FAQ - Torque Limiters, flexible Shaft Couplings and Line Shafts

Purpose of a Torque Limiter

Q) What is the purpose of a torque limiter?
A) Mechanical torque limiters are used to rapidly disconnect the drive and driven elements of a mechanical system when a torque overload occurs. They are available for belt and chain drive applications, and there are inline clutch coupling (also called safety coupling) versions as well. When a machine crash or jam takes place, torque limiters will cause the mechanics to break free, virtually instantaneously, and minimize damage as the result of the impact.

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