Composite Disc Floating Shaft Couplings

Composite Disc Floating Shaft Coupling Options

Composite disc couplings (CD® Couplings) from Zero-Max provide high shaft misalignment capacity, very low reaction loads, zero-backlash performance, and are excellent for reversing applications. Select from a wide range of options in aluminum, steel, and stainless steel, with clamp-style or set-screw hubs.

Clamp-Style Hubs

Composite Disc Couplings with Clamp-Style Hubs are the preferred method for connecting the coupling hub to the shaft as they engage the shaft’s entire circumference. This hub style offers more holding power, is typically easier to install, and will not damage the shafts. Clamp-type hubs from Zero-Max are available with keyways or without keyways, depending on preference and application.

Set-Screw Hubs

Floating Shaft CD Couplings with Set-Screw Hubs require a keyway on the shaft and in the coupling, so a key can be used to transmit power. This “traditional” way of connecting couplings to shafts offers good holding power and easy installation.

Composite Disc Floating Shaft Coupling Material Options

We offer flexible floating shaft composite disc couplings in a broad range of bore sizes, torque ratings, and materials, making it easy to find the right fit for your application. Material options include:

• Aluminum
• Steel
• Stainless Steel

Composite Disc Floating Shaft Coupling Advantages

For long spans between motion components, Zero-Max floating shaft spacer couplings provide a solution. They offer superior misalignment capacity, help minimize radial loads on the connected equipment, and provide excellent support for connected components. Additional benefits include:

• Zero backlash performance
• High torsional stiffness
• Excellent for reversing loads
• High shaft misalignment capacity
• Very low reaction loads on connected equipment and bearings
• Customizable to the exact length requirements
• Clamp type hubs are available with or without a keyway

Dynamic Balancing and Close Tolerances

The close tolerances at which we manufacture our composite disc floating shaft couplings and the patented composite disc pack make these devices well-suited to high-speed and long-span applications. Some applications, however, may require dynamic balancing of the floating shaft coupling for optimal performance. Our designers will work with you to determine whether this is necessary for your application. Zero-Max has in-house dynamic balancing capabilities for most applications which require this.

Smooth Operation and Reduced Misalignment

In most cases, our composite disc floating shaft couplings’ misalignment capacity is related to the speed at which they operate and the mass of the floating shaft (governed by its diameter and length). The disc pack can better support and stabilize the floating shaft and, therefore, the stress on the disc. This ultimately results in smoother operation, less vibration of the connected equipment, and longer operational life.  Contact our support team for further details.

Custom Floating Shaft Composite Disc Couplings

Zero-Max provides Custom Floating Shaft and Spacer CD Couplings to meet your unique application and performance requirements. To give you the perfect composite disc floating shaft coupling for your application, we can tailor numerous factors to your exact needs—bore diameters, torque capacity, torsional stiffness, misalignment capacity, overall length, materials, and more. Contact us today to discuss your custom specifications.

Discover the Zero-Max Difference

Zero-Max is the leading CD coupling manufacturer offering innovative, reliable floating shaft couplings. Even in the most demanding motion control applications, our composite disc couplings deliver high performance with zero backlash.

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