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Overview: The document provides comprehensive information on G rotary unions by Kadant Johnson Europe B.V., tailored for high-performance applications in the machine tool industry. These unions are suitable for coolant, air, hydraulic, and cutting oil applications, ensuring high precision and reliability under demanding conditions.
Specifications: G rotary unions can operate up to 42,000 RPM and withstand pressures up to 3,625 psi (250 bar). They feature both standard and customized designs, optimized seal balance ratios, and various seal material combinations to minimize friction and extend seal life.
Features and Benefits: Designed to reduce pressure drop and turning friction, these unions prevent leakage from coolant to dry running and enhance bearing life. They are versatile for use in CNC machines, spindles, and milling applications.
Product Range: The document details various types of G rotary unions, including GA, GAI, GFR/GFRA, GFL/GFLA, GFS/GFSA, GFP/GFPA, GHR/GHRA, GHS/GHSA, and GHP/GHPA, each with unique features and applications.
Installation Instructions: Detailed installation instructions are provided for each type, including dimensions, weight, and specific configurations for different applications.
Performance Charts: Performance charts and PV diagrams are included, illustrating pressure and speed capabilities under various conditions.
Custom Solutions: Custom rotary unions are available for specific needs, with options for spindle-mounted configurations and multi-passage designs.
Conclusion: G rotary unions by Kadant Johnson Europe B.V. provide robust solutions for fluid handling in machine tools, emphasizing durability, precision, and adaptability to various industrial needs.
Specifications and Product Details: The document outlines detailed specifications for various rotary unions, including the R/RH Rotary Union, Z Rotary Union, and BCI™ Rotary Union, each designed for specific applications.
R/RH Rotary Union: Features precision micro-lapped seals, anti-friction bearings, and a carbon graphite seal. Available in stainless steel and brass, with sizes from 9 mm to 150 mm, supporting single and dual flow configurations.
Z Rotary Union: Designed for thermal oil applications, operating up to 500 RPM and 300°C, featuring a proprietary antimony impregnated carbon seal ring, available in sizes from 3/4” to 2 1/2”.
BCI™ Rotary Union: Used in continuous casting steel segment rolls, self-centering, mounted inside the bearing cover, made from corrosion-resistant materials, and capable of handling dirty water with varying pH levels.
Materials and Design: Constructed from corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel and bronze, designed for tough applications with maximum flow rates and minimal restrictions.
Global Support and Manufacturing: Kadant has a global presence with manufacturing locations in North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, offering expert advice and prompt service through authorized representatives worldwide.
Contact Information: The document provides contact details for various sales locations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, ensuring global accessibility to products and services.
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FLUID HANDLING Machine Tools Transfer Lines Gun Drills CNC Machines Spindles Grinding Machines Drilling Presses Milling Clutches Rotary Index Tables

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G rotary unions are high performance, high precision rotary unions for coolant, air, hydraulic and cutting oil applications. G rotary unions are generally applied to the machine tool industry. Based on decades of mechanical seal design and application expertise, the G rotary union line is built to perform under the most demanding conditions. A thorough understanding of seal load optimization, seal wear characteristics, and application knowledge means G rotary unions can provide years of reliable service for coolant, air, and hydraulic oil applications. • Standard and customised designs • Full...

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Our Standard & Custom Solutions G-Type GA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 G-Type GAI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 G-Type GFR/GFRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 G-Type GFL/GFLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Consult factory for additional thread type, dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. Overview • Precision ball bearings lubricated for life • Hardened stainless steel rotor • Optimised seal balance ratio for minimal friction • Smooth running, no vibration • Body available in anodised aluminium or brass • Possibility of customised tests on customer's parameters • No leakage during tool change

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+ Dimension tolerance is +0,31 +0,4, dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. Overview • Compact design mounted inside shaft • Hardened stainless steel rotor • Optimised seal balance ratio for minimal friction • Available with non-contracting seal ring with hydrodynamic grooves • Anodised aluminium body

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AXIAL INLET Dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. Overview • Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings • Optimised seal balance ratio • Silicon carbide seal faces resist wear and thermal shock • Precision ball bearings eliminate vibration • Anodised aluminium body • Full flow area, minimal pressure drop • Stainless steel spring located outside the flow • Stainless steel rotor resists corrosion • No leakage during tool change

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RADIAL INLET Overview • Special seal design permits dry running • Optimised seal balance ratio for minimal friction • Precision angular contact bearings widely spaced to eliminate wobble and vibration • Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings • Anodised aluminium body • Reduced coolant misting for improved air quality • No leakage during tool change commutation • Low vibration for precise machining • Also available for rotation with compressed air • Supplied with bearings run-in upon request • Closing ring suitable for proximity sensing draw bar position

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Dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. See page 18 for spindle detail Overview • Special seal design permits dry running • Low heat generation in bearings and mechanical seal • Optimised seal balance ratio for minimal friction • High precision angular contact bearings eliminate wobble and vibration • Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings • Anodised aluminium body • Reduced coolant misting for improved air quality • No leakage during tool change commutation • Low vibration for precise machining • Also available for rotation with compressed air • Supplied...

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AXIAL INLET Dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. See page 18 for spindle detail Overview • Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearing • Full flow area, minimal pressure drop • Optimised seal balance ratio • Silicon carbide seal faces resist wear and thermal shock • Multiple stainless steel springs located outside the flow • Stainless steel rotor resists corrosion • Angular ball bearing design resists side loading • Low vibration for precise machining Closing ring suitable for proximity sensing draw bar position • Anodised aluminium body

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Type AB C D E F GHLMPQRS Weight Lb (Kg) Type AB C D E F GHLMPQRS Weight Lb (Kg) Dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. Overview Special seal design permits dry running • Long drawbar stroke for maximum flexibility Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings Optimise seal balance ratio for minimal friction Anodised aluminium body Full flow area, minimal pressure drop Stainless steel rotor resist corrosion • No leakage during tool change commutation • Large drain holes to evacuate coolant from the union • Supplied with bearings run-in upon request • Stainless steel...

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AXIAL INLET Fluid * with Ceramic Bearings Dimensions in millimeters. For reference only and subject to change. Overview Special seal design permits dry running Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings Optimised seal balance ratio High precision angular contact bearings for high- Anodised aluminium body Full flow area, minimal pressure drop Long drawbar stroke for maximum flexibility Seal to protect bearings for air pressure in rotor area Low heat generation in bearings and mechanical seal No leakage during tool change commutation Large drain holes to evacuate coolant from the union Supplied...

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* with Ceramic Bearings Overview • Special seal design permits dry running • Labyrinth seal and drain holes protect bearings • Optimised seal balance ratio • High-precision angular contact bearings for high-speeds • Anodised aluminium body • Long drawbar stroke for maximum flexibility • Low heat generation in bearings and mechanical seal • No leakage during tool change commutation • Large drain holes to evacuate coolant from the union • Supplied with bearings run-in upon request • Full flow area, minimal pressure drop

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