Couplings Flashcards
1
Q
Uses for Couplings
A
- connect two shafts rotating in the same direction
- allow misalignment
2
Q
Types of Couplings
A
- Rigid
- Flexible
- Fluid
3
Q
What are Rigid couplings good for?
A
positive drive
4
Q
What are flexible couplings good for?
A
misalignments
5
Q
What are fluid couplings good for?
A
Reduce shocks
6
Q
Three types of misalignments
A
- angular
- torsional
- parallel
7
Q
definition of a rigid coupling
A
used to connect shafts that are precisely align
8
Q
examples of rigid couplings
A
- flange coupling
- sleeve coupling
- ribbed coupling
9
Q
advantages of flange couplings (3)
A
- easy installation
- minimum wear
- easy to maintain
10
Q
sleeve couplings are made of ______ _______
A
one material
11
Q
sleeve couplings are used for ____ ____ applications
A
medium duty
12
Q
flange couplings are used for ____ ____ applications
A
heavy duty
13
Q
Ribbed Coupling
A
two halves held together by bolts
14
Q
Advantages of ribbed couplings
A
- quick installation
- no wear
15
Q
ribbed couplings are used for ___ _____ applications
A
heavy duty