Product Description

GR Aluminum alloy bellows setscrew coupling

Description of   GR Aluminum alloy bellows setscrew coupling
>The material is aluminum alloy, and the middle bellows is made of stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance
>Laser welding is used between bellows and shaft sleeve, with zero rotation clearance, suitable for CHINAMFG and reverse rotation
>Bellows structure can effectively compensate radial, angular and axial deviation
>Designed for servo motor stepper mot
 

Dimensions of  GR Aluminum alloy bellows setscrew coupling

model parameter	common bore diameter d1,d2	ΦD	L	LI	L2	L3	N	F	M	tightening screw torque (N.M)
GR-16×27	4,5,6,6.35,7,8	16	27	7.5	2	8	13.5	3	M3	0.7
GR-20×32	5,6,6.35,7,8,9,9.525,10,11,12	20	32	7.2	2.8	12	18	3.5	M3	0.7
GR-22.5×34	5,6,6.35,7,8,9,9.525,10,11,12	22.5	34	8.05	2.8	12.3	20.2	4.5	M4	1.7
GR-25×37	6,6.35,7,8,9,9.525,10,11,12	25	37	9.5	3	12	20.2	4.5	M4	1.7
GR-32×42	8,9,10,11,12,12.7,14,15	32	42	8	4	18	27.2	5.5	M5	4
GR-40×51	8,9,9.525,10,11,12,12.7,14,15,16,17,18,19,20	40	51	9.5	6	20	34.5	5.5	M5	4
GR-55×57	10,11,12,12.7,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,22,24,25	55	57	9	6	27	51.9	6.25	M6	7
GR-65×81	10,11,12,12.7,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,22,24,25,28,30,32,35,38	65	81	19.5	7	28	60.5	8.9	M6	7

model parameter	Rated torque (N.M)*	allowable eccentricity (mm)*	allowable deflection angle (°)*	allowable axial deviation (mm)*	maximum speed rpm	static torsional stiffness (N.M/rad)	moment of inertia (Kg.M2)	Material of shaft sleeve	surface treatment	weight (g)
GR-16×27	0.8	0.1	2	+ 0.4 -1.2	20000	150	7.9×10-7	High strength aluminum alloy	Anodizing treatment	8
GR-20×32	1.5	0.1	2	+ 0.6 -1.8	18000	220	2.0×10-6			13
GR-22.5×34	1.8	0.15	2	+ 0.6 -1.8	16000	300	6.2×10-6			22
GR-25×37	2.0	0.15	2	+ 0.6 -1.8	15000	330	6.7×10-6			30
GR-32×42	2.5	0.2	2	+ 0.8 -2.5	11000	490	2.0×10-5			53
GR-40×51	6.4	0.3	2	+ 0.8 -2.5	10000	530	2.1×10-5			85
GR-55×57	12	0.3	2	+ 0.8 -2.5	9000	860	2.8×10-5			170
GR-65×81	18	0.2	2	+ 0.7 -2.5	4500	900	2.3×10-5			280

 

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What Materials Are Commonly Used in Manufacturing Bellows Couplings?

Bellows couplings are manufactured using a variety of materials to suit different application requirements. The choice of material depends on factors such as the operating environment, torque and speed requirements, and the presence of any corrosive or aggressive substances. Some commonly used materials in manufacturing bellows couplings include:

• Stainless Steel: Stainless steel is a popular choice for bellows couplings due to its excellent corrosion resistance and high strength. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including those involving food processing, pharmaceuticals, and marine environments. Stainless steel bellows couplings are durable and can withstand harsh conditions.
• Aluminum: Aluminum is known for its lightweight properties, making aluminum bellows couplings ideal for applications where reducing the overall weight is crucial. While not as corrosion-resistant as stainless steel, aluminum couplings are still suitable for many industrial settings and are often used in robotics, automation, and aerospace industries.
• Brass: Brass bellows couplings are chosen for applications that require good electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance. They are commonly used in electrical and electronic equipment, as well as in environments where brass is a preferred material for specific compatibility reasons.
• High-Temperature Alloys: For applications involving extreme temperatures, high-temperature alloys like Inconel or Hastelloy are used. These materials can withstand elevated temperatures while maintaining their mechanical properties, making them suitable for applications in the aerospace and automotive industries.
• Titanium: Titanium bellows couplings are used in applications requiring a combination of high strength, low weight, and excellent corrosion resistance. They are commonly found in aerospace, marine, and medical equipment where the coupling needs to endure aggressive environments.

The specific material chosen for a bellows coupling depends on the operating conditions, budget constraints, and performance requirements of the application. It’s essential to select a material that can withstand the demands of the environment while ensuring reliable and efficient power transmission in the system.

How do bellows couplings ensure torque transmission and minimize backlash in precision systems?

Bellows couplings are used in precision systems to transmit torque between two shafts while minimizing backlash, which is crucial for maintaining accurate positioning and reducing vibrations. Here’s how they achieve these functions:

1. Torsional Rigidity: Bellows couplings are designed with a series of flexible metal convolutions (bellows) that allow angular misalignment between the shafts. The metal bellows provide high torsional rigidity, ensuring efficient torque transmission from one shaft to the other with minimal power loss.
2. Backlash Elimination: Backlash is the play or movement that occurs when reversing the direction of rotation in a mechanical system. Bellows couplings are ideal for precision applications because they have virtually zero backlash. The absence of backlash helps maintain accurate positioning and prevents undesired movements in precision machinery.
3. Compensation for Misalignment: In precision systems, shaft misalignments can occur due to manufacturing tolerances, thermal expansion, or other factors. Bellows couplings can accommodate angular, axial, and parallel misalignments, ensuring smooth operation and preventing excessive stress on the shafts and connected components.
4. Vibration Damping: The flexible nature of bellows couplings also provides some level of vibration damping. This feature helps reduce vibrations and shocks in the system, which is especially important in sensitive precision equipment to maintain stability and accuracy.
5. Compact Design: Bellows couplings are compact and lightweight compared to some other coupling types, making them suitable for applications where space and weight restrictions are important considerations.

In summary, bellows couplings play a crucial role in precision systems by ensuring efficient torque transmission, minimizing backlash, compensating for misalignments, dampening vibrations, and providing a compact design. These features make them an excellent choice for high-precision machinery and applications where accuracy and reliability are paramount.

What are the Different Types of Bellows Couplings Available, and Their Respective Applications?

There are several types of bellows couplings available, each designed to suit specific applications and requirements. Some of the most common types include:

• Single Bellows Coupling: This type of bellows coupling consists of a single bellows element and is suitable for applications with moderate misalignment and torsional stiffness requirements. It is commonly used in robotics, automation, and general motion control systems.
• Double Bellows Coupling: The double bellows coupling features two bellows elements with an intermediate shaft in between. This design offers higher torsional stiffness and increased angular misalignment capacity. It is often used in precision positioning equipment and applications requiring higher torque transmission.
• Flexible Beam Coupling with Bellows: This type of coupling combines the flexibility of a beam coupling with the compensating capability of a bellows coupling. It can handle moderate misalignments and provides a good balance between flexibility and torsional stiffness. It finds applications in medical devices, optical systems, and semiconductor equipment.
• Torsionally Rigid Bellows Coupling: As the name suggests, this coupling type offers exceptional torsional stiffness, making it suitable for applications where precise motion control and low torsional backlash are critical. It is commonly used in CNC machines, high-speed spindles, and other high-precision systems.
• Miniature Bellows Coupling: This type is specifically designed for applications with limited space and where low inertia is crucial. It is commonly used in small robotics, miniature positioning stages, and micro-machining systems.
• High-Temperature Bellows Coupling: This specialized coupling can withstand elevated temperatures, making it suitable for applications in harsh environments, such as aerospace, exhaust systems, and certain industrial processes.

The choice of bellows coupling type depends on the specific requirements of the application. Factors such as misalignment compensation, torsional stiffness, torque capacity, space constraints, and environmental conditions play a crucial role in selecting the appropriate coupling type.

When selecting a bellows coupling, it is essential to consider the coupling’s torque ratings, allowable misalignments, and operating conditions to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Consulting with coupling manufacturers or engineering experts can help in making an informed decision based on the specific needs of the mechanical power transmission system.

editor by CX 2024-02-26