Couplings

Question 1

The purpose of couplings

Answer 1

To connect 2 shafts

Question 2

Types of couplings

Answer 2

Rigid, flexible, universal joint, fluid, and magnetic

Question 3

Purpose of rigid couplings

Answer 3

When shaft need to be precisely aligned, bearing support is necessary, and alignment must be maintained

Question 4

Types of rigid couplings

Answer 4

Flange, sleeve, and ribbed

Question 5

Purpose of flexible couplings

Answer 5

Accommodate for misalignment

Question 6

Types of flexible couplings

Answer 6

Gear, chain, grid, flex disc, and elastomeric

Question 7

What degree of misalignment is maximum?

Answer 7

1 - 3 degrees

Question 8

What is misalignment?

Answer 8

Angular or parallel shifting of the two shafts

Question 9

How many axis points can a shaft misalign?

Answer 9

12

Question 10

Couplings are designed to be the first to what?

Answer 10

Break

Question 11

Types of elastomeric couplings

Answer 11

Jaw, Wrap flex, and Rubber tire

Question 12

U-joint purpose

Answer 12

Allows for transmission of power at larger angles, up to 30 - 40 degrees

Question 13

Types of U-joints

Answer 13

Block and pin/bearing and cross