Clutches

High Cycle Clutch/Brake

High Cycle Clutch/Brake

MP units are made for every quick and precise cycling applications. Units include a low voltage clutch and a brake to start and stop a load. All units maintain a consistent air gap, even thought units wear, which controls engagement time.

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Axial Piston Pumps offer torque limiting option.

Designed for open circuit mobile equipment and industrial applications, P1/PD Variable Displacement Pumps are rated for continuous operation at 2,600 rpm and pressures to 4,060 psi. Torque limiter adjusts flow in circuit to keep prime mover from stalling under heavy loads. Available in 5 configurations, single spring unit monitors pressure and displacement as measured by pump's hanger angle. As...

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Clutch/Brake Modules feature electromagnetic operation.

Clutch/Brake Modules feature electromagnetic operation.

With internal component mounting and external housing fin design, Gen 2 Clutch/Brake Modules feature optimal heat dissipation and stop/start frequencies, particularly in enclosed configurations. Input-to-output axis alignment minimizes vibration, noise, and wear, while integrated mounting bolts facilitate installation and allow conduit box to be located directly on top of unit. Modules are suited...

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Electric Clutches Run Components from Gas Engines

Electric Clutches Run Components from Gas Engines

These clutches are made to mount eight onto an engine shaft and take the vibration and temperature from small gas engines or diesel engines. Clutches can then either drive customer's components directly or through a belt. A variety of pulleys already exist, however, custom designs are also possible.

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AquaMaKKs Sets New Standard in Heavy-Duty Tensioning

AquaMaKKs Sets New Standard in Heavy-Duty Tensioning

January 28, 2009 AquaMaKKs water-cooled clutches and brakes from Wichita Clutch are air, hydraulic or spring-set actuated and feature non-metallic composite water jackets and superior heat-dissipating copper wear plates that are optimized for heavy-duty continuous slip tension applications. The AquaMaKKs family of clutches and brakes is ideally suited for tension control applications in mining,...

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Brake Module features improved C-face technology.

Brake Module features improved C-face technology.

Gen 2 Packaged Electromagnetic Clutch/Brake module features improved internal component mounting and external housing fin design for heat dissipation that optimzes stop/start frequencies. Input-to-output axis alignment reduces vibration, noise, and wear. With custom mounted bolts, conduit box is located on top of unit for consistent orientation. Available in sizes 50, 100, and 180, modules also...

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Forced Air Cooling Doubles Heat Dissipation

Forced Air Cooling Doubles Heat Dissipation

January 25, 2008 Ogura's larger series of magnetic particle clutches and brakes (starting at 9lbs-ft up to 150 lbs-ft) are available with forced air cooling for increased heat dissipation. All units come standard with input and output connections so shop air can be easily used to help cool units to increase life and performance. Ogura products are manufactured in Europe, North and South America...

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Automotive Technologies for Sustainable Development: Schaeffler Group Presents More Than 20 Innovations for Emission Control and Fuel Economy at the 2008 North American International Auto Show

DETROIT, Jan. 13 -- The Schaeffler Group, a leading manufacturer of rolling bearings, engine and transmissions systems for the automotive industry, has gone on the innovation offensive in order to support sustainable development with more than 20 innovations for the drive train. As a system and engineering partner to the automotive industry, we are in a position to offer a wide range of product...

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Water-Cooled Clutches/Brakes suit heavy-duty appliactions.

Water-Cooled Clutches/Brakes suit heavy-duty appliactions.

AquaMaKKs(TM) water-cooled clutches and brakes provide accurate torque control for constant tensioning for continuous slip tension applications in oil and gas, metal processing and forming, forestry, and marine deck machinery. Use of minimal parts facilitates installation and maintenance, while materials of construction and finishes provide protection in challenging environments. Water jacket...

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BorgWarner Brings First Dual-Clutch Transmission Technology to China

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 31 -- BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE:BWA) will provide its industry-first DualTronic-® transmission technology to Shanghai Automobile Gear Works Co. Ltd. (SAGW), a subsidiary of Shanghai Automotive Industry Co. Ltd. (SAIC), for the development of China's first dual-clutch transmission. As a global powertrain technology leader, BorgWarner is proud to participate in introducing...

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