clamping ring, Collars and clamping couplings secure axes and shafts in jig construction and mechanical engineering. the shaft Collars are very versatile. Here you will find new developments of small drive elements such as Quick release clamping rings for packaging technology Clamping ring with mounting hole from Russia, the versatile wave rings from Misumi or Clamping rings for hollow shaft encoders from Orbit drive technology. 

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Connect securely with clamping ring and clamping coupling

Discover the latest developments in clamping rings and clamping couplings, which are known for their precision and reliability in drive technology. These fasteners securely fasten shafts without additional machining or tools. With the trend toward lighter yet more powerful designs, today's clamping rings and clamping couplings offer improved torque transfer and are ideal for applications where precise positioning is required.

Quick release clamping rings for packaging machines

27.04.2022/XNUMX/XNUMX | The assembly, adjustment or disassembly of the quick release clamping rings from Ruland takes place without tools. Therefore, such a user-friendly clamping ring is suitable for many applications in packaging technology. Wrappers, bundle packers and cartoners benefit from the quick adjustment of the quick-release clamping rings.

Ruland offers two quick release clamp rings: with clamping lever with a eccentric clamp. The quick release clamping rings with clamping lever have an integrated clamping lever. This closes flush with the outer Ø of the clamping ring and can be operated by hand. The clamping ring has an adjustment screw. It can be used to adapt the clamping force to the application. Quick release clamping rings with clamping lever are designed in one piece. They require a freely accessible shaft end for the installation.

Light duty applications and low speeds, where elements such as guide rails or other furnishing devices are frequently replaced are predestined for them.

Quick release clamping rings with eccentric clamp consist of a clamping ring and a adjustable eccentric clamp. This replaces the screw-type clamping rings used as standard. An assembly consists of a clamping ring and a ratchet handle. It can be easily installed, removed and repositioned without tools. The eccentric clamp rings offer the same advantages as traditional Ruland shaft rings: they do not damage the shaft and offer a tightly controlled squareness between bore and face.


Slipping clutch and overload clutch limit torques


The total variance is only ≤0,05 mm. In addition, the clamping rings have a fine, burr-free surface. They are therefore also suitable for many uses in packaging technology. The quick release clamping rings with eccentric clamp are designed in one and two parts. There are also variants with flat areas on the outer diameter and with holes for easier assembly of other components.

Have quick release clamping rings with clamping lever clamping ring body made of anodized 3.3211 aluminum and cocking handles made of 3.3206 aluminum. They are available in bore sizes from 6 mm to 75 mm. Cam clamp rings are offered in standard materials including lead-free 1.0736 steel with a black oxide finish or zinc plated, high-strength 3.1355 aluminum, 1.4305 or 1.4404 stainless steel and technical Plastic. The clamping lever has a zinc-plated handle with a threaded bolt and internal parts made of stainless steel. Both clamp rings are Rohs3 and Reach compliant.

Ruland's wave rings are made from selected materials North American bar stock Manufactured and manufactured at the Ruland facility near Boston, USA, under strict controls and using proprietary processes.

Configure shaft rings online with optimal adjustment

30.01.2020/XNUMX/XNUMX | When choosing the shaft Collars from Misumi the designer can choose the optimal component for his design from a multitude of specifications. In addition to precisely configurable Make-to-order (MTO) Components Misumi also offers standard components from its own and third-party production in its one-stop shop. Most of the items are shipped on the day the order is placed. 

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Clamping coupling for rotary tilting tables with 0,001 mm angular accuracy

Ringspann swivel tableAug 08.08.2019, XNUMX | Ringspann presents the new clamping coupling for fixing driven rotary-swivel tables in multi-axis machining centers. Immediately after its initial presentation last fall, this mechanical-hydraulic High precision solution developed into the favorite of numerous well-known manufacturers of machine tools and rotary-swivel gantries.

With her extraordinary Angle fidelity and holding torques of up to 2400 Nm as well as very high torsional rigidity, it significantly exceeds the performance of conventional clamping systems.

quality tension washers transmit the axial force of screw platecompression springs into a radially acting force and thereby taper a specially designed, annular deformation body. This purely mechanical action ensures an absolutely twist-proof all-round clamping of the axle journal of the positioning axis.

The clamping is quickly released again by applying 115 bar hydraulic pressure to the clamping coupling. This makes it possible Positioning axis of the rotary-swivel table is immediately free to move to the next angular position.


Articulated coupling for bridging high shaft misalignments


Background: Rotary swivel tables and portals are used to position the A and C axes in the coordinate field of modern machine tools and machining centers. Her kinematic task is to support the precise and rapid approach of the workpiece in every required angular position. In the latest generation of rotary tilting tables, this is done using positioning axes that can be controlled directly and precisely torque motors are driven. After taking their defined angular positions, they are firmly clamped and must hold their position absolutely securely during ongoing processing - i.e. under load.

The market offers a number of different ones for this task Clamping systems. However, increasing user demands regarding the achievable accuracies and the transferable torques are causing both manufacturers of rotary-swivel tables and machine tool manufacturers to increasingly search for ever more powerful clamping systems for their positioning axes. The new clamping coupling for clamping rotary-swivel tables will soon replace many well-known clamping systems.

Clamping coupling for multi-axis simultaneous technology

Ring clamp clamping couplingSep 04.09.2018, XNUMX | As soon as it takes place with high precision Simultaneous processing To maintain exact angular positions under load, these axes must be held. This already exists Clamping elements-Solutions on the market, but none have so far met the customer's strict criteria. Ringspann is now presenting a new clamping coupling for use in the driven rotary swiveling tables of multi-axis machining centers.

Based on an existing one Workholdingconcept, the clamping clutch ensures torques of up to 2400 Nm Twist angle of a maximum of 0,007 degrees. Tension washers transmit the axial force of compression springs into an acting radial force and taper a specially designed deformation body.

This ensures that the axle journal is clamped in a torsion-resistant manner. The clamping is then quickly released by applying pressure to the clamping coupling 115 bar hydraulic pressure. The torque motor can then freely move the axis into any other angular position. The new clamping coupling for rotary swivel tables is now being produced in series.

Clamping ring with mounting hole for individual use

17.01.2018/XNUMX/XNUMX | Ruland presents a new clamping ring design with mounting holes is equipped (picture above). Thanks to the mounting holes, standard components can be used more flexibly for customer-specific applications. The strictly controlled perpendicular alignment of the end face to the bore ensures precise alignment of the components. 

Clamping rings with mounting holes are used as spacers, guide elements, mechanical stops or for aligning or fastening components. Compared to conventional clamping rings, the clamping rings have designs equivalent holding forces. With the Ruland clamping ring, designers benefit from the strictly controlled perpendicularity between the end face and the bore. The total deviation is only ≤ 0.05 mm or 0.002 inch. This property is particularly valuable when the clamp ring is used as a load bearing surface or to align components.

The Rohs2 and Reach compliante Clamping ring is available in two versions: with flats and tapped holes and with tapped holes only on the cutting surface. This enables better attachment of the clamping rings to one another or to adjacent assemblies. the shaft Collars The clamping ring version does not damage the shaft and can be adjusted almost indefinitely.


Why it is so important to install a safety clutch


In the adjusting rings with screw comparison, clamping rings distribute the Pressure forces evenly around the wave. This enables a good fit and offers significantly higher holding forces. This version is particularly useful for structures with high impact loads or components that have to be adjusted frequently. Two-piece clamping rings offer higher holding power and can be installed and removed directly without dismantling other components.

When manufacturing two-piece ferrules, the original halves are kept together throughout the manufacturing process to ensure perfect fit and alignment. The clamping rings with mounting holes are available in high strength aluminum 3.1355, steel 1.0736 and stainless steel 1.4305 in bore sizes from 10 to 40 mm or 3/8 to 2 inches. Each clamping ring is marked with the bore diameter and the company name.

Designers have a wide choice of sizes and the materials aluminium, steel and stainless steel. the screws for attachment exceed all industry standards. You achieve maximum performance in terms of torque transmission and holding power. The bar stock used for the ferrules comes from select North American steel mills.

Clamping rings especially for hollow shaft encoders

28.10.2016 | Orbit Drive Technology expands its clamping ring program to include encoder clamping rings from the “Clampmax” encoder series. Their narrow profile and reduced weight are specifically tailored to the requirements of today's hollow shafts encoder Voted.

Each bore size offers different designs in terms of screw size and dimensions. On the one hand, this allows Holding forces exactly the respective application to adjustOn the other hand, the designer will find a clamping ring that is suitable for the respective dimensional requirements of the encoder and hollow shaft.

The encoder clamping rings are in the materials Aluminium or for anti-corrosive ones encoder in Stainless Steel is available for storage, management and analysis.

Narrow clamping rings for clamping and positioning devices

Ruland clamping rings narrow04.07.2014 | Ruland introduces a new line of slimline ferrules designed specifically for applications that have width, OD and weight limitations. The narrow ferrules can be used as a clamping and positioning device, guide, spacer or end stop and require less space than conventional ferrules.

Designed for applications in industries such as packaging and printing, Medical Technology and Food industry the clamping rings are particularly suitable for components with slotted hubs such as Encoder. Two-piece designs are optimized for higher speed applications 

The clamping rings have excellent holding power with a compact design and are suitable for a wide range of applications light and medium duty predestined. Most bore sizes are available with a variety of outside diameters and widths, as well as screw sizes. In this way, the user can optimally match the dimensions and holding forces to the requirements of his application. To achieve precise component mating, the ferrules have a tightly controlled face-to-bore perpendicularity with an overall tolerance of <0,05 mm (0.002 inch).

There are one piece as well two-piece narrow designs. One-piece clamping rings have very high holding forces, allow easy adjustment and do not damage the shaft. The slotted version is structurally balanced and is suitable for high-speed applications. Both halves of the two-piece clamp ring remain connected throughout the manufacturing process to ensure a perfect fit.

FAQ

What does a clamping ring do?

A clamping ring is a mechanical fastener used to securely connect components such as shafts and hubs together without key connections. It clamps the parts using radial forces generated by screws placed around the ring. This creates a strong and precise connection that can transmit torque and withstand axial forces.

What is an tension clutch?

A clamping coupling is a connecting element that connects two shafts or a shaft and a machine element without tension but firmly. It uses mechanical clamping elements to create a force-fitting connection that transmits rotational movements and torques.

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Angela Struck

Angela Struck is editor-in-chief of the development scout and freelance journalist as well as managing director of Presse Service Büro GbR in Ried.