MCLC-35-35-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 35mm - 35mm, Steel
MCLC-25-25-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 25mm - 25mm, Steel
MCLC-30-30-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 30mm - 30mm, Steel
SPC-24-24-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Imperial, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 1.1/2in - 1.1/2in, Steel
MCLX-35-35-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Pilot bored, 35mm - 35mm, Steel
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MSPC-30-30-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 30mm - 30mm, Steel
MCLC-20-20-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 20mm - 20mm, Steel
MSPC-12-12-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 12mm - 12mm, Steel
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MSPC-40-40-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 40mm - 40mm, Steel
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MCLC-40-40-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 40mm - 40mm, Steel
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MSPX-12-12-SS, Ruland, Two-piece stainless steel rigid coupling
Metric, Stainless steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Pilot bored, 12mm - 12mm, Stainless steel
MSPX-16-16-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Pilot bored, 16mm - 16mm, Steel
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MSPC-16-16-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 16mm - 16mm, Steel
MSPX-25-25-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Pilot bored, 25mm - 25mm, Steel
MCLX-12-12-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Pilot bored, 12mm - 12mm, Steel
MSPX-20-20-SS, Ruland, Two-piece stainless steel rigid coupling
Metric, Stainless steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Pilot bored, 20mm - 20mm, Stainless steel
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MCLX-40-40-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Pilot bored, 40mm - 40mm, Steel
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MCLC-14-14-F, Ruland, One-piece steel rigid coupling, Bored & Keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, One piece, Bored & keyed, 14mm - 14mm, Steel
MSCC-12-12-SS, Ruland, Set screw stainless steel rigid coupling with keyways
Metric, Stainless steel, Rigid coupling, Set Screw, Bored & keyed, 12mm - 12mm, Stainless steel
MSPC-25-25-F, Ruland, Two-piece steel rigid coupling, Black Oxide, Bored & keyed
Metric, Steel, Rigid coupling, Two piece, Bored & keyed, 25mm - 25mm, Steel
Where are rigid couplings used?
Rigid couplings are used mainly on low speed or low torque applications where the shafts are an identical size and are not subject to misalignment.
Applications which use rigid shaft couplings include:
- Conveyors
- Food processing applications
- Lawn mowers
- Medical equipment eg xray machines
- Washing machines
- Small wind turbines
Rigid couplings FAQs
What are rigid couplings?
Rigid couplings are mechanical devices used to connect two shafts together in a fixed position. They provide a solid connection that doesn't allow for any misalignment, making them ideal for applications where precise shaft alignment is crucial.
How do rigid couplings work?
Rigid couplings physically join two shafts together, ensuring they move as a single unit. Unlike flexible couplings, rigid couplings do not accommodate any movement or misalignment, meaning the shafts must be precisely aligned during installation.
What are the benefits of using rigid couplings?
- High Precision: Rigid couplings provide exact positioning and alignment, ensuring precise motion and torque transmission.
- High Torque Capacity: They can handle significant torque loads without slipping, making them ideal for heavy-duty applications.
- Simple Design: Rigid couplings are easy to install and require minimal maintenance.
How do rigid couplings differ from flexible couplings?
- Rigid Couplings: Provide a solid, inflexible connection, ideal for aligned shafts and high-precision applications. They cannot accommodate any misalignment or movement.
- Flexible Couplings: Allow for some degree of shaft misalignment and movement, absorbing shocks and vibrations, and are used in applications where shafts are not perfectly aligned.