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Form Flex Shaft Couplings

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FORM-FLEX METAL DISC FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS

Form-Flex couplings transmit torque while compensating for angular, parallel and axial misalignment between two connected shafts. Flexible disc couplings minimize the misalignment forces on the connected equipment.

The Basic Flex coupling consists of two hubs, a spacer and two flexible discs. The flex disc is an assembly of thin metal laminations. In figure shown below, flex disc holes A & C are bolted to the hub and holes B & D are bolted to the spacer. Torque is transmitted in direct tensions from A to B and from C to D through the flex disc. Misalignment is taken through bending in the link between the bolt holes.

Formflex coupling diagram 1

Cooling Tower Drives

Form-Flex metal disc couplings are widely used in cooling fan drive applications. Form-Flex 4 bolt disc couplings offer more misalignment capacity than any competing metal disc design.

Formflex coupling diagram 2

For smaller towers up to about 100 inches DBSE, we offer steel and composite spacer tubing options. TrueTube composite torque tubes are lighter than steel and eliminate thermal growth and vibration problems.

Formflex coupling diagram 3

Form-Flex composite floating shaft couplings are recommended as a replacement for older multi-section drivelines. Composite couplings can span up to 240 inches without high maintenance centre support bearings.

Vertical Pump Drives

Formflex coupling diagram 4

Form-Flex floating shaft couplings are a costeffective, maintenace free alternative to cardan U-joints for vertical pump drivelines. Form-flex couplings are available with either steel or composite spacer tubing. Composite spacer tubing can reduce total cost by eliminating the need for bearings and support structures.

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FORM-FLEX METAL DISC FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS

Complete Product Offering
  • Torque Capacity to 3175 Hp/100 RPM
  • Close Couple, Spacer and Floating Shaft Designs
Formflex coupling diagram 5


Over 30 Years Experience in Metal Disc Couplings
High Strength Steel Fasteners
  • No Moving Parts
  • Zero Backlash
High Strength Stainless Steel Flex Discs
  • High Torsional Stiffness
  • No Lubrication Required
All Metal Construction
Applications
  • Pumps
  • Compressors
  • Printing
  • Fans and Blowers
  • Food Processing
  • Machine Tools
  • Wide Temperature Range
  • Available in Carbon or Stainless Steel
  • Composite Materials now available
Typical Applications
  • Pumps
    Form-Flex spacer and close couple designs are ideally suited for all types of pump applications
  • Engine Driven Equipment
    Form-Flex heavy duty FSH series couplings are commonly used to drive reciprocating compressors and other engine driven equipment
  • Printing
    Form-Flex couplings’ high torsional stiffness allows precise registration for higher quality printing lineshaft applications
  • Positioning Systems
    Zero backlash and high torsional stiffness make Form-Flex the first choice for servo and stepper drives
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FORM-FLEX FLEX DISC DESIGNS

DISC STYLEDESIGN FEATURESWHERE USED
4 bolt (A, M Series)
4 bolt (A, M Series)
Straight sided flex disc.
1 degree angular misalignment.
Torque range: 35 lb.in. to 30,240 lb. in.
Zero backlash.
All machined steel construction.
Stainless steel flex discs.
Steel or stainless steel materials.
Minimum reaction forces.
Ideal for general industrial applications with motor or turbine drivers and smooth to moderate load conditions.
Low to moderate speed ranges.
Serve or stepper driven positioning systems.
Applications where misalignment may be a problem.
4 bold designs offer the highest misalignment capacity of any metal disc design.
Not recommended for engine driven applications.
6 bolt (B Series)
6 bolt (B Series)
Straight sided disc.
0.7 degree angular misalignment.
Torque range: 3050 lb.in. to 233,000 lb.in.
Suitable for precision balancing.
Zero backlash.
All machined steel construction.
Stainless steel flex discs.
Steel or stainless steel materials.
Ideal for motor or turbine drivers with any load conditions.
Use for reversing, reciprocating or other rough load conditions.
May be used with industrial engines driving smooth loads.
Moderate to high speed ranges and applications where dynamic balancing is required.
Consider 6 bolt where 4 bolt size requires increasing coupling size to meet bore size requirements.
8 bolt (D, F, H Series)
8 bolt (D, F, H Series)
Round disc design.
0.3 degree angular misalignment.
Torque range: 9500 lb.in. to 2,000,000 lb.in.
Zero backlash.
Heavy duty cast construction.
Alloy or stainless steel flex discs.
Flywheel mount designs.
High torque-low speed applications.
Industrial engines driving reciprocating equipment.
Heavy-duty reversing applications.
Custom designs for high torque applications.
MATERIAL CLASSES - Applies to 4 and 6 Bolt Designs
MATERIAL CLASS BY COMPONENTDESCRIPTION
COUPLINGHUBSPACER ASSYREPAIR KIT
AAAAMild steel hubs and spacer, alloy steel hardware, 300 series SS flex disc
BBBAZinc plated steel hubs and spacer, alloy steel hardware, 300 series SS flex disc
CBCEZinc plated steel hubs and spacer, 300 series SS flex disc and hardware
EEEEAll 300 series stainless steel construction
PRODUCT FEATURES AND OPTIONS
FEATUREAR, AK, AP
AX, AY
BH, BP, BY, DP*BFBA, DA*A5, A7B5HFTHHH, HSH, FSH
STANDARD BORE FITClearanceInterferenceClearanceInterference
SET SCREWSStandardOptionalStandardOptional
PULLER HOLESOptionalStandardOptionalStandardOptional
STANDARD FLEX DISCS300 Series Stainless Steel*Alloy Steel
BALANCE CLASSAGMA 7AGMA 8AGMA 9AGMA 7N/AN/A
DYNAMIC BALANCEOptionalPer TBW Commercial StandardN/A

* Alloy steel flex disc is standared for DA and DP series. Stainless steel is optional.

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COUPLING/APPLICATION TYPES

COUPLING TYPETYPICAL APPLICATIONS SERIES
SINGLE
FLEX
Single flexing couplings compensate for angular and axial misalignment only. Single couplings should only be used in a three bearing system with a self-aligning bearing as shown in the illustration. Single couplings may also be used in pairs to support a clutch, transducer or other system component. These arrangements are double flexing and must be used with two fully supported shafts as described below.SINGLE FLEXAR
BH
HH
CLOSE
COUPLE
DOUBLE
FLEX
Close couple designs accommodate angular, parallel and axial misalignment types where two fully supported shafts are located very close together. Close shaft separations are generally in the range of 1/8 to 2 inches.CLOSE COUPLE DOUBLE FLEXAX
AA
AY
BY
BA
DA
SPACER
COUPLINGS
DOUBLE
FLEX
Spacer couplings are used to connect fully supported shafts with wider separations than can be reached with a close couple design. Spacer couplings allow room for installation and maintenance without moving the connected equipment. Shaft separations are generally in the range of 3 to 12 inches.
These couplings accommodate angular, parallel and axial misalignment.
SPACER COUPLINGS DOUBLE FLEXAK
AP
BP
BF
DP
HSH
FSH
FLOATING
SHAFT
COUPLINGS
Floating shaft couplings are spacer style couplings which are designed to connect widely separated shafts.The coupling spacers are fabricated. Both steel and TrueTube composite tubing options are available.

Semi-floating shaft couplings are a special single flex version of the floating shaft coupling. These may be used alone for some applications or in combination with floating shaft couplings and pillow block bearings to span long distances.

Composite floating shaft couplings should be considered as an alternative to mutiple span applications with centre bearings.
FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGSA5
A7
B5
HFTH
C/S
MICRO
COUPLINGS
DOUBLE
FLEX
Form-Flex Micro Couplings are used for precision low torque applications.They are a smaller version of our 4 bolt line. Micro Couplings are constructed of aluminum for reduced inertia. Close couple and spacer designs are available.MICRO COUPLINGS DOUBLE FLEXMA
MB
MC
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SELECTING AND ORDERING FORM-FLEX COUPLINGS

  1. Select correct service factor from the chart below.
  2. Calculate HP @ 100 or Design Torque (in lbs).
    HP @ 100  =  HP x service factor x 100
    coupling RPM

    OR
    Design Torque (in lbs)  =  63025 x HP x service factor
    coupling RPM

    OR
    Design Torque = Torque (in lbs) x Service Factor
  3. Compare this to the HP @ 100 column or the Rated Torque column.
  4. Check other limiting factors such as bores and overall dimensions.
  5. Standard Four or Six bolt couplings can be ordered as hubs and a centre assembly.
    All other couplings should be ordered by description.
SERVICE FACTOR TABLE
These service factors assume a smooth motor or turbine type driver. The adders listed for other driver types must be added to the service factor shown for the driven equipment.
ADDERS FOR DRIVER TYPEDRIVEN EQUIPMENTS.F.DRIVEN EQUIPMENTS.F.DRIVEN EQUIPMENTS.F.
DRIVERADDCONVEYORS - Uniform Load (cont.)FANSPAPER MILLS - (cont.)
TURBINE0Flight1.25Centrifugal1.00Couch1.75
AC MOTORSOven1.50Cooling Tower2.00Cutters, Platers2.00
With Soft Start0Screw1.25FEEDERSCylinders1.75
NEMA A or B0CONVEYORS - Non-uniform LoadAprons1.25Dryers1.75
NEMA C or D1Apron1.50Belt1.25Felt Stretchers1.25
DC MOTORSAssembly1.25Disc1.25Felt Whipper2.00
Shunt Type0Belt1.25Reciprocating2.50Presses2.00
Series or Compund1Bucket1.50Screw1.25Reel1.50
I/C ENGINESChain1.50FOOD INDUSTRYStock Chests1.50
8 or more Cylinders1Flight1.50Cereal Cookers1.25Suction Roll1.75
4-6 Cylinders1.5Oven1.50Dough Mixers1.75Washers and Thickeners1.50
1-3 Cylinders2Reciprocating2.50Meat Grinders1.75Winders1.50
DRIVEN EQUIPMENTS.F.Screw1.50Slicers1.75PRINTING PRESSES1.50
Shaker2.50LUMBER INDUSTRYPUMPS
AGITATORSCRANES AND HOISTSBarkers-Drum Type2.00Centrifugal1.00
Pure Liquids1.00Main Cranes2.00Edger Feeders2.00Reciprocating
Double Acting
2.00
Liquids and Solids1.25Reversing2.00Live Rolls2.00
Liquids - Variable Density1.25Skip Hoists1.75Log Haul2.00Single Acting 1-2 Cylinders2.25
BLOWERSTrolley Drive1.75Off Bearing Rolls2.00
Single Acting 3+ Cylinders
1.75
Centrifugal1.00Bridge Drive1.75Planers1.75Rotary-Gear, Lobe, Vane1.50
Lobe1.50Slope1.50Slab Conveyors1.50TEXTILE INDUSTRY
Vane1.25DREDGESSorting Table1.50Batchers1.25
BRIQUETTER MACHINE1.00Cable Reels1.75Trimmer Feed1.75Calendars1.75
CAN FILLING MACHINE1.00Conveyors1.50MACHINE TOOLSCard Machines1.50
COMPRESSORSManeuvering Winches1.75Bending Roll2.00Cloth Finishing Machines1.50
Centrifugal1.25Pumps1.75Plate Planer1.50Dry Cans1.75
Lobe1.50Screen Drives1.75Spindle Drives1.50Dryers1.50
ReciprocatingC/FStracers1.75Table/Axis Drives1.25Dyeing Machinery1.25
CONVEYORS - Uniform LoadUtility Winches1.50Tapping Machines2.50Looms1.50
Apron1.25ELEVATORSPAPER MILLSMangles1.25
Assembly1.00Bucket1.75Beater and Pulper1.75Nappers1.25
Belt1.00Centrifugal Discharge1.50Bleacher1.00Soapers1.25
Bucket1.25Freight2.00Calendars2.00Spinners1.50
Chain1.25Gravity Discharge1.50Converting Machines1.50TINTER FRAMES1.50
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COUPLING SELECTION GUIDE

  1. Consult factory for applications in shaded areas.
  2. Torque ratings may vary by coupling series.
  3. Use the 1.0 service factor column if a service factor was used in the Hp/100 RPM calculation.
TYPICAL APPLICATION CONDITIONS
Smooth motor or turbine drivenSteady motor or turbine drivenModerate motor or turbine drivenMedium motor or turbine drivenHeavy-high TQ, motor or engine drivenExtra heavy engine drivenExtremely heavy engine driven
Application diagram 1Application diagram 2Application diagram 3Application diagram 4Application diagram 5Application diagram 6Application diagram 7
Soft start with steady loadAverage starting loads and slight torque variationsAbove average starting loads and moderate load variationsHigh starting• torques and medium to heavy load variationsMild shock loading engines. Driving smooth loads. Extreme reliabilityHeavy shock loading or light reversingExtreme shock loading. Frequent wide torque variations
Type/SizeRATED
TORQUE
LB*IN
MAX
RPM
O.D.MAX
BORE
SERVICE FACTOR
1.01.52.02.53.03.254.0
RATED HP/100RPM AT SERVICE FACTOR SHOWN
Micro 4 bolt01920,0001.020.380.010.010.01 NOT
RECOMMENDED
FOR THESE
APPLICATIONS
021720,0001.260.590.030.020.01
033520,0001.650.790.060.040.03
048720,0002.240.790.140.090.07
A Series 4 bolt053008,5002.650.870.480.320.240.19
108007,5003.191.251.270.850.630.51
151.5756,7003.651.372.501.671.251.00
202,2006,2004.081.623.492.331.751.40
253,8005,5004.952.006.034.023.022.41
306,9305,0005.632.3711.007.335.504.40
3511,3404,4006.632.8718.0012.009.007.20
4018,2704,0007.643.2529.0019.3314.5011.60
4530,2403,7008.433.2548.0032.0024.0019.20
B Series 6 bolt333,05017,4004.692.504.843.232.421.941.611.49 
386,86014,3005.873.2510.897.265.444.363.633.35
4313,50012,7006.703.7521.4314.2910.718.577.146.59
4818,40011,0007.504.3829.2119.4714.6011.689.748.99
5324,00010,7007.874.5038.1025.4019.0515.2412.7011.72
5841,0009,4759.005.1365.0843.3932.5426.0321.6920.02
6348,0008,59010.005.5076.1950.7938.1030.4825.4023.44
6872,0007,80010.756.00114.2976.1957.1445.7138.1035.16
73125,0006,74012.506.50198.41132.2899.2179.3766.1461.05
78233,0005,60015.057.50369.84246.56184.92147.94123.28113.8
D Series 8 bolt229,5003,8006.002.2515.0810.057.546.035.034.643.77
2616,0003,3006.882.6325.4016.9312.7010.168.477.816.35
3124,0002,8008.133.1338.1025.4019.0515.2412.7011.729.52
3544,0002,6009.133.6369.8446.5634.9227.9423.2821.4917.46
3760,0002,50010.063.7595.2463.4947.6238.1031.7529.3023.81
4273,0002,40011.004.50115.8777.2557.9446.3538.6235.6528.97
4599,0002,25011.884.75157.14104.7678.5762.8652.3848.3539.29
50128,0002,00013.445.50203.17135.45101.5981.2767.7262.5250.79
55189,0001,80015.006.25300.00200.00150.00120.00100.0092.3175.00
60261,0001,60016.757.12414.29276.19207.14165.71138.10127.47103.57
70415,0001,40018.947.87658.73439.15329.37263.49219.58202.69164.68
75533,0001,30020.638.75846.03564.02423.02338.41282.01260.32211.51
80685,0001,20022.389.121,087.30724.87543.65434.92362.43334.55271.83
85829,0001,10023.759.621,315.87877.25657.94526.35438.62404.88328.97
921,040,0001,00025.7511.001,650.791,100.53825.40660.32550.26507.94412.70
1051,250,0001,00029.2512.001,984.131,322.75992.06793.65661.38610.50496.03
1602,000,00090033.5017.003,174.602,116.401,587.301,269.841,058.20976.80793.65
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4 BOLT COUPLING HUB OPTIONS

To order a complete coupling, order two hubs of any time and a coupling (spacer) sub assembly for the required coupling type. All dimensions shown in inches.

AJ Standard Hubs

Provided with straight bore and keyway solid hubs available from stock

AZ Oversize Bore Hubs

Provided with straight bore and keyway

AJ Standard HubsAZ Oversize Bore Hubs
SizeMax BoreABFHJSTD Set Screw SizeSizeMax BoreABFHJSTD Set Screw Size
050.872.650.251.001.300.3810-24 UNC051.132.650.251.001.880.3810-24 UNC
101.253.190.301.001.300.381/4-20 UNC101.633.190.301.002.370.381/4-20 UNC
151.373.650.351.132.000.411/4-20 UNC151.883.650.351.132.690.411/4-20 UNC
201.624.080.351.322.400.501/4-20 UNC202.134.080.351.323.130.501/4-20 UNC
252.004.950.451.622.800.635/16-18 UNC252.384.950.451.623.750.635/16-18 UNC
302.385.630.551.883.300.695/16-18 UNC302.885.630.551.884.250.695/16-18 UNC
352.886.630.552.254.150.881/2-13 UNC353.756.630.552.255.250.881/2-13 UNC
403.257.640.652.504.650.941/2-13 UNC404.007.640.652.506.020.941/2-13 UNC
453.758.430.653.005.401.201/2-13 UNC454.638.430.653.006.751.201/2-13 UNC
QD Bored Hubs

Material class A or B only - available from stock

Hubs for Taper Lock Bushings

Available MTO only

QD Bored HubsHubs for Taper Lock Bushings
CPLG
SIZE
BUSH
SIZE
BUSH
TQ.
LB*IN
MAX
BORE
BCFHBOLT
SIZE
UNC
CPLG
SIZE
REGULAR MOUNTREVERSE MOUNT
BUSH
SIZE
BUSH
TQ.
LB*IN
MAX
BORE
FBUSH
SIZE
BUSH
TQ.
LB*IN
MAX
BORE
F
15JA10001-1/41.171.000.562.00#1015N/A---------110813001.120.87
20JA10001-1/41.171.000.562.40#1020110813001.120.87121535501.251.50
25SH35001-11/161.501.250.752.801/425121535501.251.50131038501.371.00
30SD500022.061.811.253.301/430131038501.371.00161543001.621.50
35SK70002-5/82.191.871.254.155/1635201271502.001.252517116002.501.75
40SF110002-15/162.382.061.374.653/8402525113002.502.502525113002.502.50
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4 BOLT COUPLING HUB OPTIONS CONT.

AC/AD Clamping Hubs

AC Hubs provided without keyway
AD Hubs provided with keyway
Material class A or B only

AL Lock Element Hubs

These hubs are ringfeder tapered locking elements
Material class A or B only

AC/AD Clamping HubsAL Lock Element Hubs
SizeMax BoreAFGHScrew SizeSizeHub TypeMax BoreBFGScrew Size
ACADMinMax
051.000.872.651.13.502.061/4-20 UNC05AJ6131.001.32.3210-32 UNF
101.000.873.191.18.502.061/4-20 UNCAZ14191.001.42.421/4-28 UNF
1.501.251.36.692.755/16-18 UNC10AJ12181.001.42.421/4-28 UNF
151.000.873.651.27.502.061/4-20 UNCAZ19301.001.42.421/4-28 UNF
1.751.371.46.693.005/16-18 UNC15AJ12221.131.55.421/4-28 UNF
201.311.004.081.32.552.381/4-20 UNCAZ24351.131.55.425/16-24 UNF
2.121.621.52.753.503/8-16 UNC20AJ22301.321.78.421/4-28 UNF
252.131.624.951.62.643.505/16-18 UNCAZ32421.321.83.515/16-24 UNF
2.501.871.86.884.003/8-16 UNC25AJ22321.632.05.421/4-28 UNF
 AZ35501.632.23.603/8-24 UNF

NOTE: AC and AL Hubs do not carry full torque capacity. Please consult engineering.

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COUPLING HUB OPTIONS

6 Bolt Coupling Hubs

BH series-used on BH, BP, B5, BY series
Provided with straight bore and keyway
Interference fit without setscrews is recommended

8 Bolt Coupling Hubs

Dxx-3 Cast Iron Material, Dxx-3ST Cast Steel Material
Used on HH, HSH, FSH, HFTH series
Interference fit without setscrews is recommended

6 Bolt Coupling Hubs8 Bolt Coupling Hubs
SizeMax BoreABFHJOptional Set
Screw Size
SizeMax BoreABFH
IronSteel
332.254.690.301.753.140.881/4-20 UNC 222.25– 6.000.532.503.88
383.005.870.352.254.131.133/8-16 UNC 262.62– 6.870.622.884.50
433.256.700.422.504.631.253/8-16 UNC 313.12– 8.120.693.385.50
483.757.500.402.755.401.501/2-13 UNC 353.62– 9.120.883.756.12
533.887.870.552.885.651.441/2-13 UNC 373.75– 10.060.884.006.50
584.259.000.653.256.221.631/2-13 UNC 424.254.5011.001.004.257.00
634.8810.000.653.387.141.693/4-10 UNC 454.504.7511.871.134.507.43
685.0010.750.753.757.331.883/4-10 UNC 505.125.5013.431.255.009.50
735.2512.501.005.137.802.503/4-10 UNC 555.626.2515.001.255.509.50
786.5015.051.156.389.503.123/4-10 UNC 606.507.1216.751.446.2510.50
 707.007.8718.931.757.0011.75
757.758.7520.621.757.2513.00
808.009.1222.372.097.7513.75
858.509.6223.752.138.2514.50
9210.0011.0025.752.629.0015.87
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FORM-FLEX DISC IDENTIFICATION CHART

All dimensions are rounded to the nearest fractional size for identification purposes.
No tolerances are specified or implied.
Disc set thickness varies for type BA and DA.

4 BOLT DISCS
SizeWidthI.D.Hole DiaB.C. DiaChordDisc Set Thickness
051-13/1611/41-7/81-5/160.06
102-3/161-3/161/42-3/81-5/80.09
152-9/161-1/45/162-5/81-7/80.12
202-13/161-5/85/163-1/82-3/160.14
253-9/61-3/47/163-3/42-5/80.15
3042-1/161/24-1/430.18
354-3/42-3/41/25-1/43-3/40.28
405-1/235/864-1/40.30
456-1/163-1/25/86-3/44-3/40.40
50743/47-3/45-1/20.43
557-3/44-1/418-1/260.51
6 BOLT DISCS
SizeWidthI.D.Hole DiaB.C. DiaChordDisc Set Thickness
333-3/42-3/41/43-3/41-7/80.10
384-13/163-9/165/164-7/82-7/160.13
435-11/63-15/167/165-9/162-7/80.16
486-3/84-5/87/166-3/83-3/160.19
536-3/44-3/41/26-5/83-5/160.24
587-3/45-1/45/87-7/163-3/40.25
638-1/265/88-3/84-3/160.30
689-1/46-1/43/49-15/1650.34
7310-5/86-5/811050.44
7813-9/167-7/81-1/41260.54
8 BOLT DISCS
SizeWidthI.D.Hole DiaB.C. DiaChordDisc Set Thickness
225-5/83-7/85/164-3/41-13/160.17
266-9/164-7/1613/325-1/22-1/80.23
317-3/45-1/415/326-1/22-1/20.25
358-5/85-3/417/327-1/42-3/40.29
379-5/86-5/165/883-1/160.31
4210-1/26-3/411/168-5/83-5/160.31
4511-1/47-1/43/49-1/43-1/20.37
5012-13/168-1/27/810-1/240.46
5514-3/89111-3/44-1/20.54
6015-15/169-15/161-1/81350.59
7018-1/811-1/81-5/1614-3/45-5/80.78
7519-3/4121-7/16166-1/80.80
8021-7/1613-1/81-9/1617-3/86-5/80.81
8522-7/8141-3/418-1/27-1/80.87
9224-7/8151-7/8207-5/81.00
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ENGINEERING STANDARDS FORM-FLEX COUPLINGS

Industry Standards Referenced

AGMA 9002--A86-BORES AND KEYWAYS FOR FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS
AGMA 9000-C90-FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS - POTENTIAL UNBALANCED CLASSIFICATION
AGMA514.02-LOAD CLASSIFICATION AND SERVICE FACTORS FOR FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS
AP1610-CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS FOR GENERAL REFINERY SERVICE, 7th Edition-BF and BP series meet the requirements of AP1610, 7th Edition when supplied with interference fit bores. Other coupling series can be altered to comply with AP1610.
NEMA MG1-14.37 AND MG1-21.81-All Form-Flex metal disc couplings meet these standards without limited end float devices.

Certain tables and data in this catalogue were extracted from the reference AGMA standards with the permission of the publisher, the American Gear Manufacturers Associations, 1901 North Meyer Drive, Arlington, VA 22209.

Material Classes Applicable to 4 and 6 Bolt Designs
CLASS A
Mild steel hubs and spacer, alloy steel hardware, 300 series stainless steel flex discs
CLASS B
Zinc plated mild steel hubs and spacer, alloy steel hardware, 300 series stainless steelflex discs
CLASS C
Zinc plated mild steel hubs and spacer, 300 series stainless steel hardware and flex discs
CLASS E
All 300 series stainless steel construction
Dynamic Balancing Recommendations

Balance Class Selection ChartUse this graph to determine the appropriate balance class based on coupling weight and operating speed. The balance classes listed on the graph are for equipment with average sensitivity to coupling unbalance. The user should determine how sensitive the equipment train is to coupling unbalance. Use one balance class higher if your system has higher than average sensitivity to unbalance. Use one balance class lower if your system has lower than average sensitivity to unbalance. Use this guide to check your coupling selection against the recommended balance class for your operating conditions.

The following factors should be considered when determining a machine's sensitivity to coupling unbalance.

  1. Shaft End Deflection: Machines having flexible shaft extensions are relatively sensitive to coupling unbalance.
  2. Bearing Load Due to Coupling Weight Relative To Total Bearing Load: Machines have lightly loaded bearings, bearings that are primarily loaded by the weight of the coupling or other overhung weight are relatively sensitive to coupling unbalance.
  3. Bearing, Bearing Support and Foundation Flexibility: Machines or systems with flexible foundations for supports for the rotating elements are relatively sensitive to coupling unbalance.
  4. System Natural Frequencies: Machines operating at or near natural frequencies are sensitive to coupling unbalance.
  5. Machine Separation: Systems having widely separated machines are relatively sensitive to coupling unbalance.
  6. Shaft Extension Relative to Bearing Span: Machines having a short bearing span relative to their shaft extensions are sensitive to static unbalance.
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How Form-Flex Couplings Accommodate Misalignment

Diagram - Parallel OffsetDouble flexing metal disc couplings may be used to accommodate angular, parallel and axial misalignment. Single flexing couplings may only be used to accommodate angular and axial misalignment. A metal disc type coupling uses a double hinge effect through two flexible discs and spacer to compensate for parallel offset misalignment between shafts. Parallel misalignment imposes the same angular deflection (A) on each flex disc. Angular misalignment of either connected shaft (B) creates additional angular deflections which are added to the angular offset due to parallel misalignment. The total misalignment angle (C) at the flex disc is equal to the angular offset misalignment (B). The maximum misalignment angle (C) should never exceed the rated misalignment capacity of the coupling type being used. Machinery equipment changes in actual operation and over the life of the equipment. We recommend that the machinery misalignment be set as close to zero as possible when a coupling is installed. We recommend keeping the measured misalignment below 25% of the rated misalignment capacity of the coupling type used when the machinery is installed and aligned. The remaining coupling misalignment capacity will then be available to accommodate additional misalignment caused by foundation shifts, vibrations, thermal growth or other causes.

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Product Features and Options
FEATUREAR, AK, AP, AX, AYBH, BP, BY, DP*BFBA, DA*A5, A7B5HFTHHH, HSH, FSH
STANDARD BORE FITClearanceInterference ClearanceInterference
SET SCREWSStandardOptional StandardOptional
PULLER HOLESOptionalStandard Optional StandardOptional
STANDARD FLEX DISCS300 Series Stainless Steel*Alloy Steel
BALANCE CLASSAGMA 7AGMA 8AGMA 9AGMA 7N/AN/A
DYNAMIC BALANCEOptionalPer TBW Commercial StandardN/A

* Alloy steel flex disc is standard for DA and DP series. Stainless steel is optional.

Standard Bore Tolerances (Imperial)
INCH SIZESIZEKEYWAY SIZEBORE TOLERANCES
CLEARANCE FITINTERFERENCE FIT
1/2121/8 x 1/16.500/.501---
5/8583/16 x 3/32.625/.626---
3/4343/16 x 3/32.750/.751.7490/.7495
7/8783/16 x 3/32.875/.876.8740/.8745
15/1615/161/4 x 1/8.9375/.9385.9365/.9370
111/4 x 1/81.000/1.001.9990/9995
1-1/81181/4 x 1/81.125/1.1261.1240/1.1245
1-3/1613161/4 x 1/81.1875/1.18851.1865/1.1870
1-1/41141/4 x 1/81.250/1.2511.2490/1.2495
1-3/81385/16 x 5/321.375/1.3761.3740/1.3745
1-7/1617163/8 x 3/161.4375/1.43851.4365/1.4370
1-1/21123/8 x 3/161.500/1.5011.4990/1.4995
1-5/81583/8 x 3/161.625/1.6261.623/1.624
1-3/41343/8 x 3/161.750/1.7511.748/1.749
1-7/81781/2 x 1/41.875/1/8761.873/1.874
1-15/16115161/2 x 1/41.9375/1.93851.9355/1.9365
221/2 x 1/42.000/2.0011.998/1.999
2-1/82181/2 x 1/42.1250/2.12652.123/2.124
2-1/42141/2 x 1/42.2500/2.25152.248/2.249
2-3/82385/8 x 5/162.3750/2.37652.373/2.374
2-7/1627165/8 x 5/162.4375/2.43902.4355/2.4365
2-1/22125/8 x 5/162.500/2.50152.498/2.499
2-5/82585/8 x 5/162.6250/2.62652.623/2.624
2-3/42345/8 x 5/162.7500/2.75152.748/2.749
2-7/82783/4 x 3/82.8750/2.87652.873/2.874
2-15/16215163/4 x 3/82.9375/2.93902.9355/2.9365
333/4 x 3/83.000/3.00152,998/2.999
3-1/43143/4 x 3/83.2500/3.25153.2470/3.2485
3-3/83387/8 x 7/163.3750/3.37653.3720/3.3735
3-1/23127/8 x 7/163.5000/3.50153.4970/3.4985
3-5/83587/8 x 7/163.6250/3.62653.6220/3.6235
3-3/43347/8 x 7/163.7500/3.75153.7470/3.7485
441 x 1/24.000/4.00153.9970/3.9985
4-1/44141 x 1/24.2500/4.25154.2465/4.2480
4-1/24121 x 1/24.5000/4.50154.4965/4.4980
4-3/44341-1/4 x 5/84.7500/4.75154.7465/4.7480
551-1/4 x 5/8---4.9965/4.9980
5-1/45141-1/4 x 5/8---5.2460/5.2475
5-1/25121-1/4 x 5/8---5.4960/5.4975
5-3/45341-1/2 x 3/4---5.7460/5.7475
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Standard Bore Tolerances (Metric)
METRIC SIZESIZE CODEKEYWAY SIZEBORE TOLERANCE KEYWAY TOLERANCES
CLEARANCE FIT
66mm2 x 1.236/.237WIDTHEnglish+ .002”/–0.000”
88mm2 x 1.315/.316Metric+ .001”/–0.000”
1010mm3 x 1.4.394/.395HEIGHT AT SIDE OF KWBore < = 3.375”+ .015”/–0.000”
1212mm4 x 1.8.4725/.4735Bore > 3.375”+ .020”/–0.000”
1313mm5 x 2.3.512/.513
Drawing of Shaft
1414mm5 x 2.3.551/.552
1515mm5 x 2.3.591/.592
1616mm5 x 2.3.630/.631
1818mm6 x 2.8.709/.710
2020mm6 x 2.8.7875/.7885
2222mm6 x 2.8.866/.867
2424mm8 x 3.3.945/.946
2525mm8 x 3.3.984/.985
2828mm8 x 3.31.1025/1.1035
3030mm8 x 3.31.181/1.182
3232mm10 x 3.31.260/1.261
3535mm10 x 3.31.378/1.379
3838mm10 x 3.31.496/1.497
4040mm12 x 3.31.575/1.576
4545mm14 x 3.81.772/1.773
4848mm14 x 3.81.890/1.891
5050mm14 x 3.81.969/1.970
5555mm16 x 4.32.1655/2.1670
6060mm18 x 4.42.3620/2.3635
6565mm18 x 4.42.5590/2.5605
7070mm20 x 4.92.7560/2.7575
7575mm20 x 4.92.9530/2.9545
8080mm22 x 5.43.1500/3.1515
8585mm22 x 5.43.3465/3.3480
9090mm25 x 5.43.5435/3.5450
9595mm25 x 5.43.7400/3.9385
100100mm28 x 6.43.9370/3.9385
110110mm28 x 6.44.3310/4.3325

Bore tolerances in inches
Keyway sizes in mm

SPECIFYING TAPERED BORES

Please provide the following information for taper bore hubs:

  1. Drawing of HUB showing bore and keyway details
    OR
  2. Drawing of shaft showing:
    (LD) Large diameter, specify with tolerance
    (S) Length of taper, measure parallel to shaft centreline
    (T) Taper angle. Specify as degrees, taper per foot or a percentage
    (P) Desired pull-up of hub on shaft
    (D) Counterbore diameter as required
    (E) Counterbore depth as required
    Keyway or shaft keyseat dimensions. Specify width, depth and keyway taper angle

    –AND OPTIONALLY–
  3. Drawing or sketch of equipment layout in order to determine correct spacer length.
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SINGLE FLEX - AR SERIES
4 BOLT SINGLE FLEXING COUPLING (Formerly AJ Series)

The AR series coupling accommodates angular and axial misalignment only. Single couplings may be used in pairs to support a clutch, brake or other power transmission component in a floating shaft arrangement, or to support a component that is supported by a self-aligning bearing. The AR coupling consists of two hubs and one set of standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs.

SINGLE FLEX - AR SERIES SINGLE FLEX - AR SERIES - Diagram
Rated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example-AJ35A x 1-3/8
1-Flex Assembly-Example-A35RKA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesFlex Assy
Part No.
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ -STANDARD 05-4505-45AxxRKA 
AZ OVERSIZE 05-4505-45AxxRKA 
QD BUSHING MOUNT 15-40 15-45 AxxRKE 
AC/AD CLAMP 05-2515-45 AxxRKE 
AL LOCK ELEMENT 05-25 xx = Size
SizeDimensions in InchesFree End
Float
+/- Inch
Max BoreABD
DBSE
FHJ
AJAZ
050.871.132.652.240.241.001.300.540.015
101.251.633.192.270.271.001.800.590.020
151.371.883.652.580.321.132.000.880.021
201.622.134.082.980.341.322.400.790.027
252.002.384.953.690.451.622.801.000.030
302.382.885.634.230.471.883.301.140.032
352.883.756.635.050.552.254.150.970.042
403.254.007.645.600.602.504.651.300.050
453.754.638.436.850.853.005.400.770.060
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max
RPM
Max Radial
Load (LBS.)
Weight
(LBS.)
WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD
X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
1.0 S.F
050.483006008,500341.240.960.28
101.278001,6007,500561.962.350.84
152.501,5753,1506,7001252.984.621.47
203.492,2004,4006,2001834.077.482.11
256.033,8007,6005,5002757.0120.43.62
3011.006,93013,8605,00040010.841.55.91
3518.0011,34022,6804,40060017.288.311.0
4029.0018,27036,5404,00085025.617817.0
4548.0030,24060,4803,700100029229225.8
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
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SINGLE FLEX - BH SERIES 6 BOLT SINGLE FLEXING COUPLING

The BH series coupling accommodates angular and axial misalignment only. Single couplings may be used in pairs to support a clutch, brake or other power transmission component in a floating shaft arrangement, or to support a component that is supported by a self-aligning bearing. The BH coupling consists of two hubs and one set of standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs.

SINGLE FLEX - BH SERIES SINGLE FLEX - BH SERIES - Diagram
Rated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/Disc
Hub TypesSizes Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example-BH48A x 3”
1-Flex Assembly-Example-B048RKA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesFlex Assy
Part No.
BH33-78ClassSize
 33-78 BOxxRKA 
33-78 BOxxRKA 
38-63 BOxxRKE 
MTO 38-63 BOxxRKE 
 xx = Size
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreABD DBSEFH
332.254.693.790.291.753.14
383.005.874.840.342.254.13
433.256.705.470.472.504.63
483.757.506.000.502.755.40
533.887.876.280.522.885.65
584.259.007.060.563.256.22
634.8810.007.360.603.387.14
685.0010.758.350.853.757.33
735.2512.5011.261.005.137.80
786.5015.0513.700.946.389.50
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max
RPM
Max
Radial
Load (LBS.)
Weight
(LBS.)
WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD
X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float
+/- Inch
1.0 S.F
334.843,0506,1008,4001505.7614.54.570.03
3810.086,350112,5007,50024011.446.69.410.04
4319.8412,50025,0006,80042017.391.717.80.05
4826.9817,00034,0006,50065525.217135.50.06
5338.1024,00048,0006,00072029.822629.80.06
5853.9734,00068,0005,50093045.444350.00.06
6376.1948,00096,0005,2001,12558.471576.60.07
68114.2972,000144,0004,8001,53073.498496.70.07
73198.41125,000250,0004,2002,1901152,0501390.08
78369.84233,000466,0003,7004,6002125,3402510.08
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown for BH hubs at maximum bore size.
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SINGLE FLEX - HH SERIES 8 BOLT SINGLE COUPLING

The HH series is designed for high torque, low speed applications, Hubs are cast of iron or steel. Flex discs are high strength alloy steel. Stainless steel flex discs are optional. Dynamic balancing for higher speed operation is not recommended. Single plane balancing of individual hubs is available.

SINGLE FLEX - HH SERIES SINGLE FLEX - HH SERIES - Diagram
Rated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Ordering: HH Series couplings are sold as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub type, bore sizes. and flex disc materials.
A coupling will be configured to meet your specification.
Hub TypesSizes
C.I.26-160
STL31-160
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreABD
DBSE
FH
IronSteel
222.25-6.005.430.432.503.87
262.62-6.876.290.532.884.50
313.123.258.127.380.623.385.50
353.623.819.128.160.663.756.12
373.754.1910.068.810.814.006.50
424.254.5011.009.310.814.257.00
454.504.7511.879.870.874.507.43
505.125.5013.4311.061.065.009.50
555.626.2515.0012.251.255.509.50
606.507.1216.7513.841.346.2510.50
707.007.8718.9315.501.507.0011.75
757.758.7520.6216.051.557.2513.00
808.009.1222.3717.061.567.7513.75
858.509.6223.7518.121.628.2514.50
9210.0011.0025.7519.751.759.0015.87
10510.5012.0029.2522.751.7510.5020.00
16016.0017.0033.5026.252.2512.0024.00
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SINGLE FLEX - HH SERIES 8 BOLT SINGLE COUPLING CONT.

SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max
RPM
Max Radial
Load (LBS.)
Weight
(LBS.)
WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD
X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float
+/- Inch
1.0 S.F
2215.089,50014,2503,800338176212.70.018
2625.4016,00024,0003,3005702612922.10.022
3138.1024,00036,0002,8007004330436.40.026
3569.8444,00066,0002,6009306155752.80.028
3795.2460,00090,0002,5001,1707782069.60.031
42115.8773,000109,5002,4001,300951,250840.034
45157.1499,000148,5002,2501,7001151,8101060.036
50203.17128,000192,0002,0002,2501633,2901470.041
55300.00189,000283,5001,8003,2002285,5702430.046
60414.29261,000391,5001,6004,00032810,3003490.051
70658.73415,000622,5001,4006,10045118,2004820.058
75846.03533,000799,5001,3006,90058827,4006820.062
801,087.30685,0001,027,5001,2007,50073242,1007790.068
851,315.87829,0001,243,5001,1008,70084054,7009110.070
921,650.791,040,0001,560,0001,00011,1001,16089,40012200.078
1051,984.131,250,0001,875,0001,0008,4601,780160,00032000.085
1603,174.602,000,0003,000,00090011,3002,310325,00051400.125
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for Cast Iron hubs at maximum bore size.
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CLOSE COUPLE - AX SERIES 4 BOLT CLOSE COUPLED COUPLING

(General Use)

The AX series close coupling is made up of two hubs, a steel spacer block, two stainless flex discs and AX hardware. A special bolting arrangement supports the spacer between the flex discs. The AX is an economical design that is well suited to many general purpose applications. The AX accommodates close shaft separations when it is installed with the shafts extending through the flex discs into the centre of the coupling. The shaft diameter must be less than the flex disc I.D. listed in the dimensional table.

CLOSE COUPLE - AX SERIES CLOSE COUPLE - AX SERIES - Diagram
AD HUB SHOWNRated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example-AJ20A x 1-1/2”
1-Space Assembly-Example-A x 20SAA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesFlex Assy
Part No.
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - STANDARD05-4505-45AxxSAA 
AZ OVERSIZE05-4505-45AxxSAB 
QD BUSHING MOUNT15-40 N/A N/A 
AC/AD CLAMP05-25N/A N/A 
AL LOCK ELEMENT05-25 xx = Size
SizeDimensions in Inches*
Max BoreABDBSEFGHJDisc I.D.**
AJAZDminDmax
050.871.132.653.340.381.341.000.481.301.681.00
101.251.633.193.400.441.401.000.481.801.791.17
151.371.883.653.800.631.541.130.442.001.851.28
201.622.134.084.220.631.581.320.482.401.661.65
252.002.384.955.360.752.121.620.692.802.391.78
302.382.885.636.301.002.541.880.773.303.182.01
352.883.756.637.171.132.672.250.774.152.812.71
403.254.007.648.301.133.302.501.084.654.033.00
453.754.638.439.551.503.553.001.035.403.283.51
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
** Shaft I.D. must be less than disc I.D. in order to extend shafts into coupling to eet Dmin dimension.
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float +/- Inch
1.0 S.F
050.483004508,5001.631.260.040.030
101.278001,2007,5002.482.900.060.040
152.501,5752,3636,7003.845.800.210.042
203.492,2003,3006,2005.109.160.250.055
256.033,8005,7005,5009.1326.10.560.060
3011.006,93010,3955,00013.851.70.790.065
3518.0011,34017,0104,40021.11081.480.085
4029.0018,27027,4054,00032.02221.680.100
4548.0030,24045,3603,70044.43654.540.120
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
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CLOSE COUPLE - AA SERIES 4 BOLT CLOSE COUPLED COUPLING

(General Use - Shorter Bolt Removal)

The AA series close coupling is made up of two hubs, a cast iron block type spacer and two sets of standard hardware. Stainless steel flex discs are standard. The AA accommodates close shaft separations when it is installed with the shafts extending through the flex discs into the centre of the coupling. The shaft diameter must be less than the flex disc I.D. listed in the dimensional table. This coupling is recommended when the bolt removal length (J) makes the AX coupling impractical. Special machined steel block spacers are also available in several sizes.

CLOSE COUPLE - AA SERIES CLOSE COUPLE - AA SERIES - Diagram
Rated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example–AJ35A x 2”
1-Space Assembly
-Example–AA35SAA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesSpacer Assembly
Part No.
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - Standard05-45A05-45AAxxSAA
AZ Oversize05-45B05-45AAxxSAB
QD Bushing Mount15-40C15-45AAxxSAC
AC/AD Clamp05-25EN/AN/A
AL Lock Element05-25 xx = Size
SizeDimensions in Inches*
Max BoreABDBSEFGHJDisc I.D. **
AJAZDminDmax
050.871.132.653.230.251.231.000.241.300.541.00
101.251.633.193.730.251.731.000.271.800.561.17
151.371.883.653.820.311.561.130.322.000.881.28
201.622.134.084.380.411.741.320.342.400.791.65
252.002.384.955.260.412.021.620.452.801.001.78
302.382.885.636.240.562.481.880.473.301.142.01
352.883.756.636.910.662.412.250.554.150.972.71
403.254.007.647.700.752.702.500.604.651.303.00
453.754.638.439.260.883.263.000.855.400.773.51
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
** Shaft I.D. must be less than disc I.D. in order to extend shafts into coupling to meet Dmin dimension.
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max RPMWeight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float +/- Inch
1.0 S.F
050.483004503,6001.761.400.060.030
101.278001,2003,5002.773.350.100.040
152.501,5752,3633,4504.246.660.260.042
203.492,2003,3003,3505.4810.20.250.055
256.033,8005,7003,2009.8129.40.620.060
3011.006,93010,3953,00015.0590.940.065
3518.0011,34017,0102,80022.41211.440.085
4029.0018,27027,4052,65034.32502.430.100
4548.0030,24045,3602,50046.54122.600.120
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
2) Max RPM shown based on cast iron spacer material
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CLOSE COUPLE - AY SERIES 4 BOLT CLOSE COUPLED COUPLING

(Positioning Applications)

The AY series is specifically designed for positioning applications where a servo or stepper drive is C flange mounted and connects to a ball screw. The AY accommodates the small amounts of angular and parallel misalignment with an absolute minimum size package, zero backlash and high torsional stiffness. The AY is made up of two hubs, a steel spacer block, two stainless flex discs and AY hardware. The coupling must be installed as an assembled unit. The spacer is not service removable.

CLOSE COUPLE - AY SERIES CLOSE COUPLE - AY SERIES - Diagram
AD HUB SHOWNRated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Coupling Consists of:
2—Hubs—Example–AJ20A x 1/2”
1—Spacer Assembly
—Example–AY20SAA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesFlex Assy
Part No.
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - STANDARD05-25A05-25AxxSAA
AZ - OVERSIZE05-25B05-25AxxSAB
QD BUSHING MOUNT15-25CN/AN/A
AC/AD CLAMP05-25EN/AN/A
AL LOCK ELEMENT05-25 xx = Size
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreABDBSEFGHDisc I.D. **
AJAZDminDmax
050.871.132.652.850.490.851.000.241.301.00
101.251.633.192.910.500.911.000.271.801.17
151.371.883.653.330.561.071.130.322.001.28
201.622.134.083.760.561.121.320.342.401.65
252.002.384.954.770.871.531.620.452.801.78
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
** Shaft I.D. must be less than disc I.D. in order to extend shafts into coupling to meet Dmin dimension.
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float +/- Inch
1.0 S.F
050.483006008,5001.641.240.130.030
101.278001,6007,5002.683.080.350.040
152.501,5753,1506,7004.236.410.640.042
203.492,2004,4006,2005.499.920.830.055
256.033,8007,6005,5009.7827.61.560.060
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
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CLOSE COUPLE - BY SERIES 6 BOLT CLOSE COUPLED COUPLING

The BY series close coupling is a low cost replacement for gear or elastomeric couplings. It is ideal for use in low to moderate speed applications with motor or turbine drivers. The BY is an economical alternative to Axial Split spacer designs. The BY accommodates close shaft spacings by allowing the connected shafts to extend through the flex discs and spacer without restriction. The spacer is not service removable if the shaft gap is less than the D1 dimension shown. For shorter shaft spacings, the flex discs may still be replaced by removing the coupling bolts and shuttling the spacer from side to side.

CLOSE COUPLE - BY SERIES - Diagram
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Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example-BY43A x 2-1/2”
1-Space Assembly-Example-BY43SAA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesFlex Assy
Part No.
ClassSize
A05-25AxxSAA
B05-25AxxSAB
CN/AN/A
EN/AN/A
Rated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/Disc xx = Size
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreAB1B2B3CDBSEFiFeHJiJe
BY invBH extD1D2D3
332.002.254.694.134.5304.931.3500.430.9301.431.851.753.141.461.06
382.633.005.874.455.2606.071.4400.571.0701.571.942.254.131.610.80
432.883.256.705.416.2657.121.6450.811.4652.122.302.504.632.511.60
483.253.757.505.646.6307.621.7600.761.4402.122.442.755.402.341.35
533.633.887.876.777.6008.432.0501.011.8402.672.882.885.652.932.10
584.004.259.007.608.7009.802.1501.202.2503.303.203.256.224.403.30
634.504.8810.008.409.23010.062.5501.202.2503.303.603.387.144.003.17
684.755.0010.759.2010.45011.702.5001.602.9004.203.803.757.335.284.03
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float +/- Inch
1.0 S.F
334.843,0504,5758,4008.0622.30.940.060
3810.086,3509,5257,50013.965.12.980.084
4319.8412,50018,7506,80023.21444.990.090
4826.9817,00025,5006,50031.12415.420.108
5338.1024,00036,0006,00040.33459.100.108
5853.9734,00051,0005,50065.473415.40.118
6376.1948,00072,0005,20082.8115025.80.140
68114.2972,000108,0004,800106176037.40.144
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for BY hubs at maximum bore size.
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CLOSE COUPLE - BA SERIES - 6 BOLT DESIGN &
DA SERIES-8 BOLT DESIGN AXIAL SPLIT SPACER COUPLINGS

Axial split spacer couplings are an ideal replacement for lubricated gear or grid couplings. Close shaft separations are met without requirements for extending shafts through hubs. The split spacer removes radially to allow removal of connected equipment. Flex discs may be replaced without disturbing the connected equipment. The axial split series features all steel contruction. Stainless steel flex discs are standard for the BA series. Both stainless and high strength alloy steel flex disc options are available with the DA series.

CLOSE COUPLE - BA SERIES CLOSE COUPLE - BA SERIES - Diagram
Ordering: BA and DA Series couplings are sold as components.
Please specify hub bore sizes and specify flex disc materials for DA series couplings.
Rated Misalignment: 0.5 Deg/Disc
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreABD
DBSE
FGH
BA331.754.693.880.121.880.332.71
BA382.505.874.380.122.130.403.55
BA432.636.705.000.122.440.483.91
DA313.387.815.870.192.840.445.22
DA353.758.696.810.253.280.545.71
DA374.199.697.370.253.560.696.18
DA424.5010.508.190.253.970.696.70
DA454.7511.319.310.314.500.757.20
DA505.0012.889.750.314.720.967.93
DA555.5014.4411.000.385.311.048.95
DA606.0016.0012.380.386.001.109.89
DA707.0018.2514.380.387.001.4011.08
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max RPMWeight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
Free End
Float +/- Inch
1.0 S.FUnbalancedBalanced
BA336.293,9657,9304,2007,00010.729.20.060
BA3813.108,25516,5103,8006,30018.181.70.084
BA4325.7916,25032,5003,7006,00030.21580.090
DA3138.1024,00048,0003,0005,00045.53720.052
DA3554.1334,10068,2002,8004,50063.46270.056
DA3781.1151,100102,2002,5004,000871,1100.062
DA42114.7672,300144,6002,3003,7001141,6700.067
DA45130.4882,200164,4002,2003,4001522,5500.072
DA50196.83124,000248,0002,0003,3002154,6100.082
DA55300.00189,000378,0001,9002,8003178,5500.092
DA60390.48246,000492,0001,8002,50045014,9000.102
DA70549.21692,000692,0001,7002,50066428,8000.115
Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown for BH hubs at maximum bore size.
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SPACER - 4 BOLT AK SERIES - STOCK LENGTH COUPLING
AP SERIES-CUSTOM LENGTH COUPLING

The AK and AP series couplings are standard design spacer couplings. They are made up of two hubs, a one-piece machined spool spacer and two sets of flex discs with standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs. The AK is the stocked minimum length spacer. The AP is made-to-order to any custom spacer length. AP series pricing is standard for any spacer length up to 9 inches.

AK and AP series couplings AK and AP series couplings - Diagram
Rated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/DiscFor type AP, specify the D (DBSE) dimension in 1/100th inches.
Example: AP10A350 specifies AP10 class A 3.50” DBSE.
Hub Options Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example–AJ25A x 1-3/4”
1-Space Assembly-Example–AK25SAA
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesSpacer Assembly
Part No.
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - Standard05-45A05-45AKxxSAAAPxxAddd
AZ Oversize05-45B05-45AKxxSABAPxxBddd
QD Bushing Mount15-40C15-45AKxxSACAPxxCddd
AC/AD Clamp05-25EMOT 15-45AKxxSAEAPxxEddd
AL Lock Element05-25 xx = Sizeddd = DBSE
SizeDimensions in Inches*
Max BoreABmin
(AK)
Dmin
(AK)
FGHJFree End
Float +/- Inch
AJAZ
050.871.132.653.721.721.000.241.300.540.030
101.251.633.194.062.061.000.271.800.560.040
151.371.883.654.672.411.130.322.000.880.042
201.622.134.085.022.381.320.342.400.790.055
252.002.384.956.162.921.620.452.801.000.060
302.382.885.637.573.811.880.473.301.140.065
352.883.756.638.814.312.250.554.150.970.085
403.254.007.649.884.882.500.604.651.300.100
453.754.638.4311.885.883.000.855.400.770.120
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 7
Max RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
1.0 S.FAt Min DAdd Per IN. of DAt Min DAdd Per IN. OF DK FactorY Factor
050.483006008,5002.320.141.870.050.152.00
101.278001,6007,5003.620.224.480.110.434.64
152.501,5753,1506,7005.440.268.860.190.747.51
203.492,2004,4006,2006.960.3213.80.341.0813.8
256.033,8007,6005,50012.70.4138.80.621.7425.1
3011.006,93013,8605,00019.00.4677.70.922.8937.4
3518.0011,34022,6804,40027.60.631562.295.3493
4029.0018,27036,5404,00042.10.763223.558.21144
4548.0030,24060,4803,70055.51.15076.7712.5275
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffnes = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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SPACER - BP SERIES 6 BOLT SPACER COUPLING

The BP series coupling is a standard design spacer coupling using the 6 bolt disc design. The coupling is made up of two hubs,
a one-piece machined spool spacer and two sets of flex discs with standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs.
The BP is made-to-order to any custom spacer length. BP series pricing is standard for any spacer length up to 9 inches.

SPACER - BP SERIES SPACER - BP SERIES - Diagram
MEETS API 610 7th EDITIONRated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/Disc
Hub TypesSizes Coupling Consists of:
2-Hubs-Example-BH33Ax2”
1-Space Assembly-Example-BP33A500 (5”DBSE)
This coupling is sold as components
 Material ClassesSpacer Assembly
Part No.
BH33-78ClassSize
 A33-73BPxxAddd
B33-78BPxxDbbb
Specify the D (DBSE) dimension in 1/100th inches. Example: BP33A350
specifies BP33 class A 3.50” DBSE. Specify each hub bore size as required.
C38-63BPxCddd
EN/AN/A
 ddd = DBSE
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreADminFGHFree End
Float +/- Inch
332.254.692.091.750.2853.140.060
383.005.872.372.250.3354.130.084
433.256.702.952.500.4654.630.090
483.757.503.002.750.4955.400.108
533.887.873.912.880.5205.650.108
584.259.004.803.250.5556.220.118
634.8810.004.883.380.6007.140.140
685.0010.756.203.750.8497.330.144
735.2512.507.705.131.0007.800.156
786.5014.908.086.380.9409.500.165
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 8
Max
RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
1.0 S.FAt Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
At Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
334.843,0506,1008,4008.490.4723.3 0.912.4237.1
3810.086,35012,7007,50015.90.6371.82.244.9390.8
4319.8412,50025,0006,80024.30.741433.599.40146
4826.9817,00034,0006,50033.20.872485.7913.2235
5338.1024,00048,0006,00041.70.933546.9315.1281
5853.9734,00068,0005,50065.10.987078.1423.7330
6376.1948,00096,0005,20080.51.141,10013.034.9528
68114.2972,000144,0004,8001041.171,56014.744.0597
73198.41125,000250,0004,2001742.173,50033.271.21,350
78369.84233,000466,0003,7003023.288,54068.01312,760
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for BH hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffnes = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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SPACER - DP SERIES 8 BOLT SPACER COUPLINGS

The DP series coupling is a fully machined spacer coupling using the 8 bolt disc design used for high torque applications at higher speeds. The coupling is made up of two hubs, a one-piece machined spool spacer and two sets of flex discs and hardware. The DP is made-to-order to any customer spacer length.Both stainless and high strength alloy flex disc materials are available.

SPACER - DP SERIES
MEETS API 610 7th EDITIONRated Misalignment: 0.5 Deg/Disc
 Specify Bores & DBSE
This coupling is sold as an assembly.
 
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreADmin
DBSE
F1 DAF2 DHGH1 DAH2 DHFree End
Float +/- Inch
DADH
DP313.383.637.814.382.843.370.445.225.500.052
DP353.754.008.694.753.283.750.545.715.880.056
DP374.004.509.695.003.564.000.696.186.500.062
DP424.504.7510.505.133.974.250.696.707.000.067
DP454.755.1311.315.254.504.500.757.207.440.072
DP505.005.3812.887.254.725.000.967.938.380.082
DP555.506.0014.447.625.315.501.048.959.440.092
DP606.006.5016.008.136.006.001.109.8910.250.102
DP707.007.5018.259.257.007.001.4011.0611.750.115
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Agma 8
Max
RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
1.0 S.FAt Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
At Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
DP31 38.1024,00048,0006,50037.20.602894.3016.7168
DP35 69.8444,00088,0005,70054.50.975258.1626.7318
DP37 95.2460,000120,0005,40069.31.0583910.734.7417
DP42 115.8773,000146,0005,10091.41.541,27018.247.2711
DP45 136.9886,300172,6004,8001181.661,91023.461.0912
DP50 203.17128,000256,0004,3001752.283,56038.378.71,490
DP55 300.00189,000378,0004,1002603.036,69063.21332,470
DP60 414.29261,000522,0003,6003674.0111,6001011873,950
DP70 658.73415,000830,0003,3005595.4623,5001722856,690
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for DA hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffnes = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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SPACER - BF SERIES 6 BOLT DROP OUT SPACER COUPLING

The BF series is designed for moderate service in higher speed application. The coupling consists of factory assembled spacer unit which mounts between two hubs. The spacer assembly drops out as one unit for easy maintenance. The BF has all steel construction with standard stainless steel flex discs. The coupling is manufactured to meet AGMA class 9 balance requirements. Dynamic balancing for higher speed operation is alos available. Standard length spacers are stocked. Pricing is standard for any spacer length up to the Dmax value listed. Longer spacer lengths are also available. Models BF15 and BF20 use a 4 bolt disc design.

Rated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/Disc
SPACER - BF SERIES
Specify Bores & DBSE
This coupling is sold as components unless balanced.
 MEETS API 610
7th EDITION
 MEETS API 610 8th EDITION WHEN
FURNISHED BALANCED
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreADBSEFs Std
Interm,
Fe
Ext
Fl
Lrg
G
Max
Hs
Std
Hm
Interm.
Std ExtInterm. HubLarge HubDminDmax*Stock
15(3) 1.501.882.383.653.439.003.5, 4.37 1.311.691.632.092.332.75
20(3) 1.882.132.754.193.439.003.5, 4.37, 5 1.562.061.812.562.813.00
332.25-3.254.933.099.003.5, 5, 7 2.002.502.063.133.38-
383.00-4.006.003.509.005, 7 2.633.252.754.134.43-
433.50-4.506.774.439.005, 7 3.123.753.005.005.25-
483.75-5.007.624.509.005, 7 3.254.003.255.385.63-
534.13--8.005.699.0073.634.38-5.756.13-
584.63--9.006.889.0074.125.00-6.506.88-
635.13--10.006.939.0074.505.38-7.257.63-
685.63--11.007.5612.00-5.006.00-8.008.38-
736.50--12.7511.0012.00-5.136.38-8.389.38-
787.50--15.3011.8812.00-6.387.38-10.1910.75-
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max
RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
FREE
END
FLOAT
+/- INCH
1.0 S.FAgma 9Balance DAt Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
At Min
D
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
(3)15 2.501,5753,15013,50023,5007.380.1211.750.050.462.090.045
(3)20 3.492,2004,40012,50020,00010.10.1923.00.150.873.720.055
334.843,0506,10011,00027,40014.80.4743.30.912.4937.10.060
3810.896,86013,7209,80014,30028.10.631292.245.0490.80.084
4321.4313,50027,0008,80012,70044.50.702763.059.661240.090
4829.2118,40036,8008,30011,00054.30.794224.6112.81870.108
5338.1024,00048,0007,80010,700720.886335.9214.92400.108
5865.0841,00082,0007,0009,4751070.981,2008.1423.43300.118
6376.1948,00096,0006,7008,5901341.141,87013.033.55280.140
68114.2972,000144,0006,2007,8001881.483,02016.244.75690.144
73198.41125,000250,0005,7006,7402722.025,99027.075.11,1000.156
78369.84233,000466,0005,0005,6004753.2114,70063.81422,5900.170
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for standard hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffness = 1/[)1/K) + (L/Y)]
3) 4 bolt disc design
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SPACER - HSH SERIES 8 BOLT SPACER COUPLINGS

The HSH series is designed for high torque, low speed applications. Hubs and spacers are cast of iron or steel. Flex discs are high strength alloy steel. Stainless steel flex discs are optional. Dynamic balancing for higher speed operation is not recommended. Single plane balancing of hubs and spacers is available.

SPACER - HSH SERIES SPACER - HSH SERIES - Diagram

Rated Misalignment: 0.3 Deg/Disc

Hub TypesSizes
C.I.22-160
STL31-160
Ordering: HSH Series couplings
are sold as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub type, bore sizes
and flex disc materials. A coupling
will be configured to meet your
specification.
SizeDimensions in Inches
Max BoreABD DBSEFGH
IronSteel
222.25-6.008.003.002.500.433.87
262.62-6.879.503.502.880.554.50
313.123.258.1210.874.123.380.625.50
353.623.819.1212.064.563.750.666.12
373.754.1910.0613.125.124.000.816.50
424.254.5011.0013.935.434.250.817.00
454.504.7511.8714.755.754.500.877.43
505.125.5013.4316.816.815.001.069.50
555.626.2515.0018.687.685.501.259.50
606.507.1216.7520.938.436.251.3410.50
707.007.8718.9323.629.627.001.5011.75
757.758.7520.6225.0010.507.251.5313.00
808.009.1222.3726.8711.377.751.5613.75
858.509.6223.7528.6212.128.251.6214.50
9210.0011.0025.7531.0013.009.001.7515.87
10510.5012.0029.2534.2513.2510.501.7520.00
16016.0017.0033.5030.2516.2512.002.2524.00
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max
RPM
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
TQ/RAD X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
FREE END
FLOAT +/- INCH
1.0 S.F
2215.089,50014,2503,80022801.50.036
2625.4016,00024,0003,300331612.30.044
3138.1024,00036,0002,800564012.90.052
3569.8444,00066,0002,600817506.50.056
3795.2460,00090,0002,5001031,1309.90.062
42115.8773,000109,5002,4001331,7406.90.067
45157.1499,000148,5002,2501612,51014.80.072
50203.17128,000192,0002,0002234,58044.30.082
55300.00189,000283,5001,8003027,48054.20.092
60414.29261,000391,5001,60043513,80080.10.102
70658.73415,000622,5001,40064025,9001440.115
75846.03533,000799,5001,30083938,6001480.125
801,087.30685,0001,027,5001,2001,07059,8002050.136
851,315.87829,0001,243,5001,1001,24079,4002040.140
921,650.791,040,0001,560,0001,0001,710131,0003840.156
1051,984.131,250,0001,875,0001,000c/f c/f c/f 0.170
1603,174.602,000,0003,000,000900c/f c/f c/f 0.250
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for Cast Iron hubs at maximum bore size.
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SPACER - FSH SERIES 8 BOLT FLYWHEEL MOUNT COUPLINGS

The FSH series is designed for high torque, low speed applications. Hubs and spacers are cast of iron or steel. Adapter plates are cast grey or ductile iron. Flex discs are high strength alloy steel. Stainless flex discs are optional. Dynamic balancing for higher speed operation is not recommended. Single plane balancing of flywheel adapters, hubs and spacers is available.

Hub TypesSizesOrdering: HSH Series couplings are sold as complete assemblies. Please specify hub type, bore sizes. and flex disc materials. A coupling will be configured to meet your specification.SPACER - FSH SERIES
C.I.31-105
STL31-105
STANDARD ADAPTER SIZES
SizeODSAE BoltingHD Bolting
BCHole QtyHole SizeBCHole QtyHole Size
1010.3759.625613/32 9,500815/32 
1212.37511.625813/32 11,500817/32 
1413.87513.125813/32 12,500821/32 
1818.37517.250817/32 16,750825/32 
2020.37519.250817/32 18,500829/32 
2222.50021.375621/32 20,50081-1/32
2626.50025.2501221/32 24,500121-1/32
2828.87527.2501225/32 26,875121-1/32Rated Misalignment: 0.3 Deg/Disc
SizeDimensions in InchesAVAILABLE ADAPTER SIZES
MAX BORE X = STOCK SIZE 0 = MTO
Max BoreABD
DBSE
FGHJ
IronSteel1012141820222628
313.123.258.128.685.313.370.625.500.50OOXXOO  
353.623.819.129.625.873.750.666.120.50OOXXOX  
373.754.1910.0610.626.624.000.816.500.56  OOOO  
424.254.5011.0011.377.124.250.817.000.63  OXOXXX
454.504.7511.8712.007.504.500.877.430.69  OXOXXX
505.125.5013.4313.758.755.001.068.370.75   XOXXX
555.626.2515.0015.389.875.501.259.500.88   XOXXX
606.507.1216.7517.1210.876.251.3410.501.00   XOXXX
707.007.8718.9319.4312.437.001.5011.751.00     XXX
757.758.7520.6220.7513.507.251.5313.001.13     OOX
808.009.1222.3722.5014.757.751.5613.751.25     OOX
858.509.6223.7523.9315.688.251.6214.501.25       X
9210.0011.0025.7526.2517.259.001.7515.871.38       X
10510.5012.0029.2527.7717.2710.501.7520.001.75        
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max RPM
(2)
Weight (LBS.)
(1)
WR2
(LB. IN.2)
(1)
TQ/RAD
X106
(LB. IN./RAD)
FREE END
FLOAT
+/- INCH
1.0 S.F
3138.1024,00036,0002,800484422.950.052
3569.8444,00066,0002,600646616.690.056
3795.2460,00090,0002,500871,17010.30.062
42115.973,000109,5002,4001151,8607.030.067
45157.199,000148,5002,2501382,50015.40.072
50203.2128,000192,0002,0002025,55048.80.082
55300.0189,000283,5001,8002638,00058.60.092
60414.3261,000391,5001,60035912,70086.50.102
70658.7415,000622,5001,40055926,2001610.115
75846.0533,000799,5001,30076643,6001600.125
801087685,0001,027,5001,20093060,1002250.136
851316829,0001,243,5001,1001,11083,0002220.140
9216511,040,0001,560,0001,0001,460124,0004330.156
10519841,250,0001,875,0001,000c/f c/f c/f 0.170
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for Cast Iron hubs at maximum bore size and minimum available adapter O.D.
2) Max RPM listed is for smallest adapter size. Consult factory for speed ratings by adapter size.
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FLOATING SHAFT - SERIES 4 BOLT FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS

The A5 series is used for spacer lengths that are longer than can be spanned economically with spacer couplings. The A5 series has a welded tubular spacer assembly along with two hubs and standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs. The A5 is made-to-order to any customer spacer length. A5 series standard pricing is listed for D dimensions up to 36 inches and for D dimensions from 36 inches to maximum D at 1800 RPM.

FLOATING SHAFT
Rated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Ordering: A5 Series couplings are sold as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub types and bore sizes, DBSE (D) dimension, speed for dynamic balancing, and material class. A coupling will be configured to meet your specifications.

Ordering type A6 for vertical applications longer than 30” DBSE.
A thrust button will be added on the lower end of the spacer to support the weight of the spacer.
 Material Classes
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - Standard 05-45A05-45
AZ Oversize 05-45B05-45
QD Bushing Mount 15-40 C15-45
AC/AD Clamp 05-25E15-45
AL Lock Element 05-25 
SizeDimensions in Inches*Max DBSE (D Inches)
for RPM Shown
Max BoreADminFGH
AjAz180015001200900750600
050.871.132.654.001.000.241.30515662717887
101.251.633.194.001.000.271.806269768896107
151.371.883.655.001.130.322.006471799199111
201.622.134.085.001.320.342.40738190103113126
252.002.384.955.001.620.452.80798797112122137
302.382.885.636.001.880.473.308594102120132147
352.883.756.637.002.250.554.1597107119137150168
403.254.007.647.002.500.604.65103113126146160178
453.754.638.438.003.000.855.40113125139160175196
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
Tors. Stiffness
106 (LB. IN./RAD)
FREE END
FLOAT
+/- INCH
1.0 S.FAt
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
At
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
050.483006004.370.112.380.030.041.120.030
101.278001,6005.640.105.880.070.112.810.040
152.501,5753,1507.480.1010.30.070.132.810.042
203.492,2004,40011.50.2118.30.220.358.770.055
256.033,8007,60017.00.2045.00.290.5212.00.060
3011.006,93013,86025.70.2990.60.560.9822.70.065
3518.0011,34022,68034.80.401801.321.9953.90.085
4029.0018,27036,54049.90.463561.953.1479.30.100
4548.0030,24060,48075.70.546143.225.571310.120
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffness = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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FLOATING SHAFT - A7 SERIES
4 BOLT SEMI-FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS

The A7 coupling is a single flexing coupling designed for use in widely spaced three bearing systems. The shaft end of the coupling must be supported by a self-aligning bearing. A full floating coupling may be used in combination with the semi-floating coupling to span longer distances, or a V-belt drive or other component may be mounted to the shaft end. This A7 is made-to-order to any custom spacer length. A7 series standard pricing is listed at D dimensions up to 36 inches and D dimensions between 36 inches and max L at 1800 RPM motor speed.

FLOATING SHAFT - A7 SERIES
Rated Misalignment: 1.0 Deg/Disc
Hub Options Ordering: A5 Series couplings are sold
as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub types and bore sizes,
DBSE (D) dimension, speed for
dynamic balancing, and material class.
A coupling will be configured to meet your specifications.
 Material Classes
Hub TypeSizeClassSize
AJ - Standard05-45A10-45
AZ Oversize05-45B05-45
QD Bushing Mount15-40C15-45
AC/AD Clamp05-25E15-45
AL Lock Element05-25 
SizeDimensions in Inches*Max DBSE (D Inches)
for RPM Shown
Max BoreADminFGHKLMKeyway
Size
AjAz180015001200900600
101.251.633.19201.000.271.801.2516.503.50.25 x .12 62697688107
151.371.883.65201.130.322.001.2516.063.94.25 x .12 64717991111
201.622.134.08201.320.342.401.5015.754.25.37 x .18 738190103126
252.002.384.95201.620.452.801.7515.254.75.37 x .18 798797112137
302.382.885.63201.880.473.302.0014.505.50.50 x .25 8594102120147
352.883.756.63202.250.554.152.5013.256.75.62 x .31 97107119137168
403.254.007.64202.500.604.653.0012.757.25.75 x .37 103113126146178
453.754.638.43203.000.855.403.4412.757.25.87 x .43 113125139160196
* Dimensions shown are for AJ hubs unless otherwise specified
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Max
Radial
Load -
(LBS)
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
Tors. Stiffness
106 (LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float
+/- Inch
1.0 S.FAt
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
At
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
101.278001,600345.370.103.300.070.262.810.020
152.501,5753,150566.650.105.720.070.282.810.021
203.492,2004,40012511.00.2111.00.220.568.770.027
256.033,8007,60018314.70.2024.90.290.9112.00.030
3011.006,93013,86027519.70.2952.40.561.5222.70.032
3518.0011,34022,68040034.70.401061.323.0353.90.042
4029.0018,27036,54060051.60.462111.955.2679.30.050
4548.0030,24060,48085076.50.543783.228.561310.060
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffness = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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FLOATING SHAFT - B5 SERIES 6 BOLT FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS

The B5 series is used for spacer lengths that are longer than can be spanned economically with standard spacer couplings. The B5 has a welded tubular spacer assembly along with two hubs and standard hardware, including stainless steel flex discs. The B5 is made-to-order to any custom spacer length. B5 series standard pricing is listed at D dimensions up to 36 inches and D dimensions between 36 inches and max D at 1800 RPM motor speed.

FLOATING SHAFT - B5 SERIES
 Rated Misalignment: 0.7 Deg/DiscMaterial Classes
ClassSize
Hub TypesSizes Ordering: B5 Series couplings are sold as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub types and bore sizes, DBSE (D) dimension,
speed for dynamic balancing, and material class.
A coupling will be configured to meet your specifications.
 A33-78
BH33-78B33-78
 C38-63
EN/A
SizeDimensions in Inches*Max DBSE (D Inches)
for RPM Shown
Max BoreADminFGH
180015001200900750600
332.254.694.251.750.2853.14798797112122137
383.005.876.002.250.3354.1397107119137150168
433.256.707.002.500.4654.63103113126146160178
483.757.507.502.750.4955.40113125139160175196
533.887.877.502.880.5205.65113125139160175196
584.259.007.503.250.5556.22123136151170186208
634.8810.007.503.380.6007.14123136151170186208
685.0010.758.003.750.8497.33130142159183201225
735.2512.5010.005.131.0007.80130142159183201225
786.5014.9010.006.380.9409.50148162181209228257
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
Tors. Stiffness
106 (LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float
+/- Inch
1.0 S.FAt
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
At
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
334.843,0506,10014.40.2032.70.290.4812.00.060
3810.086,35012,70029.10.391131.281.7751.90.084
4319.8412,50025,00041.00.442101.882.8976.40.090
4826.9817,00034,00060.00.524023.104.571260.108
5338.1024,00048,00067.40.524943.105.521260.108
5853.9734,00068,00085.50.638745.438.442200.118
6376.1948,00096,0001080.6313405.439.522200.140
68114.2972,000144,0001401.15194013.3719.95430.144
73198.41125,000250,0002101.15386013.3725.05430.156
78369.84233,000466,0003551.95964037.3259.315100.165
Note:Note: 1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for BH hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - 20” torsional stiffness = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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FLOATING SHAFT - HFTH SERIES 8 BOLT FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS

The HFTH series is designed for heavy duty applications that cannot use the A5 or B5 series. These include high torque and engine driven applications. The HFTH uses a welded tubular spacer assembly. Flex discs are high strength alloy steel. Stainless steel flex discs are optional. Dynamic balancing of the spacer assembly is included. The HFTH is made-to-order to any custom spacer length. Large tube designs are also available.

 
Hub TypesSizes FLOATING SHAFT - HFTH SERIES
C.I.35-160
STL35-160
Ordering:
HFTH Series couplings are
sold as complete assemblies.
Please specify hub speed
for dynamic balancing.
A coupling will be configured
to meet your specifications.
Rated Misalignment: 0.3 Deg/Disc
SizeDimensions in InchesMax DBSE (D Inches)
for RPM Shown
Max BoreADminFGH
IronSteel180015001200900750600
353.623.819.1210.03.750.666.12114124139161176197
424.254.5011.010.04.250.817.00128140157182198222
454.504.7511.8710.04.500.877.43130143160185201226
505.125.5013.4310.05.001.068.37139153171197215242
555.626.2515.0010.05.501.259.50145159178206224252
606.507.1216.7515.06.251.3410.50153168188217237266
707.007.8718.9315.07.001.5011.75161176197228250279
757.758.7520.6215.07.251.5513.00172189211244267299
808.009.1222.3715.07.751.5613.75182199222257282315
858.509.6225.7520.08.251.6214.50CONSULT ABSSAC
9210.0011.0025.7520.09.001.7515.87
10510.5012.0029.2520.010.501.7520.00
16016.0017.0033.5020.012.002.2524.00
SizeHP per 100 RPMRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Weight (LBS.)WR2
(LB. IN.2)
Tors. Stiffness
106 (LB. IN./RAD)
Free End
Float
+/- Inch
1.0 S.FAt
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
At
D = 20”
Add Per
IN. of D
K FactorY Factor
3569.8444,00066,0001110.811,040591900.056
42115.973,000109,5001861.142,52013215370.067
45157.199,000148,5002011.143,37013235370.072
50203.2128,000192,0003111.316,43020388100.082
55300.0189,000283,5003741.9510,10037671,5100.092
60414.3261,000391,5005563.2118,600751103,0200.102
70658.7415,000622,5007693.2133,000751343,0200.115
75846.0533,000799,5009484.1349,0001582526,4300.125
801087685,0001,027,50012604.1378,9001582656,4300.136
851316829,0001,243,500CONSULT ABSSAC0.140
9216511,040,0001,560,0000.166
10519841,250,0001,875,0000.170
16031752,000,0003,000,0000.250
Note:1) Weight, WR2 and torsional stiffness values shown are for AJ hubs at maximum bore size.
2) To calculate torsional stiffness for a given spacer length, let L=D - Dmin torsional stiffness = 1/[(1/K) + (L/Y)]
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TRUE-TUBE™ COMPOSITE TORQUE TUBES

TrueTube composite tubes are high-strength, lightweight torque tubes for long span drive shafts. These tubes are filament wound carbon or glass fibre construction in an oven cured epoxy matrix. TrueTube composites offer the following advantages over steel tubing:

Lightweight Torque Tubes
Composite Torque Tubes

Longer Spans
TrueTube composite tubes have a higher stiffness to weight ratio than steel tubing. That increases the critical speed of the tubing and allows longer spans without centre bearings.

Light Weight
TrueTube drive shafts weigh up to 80% less than equivalent steel driveshafts. That means better balance and reduced vibration. Bearing life may be improved by minimising overhung weight.

Design Flexibility
TrueTube composite tubes may be custom designed to meet your requirements for torsional stiffness, critical speed or torque capacity. With TrueTube, a designer can tune torsional or lateral critical speeds out of a machine system.

All TrueTube products include an ultraviolet barrier that is wound into the structure of the tube before it is cured. This UV barrier eliminates the need for paints or other protective coatings and results in a smooth, durable finish that other composite tubes don’t offer. TrueTube products are cured in an enclosed oven to assure consistent strength and quality. Design data is shown below for standard series tubes. Standard series tubes are designed for maximum length at moderate torques. High torque designs are also available.

Model
Number
Tube
I.D.
Inches
Tube
O.D.
Inches
Sleeve
O.D.
I nches
Rated
Torque
LB*IN
Tube
Weight
(LB/IN)
Tors. Stiffness
106 (LB. IN./RAD)
Max DBSE (D Inches)Max Tube
Length
Inches
2000
RPM
1800
RPM
1500
RPM
1000
RPM
SERIES SL – ALL CARBON CONSTRUCTION
SL2.0 2.002.302.406,5000.051.26909510412782
SL3.0 3.003.253.5012,0000.083.61110116127155128
SL4.0 4.004.234.5022,0000.118.60127134147180145
SL6.0 6.006.256.6342,0000.2034.4152160175214177
SL8.0 8.008.258.6363,0000.2480.2180190208255192
SL10.0 10.0010.2510.7580,0000.32155199210230281232
SL12.0 12.0012.2512.75100,0000.38258215227249304232
SERIES SS – CARBON/GLASS CONSTRUCTION
SS2.0 2.002.302.405,5000.060.9779839111182
SS3.0 3.003.253.5010,5000.082.8697102112137128
SS4.0 4.004.234.5022,0000.127.28112118129158145
SS6.0 6.006.256.6342,0000.2026.4135142155190177
SS8.0 8.008.258.6358,0000.2857.3151160176216192
SS10.0 10.0010.2510.7573,0000.34115173183200245232
SS12.0 12.0012.2512.7588,0000.42206189199218267232
SERIES LS – ALL GLASS CONSTRUCTION
LS2.0 2.002.302.405,0000.070.756670779482
LS3.0 3.003.253.5010,0000.092.06808492113128
LS4.0 4.004.234.5018,0000.145.049398107131145
LS6.0 6.006.256.6339,0000.2318.9110116127155177
LS8.0 8.008.258.6351,0000.3043.0128135148181192
LS10.0 10.0010.2510.7564,0000.3786.0142150164201232
LS12.0 12.0012.2512.7577,0000.46149155163178218232
Note:1) Torque ratings at 100% humidity and 200 deg.f.
2) Max rpm values shown are calculated at 75% of first critical speed.
3) Torsional stiffness shown is per inch of tube length. Actual stiffness = torsional stiffness/tube length (in.)
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FORM-FLEX® COMPOSITE FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS

Composite Floating Shaft Couplings

Form-Flex flexible couplings may be mated to TruTube composite tubes for use as long floating shaft couplings. All types and most sizes of Form-Flex couplings can be mated to TrueTube composites. Common combinations are shown below.

SizeRated
Torque
Hp per
100
RPM
Coupling
Product
No.
Maximum DBSE - InchesDimensions in Inches
LB INMax1800
RPM
1500
RPM
Maximum BoreAFGHJ
Std HubAZ Hub
A5202,2003.49A520-CS2G8370771.6252.1254.081.320.342.402.30
A520-CS2R838383*2.30
A5253,8006.03A525-CS2G8370772.0002.3754.951.620.452.802.30
A525-CS2R838383*2.30
A5306,93011.00A530-CS3R1281021122.3752.8755.631.880.473.303.25
A530-CS3B1281161273.25
A53511,34018.00A535-CS4R1461181292.8753.7506.632.250.554.154.25
A535-CS4B146134146*4.25
A535-CS6R1791421556.30
A535-CS6B1791601756.30
A535-CS8R1961751918.31
A535-CS8B196190207*8.31
A54018,27029.00A540-CS4R1461181293.2504.0007.632.50.64.654.25
A540-CS4B146134146* 4.25
B55834,00054.00B558-CS6R1791421553.75– 9.002.750.565.436.30
B558-CS6B1791601756.30
B558-CS6X1821651816.30
B558-CS8R1961751918.31
B558-CS8B1961902078.31
B558-CS10R**23620622410.31
B558-CS10B**23621023010.31
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FORM-FLEX® COMPOSITE FLOATING SHAFT COUPLINGS CONT.

Quick Selection Guide for Cooling Tower Applications
Composite Tube Construction
1800 RPMCoupling Model1500 RPM Model
Code
Tube Material
of Construction
DBSEMAX HPMAX HPDBSE
70”30A520-S2G2577”GGlass
50HD4-CS2G***42RCarbon/Glass Hybrid
50A525-CS2G42BStandard Carbon
83”30A525-CS2R2583”X,ZHigh Modulus Carbon
50HD4-CS2R***42The model code is the last letter in the coupling model number.
The number xx in the tube model number CSxxB denotes the nominal tube id.
50A525-CS2R42
102”100A530-CS3R83112”
116”100A530-CS3B83127”
118”150A535-CS4R125129”Material
Class
Material Used
250A540-CS4R208HubHardwareSpacer Flanges
134”150A535-CS4B125146”SteelSteelComposite or Steel
250A540-CS4B208Steel Zinc PLTSteel, Zinc PLT Composite or Zinc Plated Steel
142”150A535-CS6R125155”304SS
400B558-CS6R333304SS304SSComposite or 304SS
160”150A535-CS6B125175”Metal spacer flanges used if composite is not available.
400B558-CS6B333
165”400B558-CS6X333181”
175”150A535-CS8R125191”Notes:
400B558-CS8R333*Length is restricted by available mandrels for winding composite tubes. Consult factory for longer lengths.
190”150A535-CS8B125207”
400B558-CS8B333**Tube diameter is larger than coupling “A” diameter. Consult factory for coupling drawing.
206”400B558-CS10R333224”
210”400B558-CS10B333230”***HD4-CS couplings are an all composite, high misalignment coupling.
227”400B558-CS12B333236”
All selections use A 2.0 Service Factor
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M SERIES - 4 BOLT MICRO COUPLINGS

Form-Flex M series microcouplings are a more compact and lighter design than traditional A Series couplings. They are free from backlash and their high torsional stiffness makes them ideally suited for small servo and tachometer drives. Aluminium hub construction meets low inertia requirements while the bolted assembly provides superior life when compared to riveted types.

Style MAStyle MBStyle MC
This coupling style is available in size 04 only. It features a machined spool type spacer. Custom length spacers are also available.This coupling style features a minimum length block spacer. Standard flanged hubs are supplied with the coupling. Style MB is a good, general use coupling.This style features the MB style minimum length spacer and an oversize bore capacity. The style MC provides the shortest coupling overall.
Style MAStyle MBStyle MC
Dimensions in InchesRated
Torque
(LB. IN.)
Peak O/L
Torque
(LB. IN.)
WR2
OZ (IN.2)
Torsional
Stiffness
(LB. IN./RAD)
Rated
Mis-Alignment
DEG/DISC
Free End
Float
(IN.)
StyleSizeMax
Bore
ABD
DBSE
FHSTD
Set
Screw
Size
MA040.792.242.931.360.791.22M6 x 1.0871746.1164.7 x 10^31.50.60
MB020.381.261.390.450.470.71M4 x 0.717340.292..9 x 10^31.50.40
030.631.651.800.540.631.02M4 x 0.735701.3314.9 x 10^31.50.50
040.792.242.380.810.791.22M6 x 1.0871744.9964.7 x 10^31.50.60
MC010.381.021.080.450.32-M3 x 0.59180.172.4 x 10^31.50.25
020.591.261.530.450.32-M4 x 0.717340.352.9 x 10^31.50.40
030.791.651.530.540.50-M4 x 0.735701.3414.9 x 10^31.50.50
Note:Style MB04 coupling hubs will have round flanges as shown for type MA.
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INDIVIDUAL PARTS & KITS

Repair kits consist of flex discs and all the necessary installation hardware. SINGLE REPAIR KITS have one set of flex discs and all required hardware. Two single repair kits are required for a double flexing coupling. DOUBLE REPAIR KITS have two sets of flex discs and all required hardware. HARDWARE KITS have all the components of a repair kit except the flex discs. FLEX DISCS are also sold individually.

A Series (4 bolt) Coupling Parts
Kit Type Repair HardwareRepairHardwareRepairHardwareFlex
Disc
Sgl/Dbl SingleDoubleDouble
Used On Mat'l ClassAA, AK, AP, AR, A5, A7AXAYALL
A,BC,EA,BC,EA,BA,BA,BA,BALL
05A05RKA...A05HKA...AX05RKAAX05HKAAY05RKAAY05HKAA0054101
10A10RKA...A10HKA...AX10RKAAX10HKAAY10RKAAY10HKAA0104101
15A15RKAA15RKEA10HKAA15HKEAX15RKAAX15HKAAY15RKAAY15HKAA0154101
20A20RKAA20RKEA20HKAA20HKEAX20RKAAX20HKAAY20RKAAY20HKAA0204101
25A25RKAA25RKEA25HKAA25HKEAX25RKAAX25HKAAY25RKAAY25HKAA0254101
30A30RKAA30RKEA30HKAA30HKEAX30RKAAX30HKA......A0304101
35A35RKAA35RKEA35HKAA35HKEAX35RKAAX35HKA......A0354101
40A40RKAA40RKEA10HKAA15HKEAX40RKAAX40HKA......A0404101
45A45RKAA45RKEA45HKAA45HKEAX45RKAAX45HKA......A0454101
B Series (4 bolt) Coupling Parts (EXCEPT BA)
Kit Type Repair HardwareRepairHardwareRepairHardwareFlex
Disc
Sgl/Dbl SingleSingleDouble
Used On Mat'l ClassBH, BP, B5BFBYALL
A,BCA,BCA,BA,BA,BA,BALL
15............BF15RKABF15HKA......A0154101
20............BF20RKABF20HKA......A0204101
33B033RKA...B033HKA...BF33RKABF33HKABY33RKABY33HKAB0334101
38B038RKAB038RKEB038HKAB038HKEBF38RKABF38HKABY38RKABY38HKAB0384101
43B043RKABB043RKEB043HKABB043HKEBBF43RKABBF43HKABBY43RKABBY43HKAB0434101
48048RKAB048RKE048HKA048HKEF48RKAF48HKAY48RKABY48HKAB0484101
53B053RKAB053RKEB053HKAB053HKEBF53RKABF53HKABY53RKABY53HKAB0534101
58B058RKAB058RKEB058HKAB058HKEBF58RKABF58HKABY58RKABY58HKAB0584101
63B063RKAB063RKEB063HKAB063HKEBF63RKABF63HKABY63RKABY63HKAB0634101
68B068RKA...B068HKA...BF68RKABF68HKABY68RKABF68HKAB0684101
73B073RKA...B073HKA...BF73RKA...BY73RKA...B0734101
76B078RKA...B078HKA....BF78RKA...BY78RKA...B0784101
8 Bolt Coupling Parts (EXCEPT DA AND DP)
Coupling
Size
HH, HSH, FSH, HFTH
Double Repair KitSingle Hardware KitFlex DiscBoltWasherNut
STD DiscSS DiscSTDSS
22D22-DFD22-DF-SSD22-BNWD22-5D22-5-SSD22-6HD22-7D22-6N
26D26-DFD26-DF-SSD26-BNWD26-5D26-5-SSD26-6HD26-7D26-6N
31D31-DFD31-DF-SSD31-BNWD31-5D31-5-SSD31-6HD31-7D31-6N
35D35-DFD35-DF-SSD35-BNWD35-5D35-5-SSD35-6HD35-7D35-6N
37D37-DFD37-DF-SSD37-BNWD37-5D37-5-SSD37-6HD37-7D37-6N
42D42-DF4*D42-DF4-SS*D42-BNW4*D42-5D42-5-SSD42-6H4*D42-7D42-6N
45D45-DF4*D45-DF4-SS*D45-BNW4*D45-5D45-5-SSD45-6H4*D45-7D45-6N
50D50-DF4*D50-DF4-SS*D50BNW4*D50-5D50-5-SSD50-6H4*D50-7D50-6N
55D55-DF4*D55-DF4-SS*D55-BNW4*D55-5D55-5-SSD55-6H4*D55-7D55-6N
60D60-DF4*D60-DF4-SS*D60-BNW4*D60-5D60-5-SSD60-6H4*D60-7D60-6N
70D70-DFD70-DF-SSD70-BNWD70-5D70-5-SSD70-6HD70-7D70-6N
75D75-DF4*D75-DF4-SS*D75BNW4*D75-5D75-5-SSD75-6H4*D75-74*D75-6N4*
80D80-DF4*D80-DF4-SS*D80BNW4*D80-5D80-5-SSD80-6H4*D80-7D80-6N
85D85-DFD85-DF-SSD85-BNWD85-5D85-5-SSD85-6HD85-7D85-6N
92D92-DFD92-DF-SSD92-BNWD92-5D92-5-SSD92-6HD92-7D92-6N
*Items marked * have new style bolts. Bolt head hex may not fit FSH type flywheel adapters manufactured 1994 or earlier.
To received Old Style Bolts, delete the “4” from these part numbers.
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COOLING TOWER COUPLINGS

Cooling Tower Couplings photo 1

Designed specifically as a connection for cooling tower applications and other drives requiring long shaft spans. Form-Flex couplings with TrueTube composite tubing weigh less than half of its steel counterpart and can span shaft separations of up to 240 inches. They are easy to handle, install and maintain. TrueTube composites are extremely corrosion resistant and are custom designed to provide the optimum combination of torsional strength and lateral stiffness for cooling tower drive applications. TB Wood's proprietary composite flange design transmits torque reliably from the metal outboard hubs to the composite flange and into the TrueTube composite tube.

Cooling Tower Couplings photo 3

The traditional A5 design features all metal construction. It can be ordered to meet any custom spacer length. A wide variety of materials and finishes is available.

Cooling Tower Couplings photo 2

HD elastometric couplings and TrueTube composites are combined into a high misalignment, all composite coupling. These couplings are easy to install and align. Their high misalignment capacity makes them ideal for smaller, wood framed and fibreglass towers.

Please contact our technical sales department for further details.

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Proposal form for Couplings and U-Joints

Name
Tel
E-Mail
Company
Fax
Address
Operating Information
1. Drive*
a or b. DirectionCoupling Diagram 1
c. Continuousd. Reversing
e. Stop-Startcycles/sec
f. RPMg. Manual
2. Service*
a. Operating Torquelbin or Nm.
b. Maximum Torquelbin or Nm.
3. Misalignments*
a. Angular Coupling Diagram 2deg
b. Parallel Coupling Diagram 3in. or mm
c. Axial Compression/Extensionsin. or mm
d. Skew - please provide sketch
4. Torsional Rate*
deg/lb.in. or deg/Nm
a. less thanb. equal toc. greater than
5. Inertial Limitations / Mass Moment of Inertia
deg/lb.in. or deg/Nm
a. less thanb. equal toc. greater than
6. Weight
oz. or gm
a. less thanb. equal toc. greater than
7. Environment
a. Temperature°F or °C
b. Corrosive
c. Abrasive
Flexure and Component Layout
8a.* Preferred Outside Diameterin. or mm
Maximum Outside Diameterin. or mm
b.* Preferred Lengthin. or mm
Maximum Lengthin. or mm
c. *Driver Description
Coupling Diagram 4
d. *Driver Description
e.*Shaft Diameter

in. or mm
g.*Shaft to Shaft

in. or mm
f.*Shaft Diameter

in. or mm
9. Bore ToleranceATTACHMENTS12.Material
a. Commercial
+.002 in. -.000 in.
or
+.05 mm -.00mm
b. Precision
+.0005 in. -.0000 in.
or
+.015 mm -.000mm
10. Driver*11. Driven*
7075-T6 Aluminium Alloy
17-4 PH Stainless Steel
Other
aIntegral Clampa
b2 Set Screws at 120°b
c2 Set Screws at 90°c
d1 Set Screwd
eRoll Pin in. or mme13.Production Quantity
fDowel Pin in. or mmf
1-24
25-100
100+
* Items marked with an
asterisk are essential
for optimum design.
gKeyway
type
size
g
hOther/describe belowh
Type of equpiment
Comments
       
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1.
Interpretation
1.1
In these Conditions:
"Buyer" means the person who accepts a quotation of the Seller for the sale of the Goods or whose order for the Goods is accepted by the Seller
"Goods" means the goods (including any instalment of the goods or any parts for them) which the Seller is to supply in accordance with these Conditions
"Seller" means ABSSAC LIMITED a company incorporated in England and whose registered number is 1677177.
"Conditions" means the standard terms and conditions of sale set out in this document and (unless the context otherwise requires) includes any special terms and conditions agreed in writing between the Buyer and the Seller
"Contract" means the Contract for the purchase and sale of the Goods
"Writing" includes telex, cable, facsimile transmission, E-Mail and comparable means of communication
1.2
Any reference in these Conditions to any provision of a statute shall be construed as a reference to that provision as amended, re-enacted or extended at the relevant time
1.3
The headings in these Conditions are for convenience only and shall not affect their interpretation
2.
Basis of the sale
2.1
Subject to Condition 3 below, the Seller shall sell and the Buyer shall purchase the Goods in accordance with any oral or written order of the Buyer which is accepted by the Seller, or any written quotation of the Seller which is accepted by the Buyer, subject to these Conditions which shall govern the Contract to the exclusion of any other terms and conditions subject to which any such quotation is accepted or purported to be accepted, or any such order is made or purported to be made, by the Buyer
2.2
No variation, addition or waiver of any of these Conditions shall be effective unless it is in Writing and signed by a duly authorised representative of both the Seller and the Buyer
2.3
The Seller's employees or agents are not authorised to make any representations concerning the Goods unless confirmed by the Seller in Writing. In entering into the Contract the Buyer acknowledges that it does not rely on any such representations which are not so confirmed
2.4
Samples supplied and advice or recommendations as to storage, application or use of the Goods given by the Seller or its employees or agents to the Buyer or its employees or agents are for guidance only and any such matter which is not confirmed in Writing by the Seller is followed or acted upon entirely at the Buyer's own risk and accordingly the Seller shall not be liable for any such advice or recommendation which is not so confirmed then the Buyer should depend on their accuracy only after obtaining specific written confirmation to that effect from the Seller
2.5
Any typographical, clerical or other error or omission in any sales literature, quotation, price list, acceptance of offer, invoice or other document or information issued by the Seller shall be subject to correction without any liability on the part of the Seller
3.
Quotations and acceptance of orders
3.1
Quotations issued by the Seller are invitations to order Goods from the Seller. No Contract will exist until the Seller has accepted the Buyer's order in accordance with condition 3.3.
3.2
Subject to condition 3.1 the price in the quotation should be valid for a period of 30 days from the date of the quotation unless otherwise advised by the Seller in Writing
3.3
The Seller shall not be bound by any order submitted by the Buyer unless and until confirmed by the Seller in Writing
3.4
Scheduled call off purchase orders made by the Buyer with the Seller are for twelve month periods only, or until 19th December ofthat year, depending which comes first unless otherwise agreed in Writing by the Seller
3.5
The Buyer is committed to purchasing any remaining amount of products on his purchase order if the Buyer decides to cancel the order mid schedule unless otherwise agreed in Writing by the Seller
3.6
No order which has been accepted by the Seller may be cancelled by the Buyer except with the agreement in Writing of the Seller on the terms that the Buyer shall indemnify the Seller in full against all loss (including loss of profit), costs (including the costs of all labour and materials used), damages, charges and expenses incurred by the Seller as a result of cancellation.
3.7
Compliance with United States Export Regulations
It is Abssac's policy to request, if applicable, the end use and end user details in all sales and repairs of USA origin products and in all transfers of technical data or software to ensure compliance with applicable u.s. export control laws and regulations. Because the products you are purchasing may be used outside of the United States, we will need confirmation of the following from the (buyer). It is on the onus of the buyer to ensure that Abssac is informed of the following information.
1.1
(Buyer) will not export or re-export any USA origin products, technology or software to Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Sudan, or Syria, unless otherwise authorized by the United States Govern ment.
2.1
(Buyer) will not sell, transfer, export or re-export any USA origin products for use in activities which involve the development, production, use or stockpiling of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons or missiles, nor use USA origin products in any facilities which are engaged in activities relating to such weapons.
3.1
(Buyer) acknowledge that u.s. law prohibits the sale, transfer, export or re-export or other participation in any export transaction involving USA origin products with individuals or companies listed in the u.s. Commerce Department's Table of Denial Orders, the u.s. Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals or the u.s. Department of State's list of individuals debarred from receiving Munitions List items.
4.1
(Buyer) will abide by all applicable u.s. export control laws and regulations for any products purchased from USA origin products, software or technology.
5.1
(Buyer) agree that the export control requirements in No. 1-4 above shall survive the completion, early termination, cancellation or expiration of the applicable purchase order, agreement or contract.
4.
Specifications
4.1
The Buyer shall be responsible to the Seller for ensuring the accuracy of the terms of any order (including any applicable specification) submitted by the Buyer, and for giving the Seller any necessary information relating to the Goods within a sufficient time to enable the Seller to perform the Contract in accordance with its terms
4.2
The quantity, quality and description of any specification for the Goods shall be those set out in the Seller's quotation (if accepted by the Buyer) or the Buyer's order (if accepted by the Seller)
4.3
If Goods are supplied in accordance with the Buyer's specifications the Buyer shall be solely responsible for the specifications and ensuring that they are accurate
4.4
If any technical calculations are made by the Seller using information supplied by the Buyer the Buyer accepts that they are responsible for supplying accurate technical information and accordingly the Seller is not liable in respect of calculations based on incorrect information given
4.5
If Goods are to be manufactured or any process is to be applied to the Goods by the Seller in accordance with a specification or request submitted by the Buyer or should any change be made to the Goods at the request of the Buyer the Buyer shall indemnify the Seller against all loss damages costs and expenses awarded against or incurred by the Seller in connection with or paid or agreed to be paid by the Seller in settlement of any claims for infringement of any patent, copy right, design, trade mark or other industrial or intellectual property rights of any person which results from the Seller's use of the Buyers specification
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4.6
The Seller reserves the rights to make any changes in the specification of the Goods which are required to conform with any applicable statutory or EC requirements or, where the Goods are to be supplied to the Seller's specification, which do not materially affect their quality or performance
4.7
At all times the buyer has the responsibility to adequately guard and maintain the product supplied in accordance with relevant operation manuals, service factors and health and safety legislation applicable for any product supplied by ABSSAC Limited.
4.8
The seller (Abssac Limited) shall not in any event be liable for any consequential damages, secondary charges, expenses for installing or disconnecting, or losses or injuries to persons or property resulting from any alleged defect in the product or any use of the product, and lor in manner that exceeds its design, duty cycle and or ability.
4.9
It remains the responsibility of the buyer to test any samples or other products that the seller will provide for fatigue, stress and general ability in the application. All products that the seller provides and are used in both real and test situations are considered by Abssac Ltd to have been thoroughly tested to meet and exceed the anticipated life and duty requirement of the product in its application by the buyer. It remains the responsibility of the buyerto give all technical information to the seller and all buyers are responsible for meeting health and safety measures and adequately guarding users and all associated parties against all and any possible failures in line with the health and safety requirements.
Other Where recommended guidelines of serviceable or replaceable parts and maintenance/inspection requirements are exceeded or ignored by the user and/or buyer, no warranty or other claim can or will exist. Where minimum or maximum values/sizes/limits/dimensions/fitting instructions and technical data of parts are ignored/abused/extended/not applied/not actioned or used in excess ofthe design or standard parameters ofthe product by the user and/or buyer then no warranty claim or other claim can exist.
No warranty or other claim can exist or be made by the user or buyer or other to the seller or its agent or other for any part used in motor sport, military or aviation. No warranty is given to this type of application.
All or any secondary or further processes/disassembly/machining/ heating/drying/coating or any other additional process the originally supplied product or associated part/product after dispatch from the seller or its agent voids any warranty claim or other claim.
It remains the responsibility of the buyer or user to advise us the seller of any and all certification/test/traceable certification requirement.
Conversations may be recorded as part of our ongoing customer service program.
5.
Packaging
5.1
Packaging for the Goods shall be at the discretion of the Seller which has the right to pack the Goods in such a manner and with such materials and in such quantities as in his absolute discretion thinks fit unless detailed packaging instructions are received from the Buyer prior to agreeing a price for the Goods which the Seller agrees to in Writing
6.
Price of the Goods
6.1
Price of the Goods shall be the Seller's quoted price or, where no price has been quoted (or a quoted price is no longer valid) the price listed in the Seller's published price list current at the date of acceptance of this order. Where the Goods are supplied for export from the United Kingdom, the Seller's published export price list shall apply. All prices quoted are valid for 30 days only or until earlier acceptance by the Buyer, after which time they may be altered by the Seller without given giving written notice to the Buyer
6.2
The price is exclusive of any applicable value added tax, which the Buyer shall be additionally liable to pay to the Seller
6.3
All prices stated shall be subject to variation at the sole discretion of the Seller at any time without prior notice and the Seller shall notify the Buyer of any variation before delivery of the Goods
7.
Payment
7.1
Liability for payment for the Goods supplied to customers who have a trading account with the Seller shall arise on delivery and payment in cash is due 30 days from the date of the invoice or as otherwise specifically agreed in Writing by the Seller. Payment shall be due and the company shall be entitled to sue for the price whether or not property in the Goods has passed by virtue of condition 10 and not withstanding the delivery may not have taken place as a result of the Buyer's wrongful or refusal to accept delivery. The time of payment of the price shall be of the essence of the Contract
7.2
Liability for payment forthe Goods supplied on a proforma invoice basis for customers who do not have a trading account with the Seller shall be prior to delivery of the Goods. The ti me of payment of the price shall be of the essence of the Contract. It is the Buyer's responsibility to give written notice to the Seller of any payment under proforma invoice arrangements
7.3
Sums paid after the due date shall pay interest until the day payment is received at the rate of 5% per annum above the base rate from time to time of National Westminster Bank Pic occurring from day to day from the date of delivery until the date of payment in full
7.4
If the recovery of sums outstanding from the Buyer is passed to a debt collection agency the Buyer shall pay the Seller's costs in instructing the said debt collection agency and all ancillary legal costs
7.5
Without prejudice to any other rights or remedies ofthe Seller any in default of the Buyer in making payment on the due date shall entitle the Seller to suspend deliveries under the Contract or any other Contract so long as the default continues and break the Contract as repudiated by the Buyer and determined if the Buyer has not within 14 days of receiving written notice from the Seller paid all sums due to the Seller.
8.
Delivery
8.1
Delivery shall take place when the Goods are unloaded at or delivered to the Buyer's premises or other delivery location agreed between the Seller and the Buyer exceptthat if the Buyer collects or arranges collection of the Goods from the Seller's premises, or nominates a carrier for the Goods delivery shall take place when the Goods are loaded on the collection or carriers vehicle
8.2
Any dates quoted for delivery of the Goods are approximate only and the Seller will not be liable for any delay in delivery of the Goods however so caused. Time for delivery shall not be of the essence of the Contract unless previously agreed by the Seller in Writing. The Goods may be delivered by the Seller in advance of the quoted delivery date upon giving responsible notice to the Buyer
8.3
The Buyer shall accept immediate delivery or arrange to collect the Goods or arrange suitable storage, failing which the company may either:
8.3.1
effect delivery by whatever means they think most appropriate; or
8.3.2
arrange storage atthe Buyer's risk and expense pending delivery; or
8.3.3
re-sell or otherwise dispose ofthe Goods without prejudice to any other rights the Seller may have against the Buyer for breach of Contract or otherwise
8.4
Where the agreement provides for delivery by instalments each delivery shall constitute a separate Contract and failure by the Seller to deliver any one or more of the instalments in accordance with these Conditions or any claim by the Buyer in respect of any one or more instalments shall not entitle the Buyer to treat the Contract as a whole as repudiated
8.5
The Buyershall not be entitled to reject the Goods by reason only of short delivery
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8.6
The quantity of the Goods delivered under the Contract shall be recorded by the Seller upon dispatch from the Seller's factory or warehouse and the Seller's records shall be accepted by the Buyer as conclusive evidence of the quantity delivered.
8.7
It is the Buyer's responsibilityto notify the seller if Goods have not been received by the Buyer within seven days of the date of receipt of the Seller's invoice, therefore, if no notification is made the Buyer shall be deemed to have received the Goods.
8.8
If the Seller fails to deliver the Goods (or any instalment) for any reason other then any cause beyond the Seller's reasonable control or the Buyer's fault, and the Seller is accordingly liable to the Buyer, the Seller's liability shall be limited to the excess (if any) of the cost to the Buyer (in the cheapest available market) of similar Goods to replace those not delivered over the price of the Goods. The seller is under no obligation or liability in respect of failure to complete or delay or failure to deliver the goods comprised in any order or contract caused directly or indirectly by act of war or terrorism, strikes, lockouts, labour troubles, breakdowns, delays in transport, accidents, delay in obtaining material, fire, government prohibition, delivery of necessary fuel requirements, any and all problems or other restrictions relating to design or other manufacturing difficulties that arise during an order.
8.9
If the Buyer fails to take delivery of the Goods or fails to give the Seller adequate delivery instructions at the time stated for delivery (otherwise than by reason of any cause beyond the Buyer's reasonable control or by reason of the Seller's fault) then, with out prejudice to any other right or remedy available to the Seller, the Seller may:
8.9.1
store the Goods until actual delivery and charge the Buyer for the reasonable costs (including insurance) of storage;
or
8.9.2
sell the Goods at the best price readily obtainable and (after deducting all reasonable storage and selling expenses) account to the Buyer for the excess over the price under the Contract or charge the Buyer for any shortfall below the price under the Contract
9.
Examinations and claims
9.1
The Buyer shall upon delivery examine the Goods and shall promptly (but in any event within seven working days of delivery) notify in Writing the Seller and the carrier, where relevant, of any apparent damage defect or shortage.
9.2
The Buyer shall comply with the carriers rules, regulations and requirements so as, when appropriate, to the Seller to make a claim against the carrier in respect of any damage or loss in transit.
9.3
Claims in respect of damage defects or shortage not apparent on examination and under clause 9.1 must be notified in Writing to the Seller within 7 days of the date of delivery
9.4
Notification under clauses 9.1 to 9.3 above shall be first made by telephone then by notice in Writing delivered by facsimile transmission or by first class recorded delivery mail and addressed to Abssac Limited Units 19/20 Bond Industrial Estate Wickhamford Evesham Worcs WRll 7RH.
9.5
In default of such notification the seller shall be deemed conclusively to have properly preformed its obligations under the Contract.
10.
Property and risk
10.1
All risk including that of dam age to or loss of the Goods shall pass to the Buyer:
10.1.1
at the time when the Seller notifies the Buyer that the Goods are available for collection the case of Goods to be supplied at the Seller's premises
or
10.1.2
at the time of delivery but prior to unloading or if the Buyer wrongfully fails to take delivery of the Goods at the time when the Seller has tendered to delivery of the Goods in the case of Goods to be supplied otherwise than at the Seller's premises
or;
10.1.3
at the time of delivery of the Goods to a carrier for delivery to the Buyer in the case of Goods to be supplied in a manner otherwise than as set out in Conditions 10.1.1 or 10.1.2 above
10.2
The Buyer shall fully insure the Goods against all risks from the times stipulated forthe passing of risk in condition 10.1 above up to the time when the proprietary rights in such Goods pass to the Buyer
10.3
Property (both legal and beneficial) in the Goods shall remain in the company until all sums owing to the Seller whether under the Contract or any other Contract at any time between the Seller and the Buyer made prior to the date of the Contract ("the Indebtedness) shall have been paid in full, until such time the Buyer shall hold the Goods as bailee for the Seller
10.4
The Buyer shall not be entitled to pledge or in any way charge by way of security for any indebtedness any of the Goods which remain the property of the Seller, but if the Buyer does so all moneys owing by the Buyer to the Seller shall (without prejudice to any other right or remedy of the Seller) forthwith become due and payable
10.5
The Buyer until otherwise notified by the Seller or on the happening of any of the event specified in Condition 10.7 ("the Events") may in the ordinary course of business sell the Goods and pass property in them ("the Re-Sale") subject to the stipulations ("the Stipulations") imposed in Condition 1 0.5
10.6
The Stipulations are that until the Indebtedness has been fully discharged;
10.6.1
the Goods shall not be converted into any other product or mixed with any other Goods to make another product ("the New Product") nor will the Buyer sell the New Product and property in it ("the Sale") but if the Buyer in breach of the above provision does convert or mix the Goods property in the New Product shall atthe earliest moment that such vesting is possible, vest and remain in the Seller whether or not property in the Goods is at the moment extinguished
10.6.2
the Re-Sale shall be for the account of the Seller and, unless the Seller by written notice requires the paymentto it of the proceeds ofthe Re-Sale ("the Proceeds") to the extent of the Indebtedness, in which case the Buyer shall forthwith on receipt of such notice or as soon as thereafter as it shall receive the Proceeds makes its payment, the Buyer shall retain the Proceeds in a separate bank accountto the order of the Seller and not mix them with any other monies
10.6.3
in the event of a breach by the Buyer of its obligations under additions 10.6.1 the Seller shall have the right to trace the Proceeds in to any other moneys which may have been mixed and the Buyer shall indemnify the Seller on a full indemnity basis against loss, damage, costs or expenses incurred in such tracing
10.6.4
until the Re-Sale the Seller has have the right to repossess the Goods or take possession of the New Product at any time and for this purpose shall have the right to enter on to any premises or land in the ownership or possession of the Buyer and remove the Goods and/or the New Product not withstanding that they are affixed to such premises or land and the Buyer shall indemnifythe Seller on a full indemnity basis against all loss, damage, costs or expenses so arising including loss, damage, costs or expenses in respect of third party claims. Such taking of possession re delivery shall be without prejudice in the obligation of the Buyer to purchase Goods
10.6.5
the Goods and the New Product shall until their Re-Sale or Sale be stored separately, protected and insured and identified and clearly marked as the Seller's property
10.7
The Events are;
10.7.1
The giving of any notice to the Buyer that a receiver, manager, administrative receiver, supervisor, nominee or administrator is to be or has been appointed over any of the property or assets of the Buyer or that a petition to wind up the Buyer is to be or has been presented or that an application for an administration order is to be or has been made or any notice of a resolution to wind up the Buyer (say for the purposes of bona fide reconstruction or amalgamation)
10.7.2
A decision by the Buyer that the Buyer intends to make any arrangement or composition with its creditors generally.
10.7.3
Where the Buyer pursuant to section 123 or 268 of the Insolvency Act 1986 appears to be unable to pay a debt or appears to have no reasonable prospects of being able to pay a debt
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10.7.4
any distress or execution levied as threatened to be levied on any property or assets of the Buyer
10.7.5
the inability of the Buyer to pay its debts as they fall due
10.7.6
on receipt of notification from the company under Condition 10.5 or on the happening of any of the Events the Buyer shall immediately deliver the Goods and the New Product property in which the Product is reserved to or is vested in the Seller to such address as the Seller shall specify in default of which or in the alternative, the Seller shall have the right to enter on any premises or land in the ownership or possession of the Buyer in order to recover the Goods and the New Product and the Buyer shall indemnify the Seller on a full indemnity basis against all loss, damage, costs or expenses as arising including loss, damage, cost or expenses in respect of third party claims
11.
Breach by or insolvency by the Buyer
11.1
if the Buyer shall not comply with any of its obligations to the Seller or upon the occurrence of any of the Events referred to in clause 10.7 the Seller shall have the right forthwith to terminate the Contract but without affecting any other claim right or remedy of the Seller against the Buyer and without any liabilityto the Buyer, and if the Goods have been delivered but not paid for the price shall become immediately due and payable notwithstanding any previous agreement or arrangement to the contrary
12.
Export Terms
12.1
In these Conditions "Incoterms" mean the international rules for the interpretation of trade terms of the International Chambers of Commerce as in force at the date when the Contract is made. Unless the Context otherwise requires, any term or expression which is defined in or given a particular meaning my the provisions Incoterms shall have the same meaning in these Conditions, but if there is any conflict between the provisions of Incoterms and these Conditions, the latter shall prevail
12.2
Where the Goods are supplied for export from the United Kingdom, the provisions of this clause 12 shall (subject to any special terms agreed in Writing between the Buyer and the Seller) apply not withstanding any other provision of these Conditions
12.3
The Buyer shall be responsible for complying with any legislation or regulations governing the importation of the Goods in to the country or destination and forthe payment of any duties on them
12.4
Unless otherwise agreed in Writing between the Buyer and the Seller, the Goods shall be delivered fob the air or sea port of shipment and the Sellers shall be under no obligation to give notice under section 32(3) of the Sale Of Goods Act 1979
12.5
The Buyer shall be responsible for arranging for testing and inspection of the Goods at the Sellers premises before shipment. The Seller shall have no liability for any claim in respect of any defect in the Goods which would be apparent on inspection and which is made after shipment, or in respect of any damage during transit
12.6
Payment of all amounts due to the Seller shall be made by irrevocable letter of credit opened by the Buyer in favour of the Seller and confirmed by a bank acceptable by the Seller, or by telegraphic transfer in to the Sellers aforementioned bank account or if the Seller agrees in Writing on or before acceptance of the Buyer order to waive this requirement, by acceptance by the Buyer and delivery to the Seller of a bill of exchange drawn on the Buyer payable 60 days after sight of the order to the Seller at such branch of National Westminster Bank in England as may be specified in the bill of exchange
12.7
Unless otherwise specifically agreed between the Seller and the Buyer all Exports sales shall be made by delivery to the Buyer's premises and the Seller's prices shall be increased to cover the Seller's costs in making such deliveries
12.8
The Buyer warrants that if an import licence or permit is required for the importation of the Goods into the county or destination then such import licence or permit has been obtained or would be obtain prior to shipment
13.
Cancelation, suspension and termination
13.1
If the Buyer shall purport to cancel the whole or any part of the Contract the Seller may by notice in Writing to the Buyer elect to treat the Contract as repudiated and the Buyers shall thereupon be liable to pay the Seller by way of liquidated damages a sum equal to all the expenses incurred by the Seller in connection with the Contract including an appropriate amount in respect of administration overheads, costs and loss of profit. The Sellers reasonable estimate of the expenses incurred shall be final and binding on the parties
13.2
If for any cause whatsoever beyond its control the Seller is unable to make any delivery on the applicable delivery date or preform any of its obligations under the Contract the Seller may be notice in Writing to the Seller terminate the Contract or suspend the Contract without liability of any loss or damage thereby occurred by the Buyer
14.
Intellectual property
14.1
The Buyer shall not infringe any patent, trade name, registered design, copyright industrial or other intellectual property right belonging to the Seller in relation to the Goods or any other goods or matters supplied by the Seller with or in relation to the Goods
14.2
The Buyer shall promptly reportto the Seller particulars of any use by any person of a patent, trade name, registered design, trade mark or get up of Goods which might amountto infringement of any patent, trade mark, registered design, copy right, industrial or other intellectual property right attaching to the Goods or to unfair competition on passing off
14.3
In the event that it comes to the notice of the Buyer that any person alleges that a patent, trade name, registered design, copy right, industrial or other intellectual property right is invalid or that they infringe any rights of that person or that they are open to any form of attach the Buyer shall not make any omissions but shall promptly report the matter to the Seller
14.4
The Seller shall have conduct of all proceedings relating to any patent, trade name, registered design, copy right, industrial or other intellectual property right attaching to the Goods
15.
Force majeure
15.1
In so far as the performance of the Contract by the Seller may be affected by any strike, any lack of available, shipping or transport or materials, any restriction regulation or decree by any local or municipal authority or government department or by any cause beyond the Seller's reasonable control (which shall be construed without reference to the proceeding causes) the Seller may elect at its absolute discretion either;
15.1.1
to terminate the Contract or;
15.1.2
to proceed to preform or continue performance under the Contract within a reasonable time after the termination of such events of circumstance
15.2
In the event that the Seller makes an election under clause 15.1 the Buyer shall accept the Goods or such part of them as are delivered to it not withstanding any delay
16.
Exclusion of Contract (rights of the third party) Act 1999
16.1
Nothing in these Conditions will confer on any third party any benefit or the right to enforce any terms of these Conditions
17.
Proper law
17.1
The Contract is and shall be deemed to be made in England and shall in all respects be governed by English Law and shall be subject to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English Court
18.
General
18.1
Any notice required or permitted to be given by either party to the other under these Conditions shall be in Writing and addressed to that other party at its registered office or principal place of business or such other address as may atthe relevanttime having been notified pursuant to this provision to the party giving the notice
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18.2
No waiver by the Seller of any breach of the Contract by the Buyer shall be consider as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision
18.3
If any provision of these Conditions is held by any competent authority to be invalided or unenforceable in whole or in part the validity of the other provisions of these Conditions and the remainder of the provision in question shall not be affected
18.4
No liability, warranty or any other claim can or will exist for any product(s) during or as a consequence of or any consequence whatsoever resulting directly or indirectly from or in connection with any of the following regardless of any other contributory cause or event from :
Terrorism Terrorism is defined as any act or acts including and not limited to the use or threat of force/violence/harm or damage to life or property orthe threat of such harm or damage including harm or damage by nuclear and or chemical and or biological and or radiological means. Caused or occasioned by any persons or groups or so claimed in whole or in part for political religious ideological or similar purposes. Or, any action taken in controlling preventing suppressing or in anyway relating to the above.
War War or invasion, act of foreign enemy hostilities of a warlike operation or operations (whether war be declared or not) civil war rebellion revolution insurrection civil commotion assuming the proportions of or amounting to an uprising military or usurped power. Or any action taken in controlling preventing suppressing or in any way relating to any of the above.
18.5
Any dispute arising under or in connection with these Conditions or the sale ofthe Goods shall be referred to arbitration by a single arbitrator appointed by agreement or (in default) nominated on the application of either party by the president forthetime being of the Law Society.
Abssac Limited may make changes to the contents/ improvements and/or changes in the product(s) or service(s) described in this publication at any time.
 
August 2013.
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