Introducing our Factory Price Rotavator PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch ?C a top-tier solution for your power transmission needs. This brand new product, launched in 2020 by AGKNX, is designed for use with harvesters and other farm implements. Weighing just 5 KG, the PTO shaft is made of cold-drawn steel and comes with a yellow spraying finish for enhanced durability. A CE, ISO, and TS certified product, it offers OEM service and is available in customized sizes. What's more, with no MOQ, you can order precisely what you need.
Features of Our PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch
Our Rotavator PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch offers several standout features:
- High-Quality Material: Constructed with cold-drawn steel for maximum strength and durability.
- Customizable Size: Available in customized sizes to fit different machinery and applications.
- CE, ISO, and TS Certified: Meets international quality and safety standards.
- Yellow Spraying Finish: Enhances product lifespan by resisting wear and corrosion.
- OEM Service: Can be tailored to your specific requirements.
Our product is an excellent replacement for worn-out or damaged PTO shaft parts, ensuring your machinery maintains optimal performance.
Applications of Our PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch
Our PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch has a wide range of applications in various industries including:
- Farming ?C Used in harvesters and other farm implements.
- Construction ?C Essential in powering various construction machines.
- Energy ?C Integral in the operation of energy-generating machinery.
- Mining ?C Helps in the functioning of mining equipment.
- Manufacturing ?C Used in various manufacturing machinery for power transmission.
PTO Shaft Torque Limiter Types
PTO (Power Take-Off) shaft torque limiters are critical safety devices designed to protect both the tractor and the attached implement from damage caused by torque overload. These devices disengage the drive when the torque exceeds a predetermined level. Different types of torque limiters cater to various machinery needs and operational scenarios. Here's a rundown of the common types:
- Friction Clutch Torque Limiters: Utilizes friction discs that slip under excessive torque, thereby limiting the transmitted force. Ideal for applications where overloads are less predictable and a gradual reduction in torque is preferred.
- Shear Bolt Torque Limiters: Uses a bolt that shears off when the torque exceeds a certain threshold. Simple and cost-effective, suitable for applications where overloads are infrequent.
- Ratchet Type Torque Limiters: Features a ratchet-and-pawl mechanism that disengages when overloaded. Useful in scenarios where quick re-engagement after an overload is essential.
- Ball Detent Torque Limiters: Employs ball bearings held in detents; under excessive torque, the balls are forced out, allowing the device to slip. Preferred in applications that require precise torque settings.
- Hydraulic Torque Limiters: Uses hydraulic pressure to control the engagement of the torque transmission. Ideal for heavy-duty and high-precision applications.
How Does PTO Shaft Friction Torque Limiter Work?
A PTO shaft friction torque limiter works by utilizing the principle of friction to regulate and protect the power transmission between the input and output sides. Here's how it typically works:
- Connection: The friction torque limiter is installed between the power source (e.g., tractor's PTO shaft) and the driven component (e.g., implement or machinery).
- Friction Surfaces: The friction torque limiter consists of two rotating elements: the input side and the output side. These sides have corresponding friction surfaces that come into contact with each other.
- Torque Setting: The torque limiter is pre-set with a specific torque threshold or limit. This limit is determined based on the application requirements and the capacity of the machinery involved.
- Engagement: Under normal operating conditions, when the torque applied to the friction surfaces is within the set limit, the friction plates or other friction elements on the surfaces engage each other securely. This allows the power to be transferred smoothly from the input side to the output side.
- Excessive Torque: If the torque applied to the friction surfaces exceeds the pre-set limit, indicating an overload or jamming situation, the friction plates start to slip against each other. The slipping action creates a relative motion between the input and output sides, effectively disengaging the power transmission.
- Slipping Action: The slipping action absorbs the excess torque and prevents it from being transferred further. This protects the machinery from damage and reduces the risk of injury to the operator.
- Torque Reduction: Once the torque reduces to a safe level, either due to the overload being resolved or the machinery being cleared, the friction plates re-engage. This allows power transmission to resume, restoring the normal operation of the PTO shaft system.
Maintenance and Care of Our PTO Shaft with Friction Torque Limiter Clutch
Proper maintenance of the PTO shaft friction torque limiter is crucial to ensure its effectiveness and longevity. Here are some maintenance practices for PTO shaft friction torque limiters:
- Regular Inspection: Periodically inspect the friction torque limiter for any signs of wear, damage, or deformation. Check for excessive heat, corrosion, or any abnormal conditions.
- Lubrication: Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for lubrication. Apply the recommended lubricant to the friction surfaces and other moving parts as specified.
- Cleaning: Keep the friction torque limiter clean from dirt, debris, and other contaminants. Regularly clean the components to prevent the buildup of dirt or foreign particles that can affect its performance.
- Torque Setting Verification: Periodically check and verify the torque setting of the friction torque limiter. Ensure that it is still within the desired torque limit.
- Replacement of Wear Parts: If any components of the friction torque limiter show signs of wear, deformation, or damage during inspection, replace them promptly with genuine and recommended replacement parts.
- Safety Checks: Conduct regular safety checks on the PTO system as a whole, ensuring that all components, including the friction torque limiter, are in good working condition.
Why Choose AGKNX's PTO Shaft Friction Torque Limiter?
AGKNX Drive Shaft Co., Ltd., located in Hangzhou Zhejiang City, is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of PTO shafts, agricultural gearboxes, industrial cardan shafts, PTO shaft tubes, PTO shaft yokes, PTO shaft universal joints, PTO shaft torque limiters, car driveshafts, and u-joint coupling shafts, etc. Our company covers more than 12,000 m2 with over 100 people on staff. Our annual turnover is 60 million RMB, 9 Million Dollars, and It??s increasing year by year.
Our products have gained a great reputation from European, American, Asia, Australian, and North American customers. We are the top professional OEM supplier for many agricultural implement factories in the domestic market. Our principles are quality first, deliver quickly, and price competitive. We already have the CE, TS/16949, and ISO9001 certificates with systematic manufacturing types of equipment and a QC team to guarantee our quality and delivery.
We warmly welcome every friend to visit us and establish a mutually beneficial long-term relationship cooperation. Currently, our company exports its products to its valued customers in more than 50 countries in 5 continents of the world. Having the best-in-class brands in its product range, AGKNX continues its activities with the aim of becoming a global company in the fields it works.
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