030005000 ~ 60001000025000
                  Buffer MaterialOthersOthers--PolyurethaneOthers-Others
                  Disc Material--------
                  Bellows Material--Phosphor BronzeStainless Steel--Stainless Steel-
                  Cleaning Method--------
                  Characteristics/Applications--------
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                  FAQ Flexible Shaft Couplings

                  Question: What are the different types of flexible Shaft Couplings?
                  Answer: There are several types of flexible Shaft Couplings, including beam, bellows, jaw, Oldham, disc, diaphragm, and gear couplings. Each type has unique features and benefits that make them suitable for different applications and environments. Flexible Shaft Couplings are used to connect two shafts and allow for misalignment while transmitting torque between them.
                  Question: What factors should be considered when selecting a flexible Shaft Couplings?
                  Answer: The factor for selecting a flexible coupling, there are several factors that should be considered, including the required torque capacity, misalignment capability, operating speed, and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity. Other considerations include the required degree of axial and radial stiffness, the space available for the coupling, and the type of equipment being connected. It is also important to consider the potential for wear and tear, maintenance requirements, and the cost of the coupling.
                  Question: How is a flexible Shaft Couplings installed and maintained?
                  Answer: Shaft Couplings are installed by aligning the shafts and tightening the screws or bolts. Maintenance involves regular inspections for signs of wear, damage, or misalignment. Lubrication is important to prevent excessive wear and reduce friction. Cleaning and tightening of bolts and screws are also necessary to ensure proper operation.
                  Question: What is the difference between a flexible coupling and a rigid coupling?
                  Answer: A flexible coupling allows for some misalignment between two connected shafts while transmitting torque, while a rigid coupling does not allow for any misalignment. Flexible Shaft Couplings are designed to absorb shock and vibration, which can help reduce wear and tear on connected equipment. Rigid couplings, on the other hand, are used in applications where precise alignment between shafts is critical, such as in high-speed rotating equipment or precision machinery.