Like all mechanical components, shafts are subject to manufacturing or assembly tolerances that cannot usually be completely eliminated, even with great technical effort. If these mechanical deviations are not compensated for, they result in vibrations, noise and stiffness and ultimately shorten the service life of the connected units.

The standard element manufacturer Ganter has tackled these problems. The result is shaft couplings that are suitable for torque and power transmission as well as for position and motion control. The right type of coupling is therefore available for every application.

Despite the wide range of variations, the right designs can be found quickly. A type overview presents the most important features of all shaft couplings at a glance, while the tried-and-tested standard sheets document the details of the individual coupling standards. Further technical information on installation and application as well as information on speed, temperature, torsional stiffness, moment of inertia, etc. are summarized in a shaft coupling brochure - available in printed form or as a download.

The new shaft couplings made of aluminum or stainless steel that have been added to the product range can be fastened either positively or non-positively. Several bore diameters, different degrees of stiffness and hardness of the coupling body and an optional keyway allow the coupling to be tailored to the specific application. In general, all shaft couplings compensate for misalignments and misalignments, absorb concentricity errors and axial movements and dampen vibrations and shocks to varying degrees. At application level, a distinction is made between position and motion control as well as torque and power transmission.

The rotary motion must be transmitted very precisely and accurately for position and motion control. This requires a type of shaft coupling that operates backlash-free in the direction of rotation and has a high torsional rigidity. Typical application examples are Servo or stepper motors for linear axes, industrial robots, test benches.

In torque and power transmission, on the other hand, the focus is purely on power transmission. This requires shaft couplings that can withstand high torques and heavy loads and function permanently in harsh application environments. Typical applications include conveyor systems, pumps and agitators as well as packaging machines.