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R+W

BK5 - Bellows coupling

With tapered press-fit connection

R+W

Easy installation and removal, electrically and thermally isolating, absolutely backlash free and torsionally stiff

Features 

  • Easy installation and removal
  • Electrically and thermally isolating
  • Absolutely backlash free and torsionally stiff 

Fit clearance 

  • Overall shaft / hub clearance of 0.01 – 0.05 mm 

Special solutions 

  • Various materials, tolerances, dimensions and performance ratings available for custom applications on request 

Applications

  • ATEX (Optional) For use in hazardous zones 1/21 and 2/22, the metal bellows has been authorized under directive 94/9/EG and is available with certification.
  • Temperature range -30 °C to +100 °C (-22 °F to +212 °F) 

Technical Specifications

Design

  • Two clamping hubsone of which has a tapered male projection for bind mate connection 
  • Brief overloads of up to 1.5x the rated torque are acceptable. 

Material 

  • Hubs: up to series 80 – aluminum, from series 150 – steel
  • Tapered male segmenthigh strength plastic
  • Bellowshigh grade stainless steel 

Service life 

  • R+W bellows couplings are fatigue resistant and wear free for an infinite service life, as long as the technical limits are not exceeded

For More Information Contact Us 

Contact us

Oleh Veresyuk

Product Expert

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Coupling technology BK5 R+W Flyer EN.pdf

Coupling technology BK5 R+W Flyer EN.pdf