HercuFlex Couplings Catalog
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FX Series CX Series FXL Series RA/RAHS Series HercuFlex Gear Couplings The Reinvention of the Gear Coupling

Safety Warning When using Lovejoy products, you must follow these instructions and take the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the power transmission product to break and parts to be thrown with sufficient force to cause severe injury or death. Refer to this Lovejoy Catalog for proper selection, sizing, horsepower, torque range, and speed range of power transmission products, including elastomeric elements for couplings. Follow the installation instructions included with the product, and in the individual product catalogs for proper installation of power transmission...

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HercuFlex Gear Couplings Gear Coupling Selection Process Factors Affecting Selection The following is a list of the information necessary to assist in making a coupling selection. Not all of these items will come into play in all selection processes. These items include, but are not limited to: • • • • • • • • • Application details Type of motor and driven equipment Motor horsepower or KW Operating/coupling speed Shaft sizes and separation Space and size constraints Environment (temperature, chemicals, etc) Balance requirements Special modifications Steps In Selecting A Gear Coupling Refer...

Notes: n 1 indicates: If people are transported, Lovejoy does not recommend and will not warranty the use of the coupling. n alues contained in the table should be used as a general guide and are to be applied to smooth power sources such as electric V motors and steam turbines. n For drives involving internal combustion engines add 1.0 to the values listed.

HercuFlex Gear Couplings FX Series Overview Lovejoy FX Series Flange Style Gear Coupling By incorporating the latest advances in Finite Element Analysis technology, Lovejoy has revolutionized the Gear Coupling. Increased nominal torque, larger maximum bore size and longer service life are just a few of the many advantages of the HercuFlex coupling. Despite the advanced nature of these improvements, the HercuFlex Gear Coupling still utilizes the standard AGMA flange interface to ensure field interchangeability. Key Features • Unequaled bore and torque capacity • 1.5° of misalignment per gear...

HercuFlex Gear Couplings FX Series Dimensional Data Lovejoy Normal Hub Arrangement FX Dimensions (Standard Hubs)

HercuFlex Gear Couplings CX Series Overview Lovejoy CX Series Continuous Sleeve Style Gear Coupling The HercuFlex coupling family has expanded to include the continuous sleeve gear coupling. Utilizing the same industry leading design expertise as seen in the FX style, Lovejoy has incorporated multiple innovations to yield previously unseen bore and torque capacity in the Continuous Sleeve gear coupling segment. Key Features • Unequaled bore and torque capacity • 1.5° of misalignment per gear mesh • Improved hardware corrosion resistance • Advanced seal design intensifying contamination...

HercuFlex Gear Couplings CX Series Dimensional Data Lovejoy Normal Hub Arrangement CX Dimensions (Standard Hubs)

HercuFlex Gear Couplings FXL Series Overview FXL Series Labyrinth Seal Flanged Gear Coupling In extreme high contamination environments, Lovejoy has transformed the HercuFlex coupling to integrate an advanced seal design when performance degradation is not tolerable. This advanced gear coupling still encompasses the torque and misalignment capacities that make the HercuFlex coupling an industry leader. Key Features • Unequaled bore and torque capacity • 1.5° of misalignment per gear mesh • Improved fastener corrosion resistance • Advanced seal design intensifying contamination resistance •...

HercuFlex Gear Couplings FXL Series FXL Dimensions (Standard Hubs) OAL THESE ARE THE CX DRAWINGS OAL TS OAL LTB STILL NEED THE FXL NORMAL, Size in mm in CL 1 HUB AND 2 HUB REVERSED 1 3.63 92.2 1.69 OAL 1 E CX DRAWINGS S E FXL NORMAL, Size HUB REVERSED OAL 2 THESE ARE THE CX DRAWINGS TS FD FD TS STILL NEED THEmm NORMAL, FXL in in 1 HUB4.56 2 HUB REVERSED AND 115.8 2.13 6.00

HercuFlex Gear Couplings Flange Interchangeability* EXPOSED BOLTS Exposed and Shrouded Bolts Lovejoy® FXL Series Max Torque Bore Rating mm Size in-lb Torque Rating in-lb Max Max Torque Max Max Bore Bore Rating Bore Bore in mm Size in-lbf in mm FALK® 1000 Series Max Max Bore Bore in mm Torque Rating in-lbf SHROUDED BOLTS Max Max Bore Bore in mm Size Torque Rating in-lb Torque Rating in-lb Torque Max Max Rating Bore Bore in-lbf in mm Max Max Torque Max Max Bore Bore Rating Bore Bore in mm Size in-lbf in mm 7,600 Torque Rating in-lbf Torque Max Max Rating Bore Bore Size in-lbf in mm 1GF Note:...

HercuFlex Gear Couplings Flange Interchangeability* Exposed and Shrouded Bolts Lovejoy

HercuFlex Gear Couplings Additional Dimensional Data Lovejoy Additional Dimensional Data Flex Hub Puller Bolt Holes B.C. Diameter

HercuFlex Gear Couplings Additional Dimensional Data Lovejoy Sleeve and Bolt Dimensions

HercuFlex Gear CouplingsRA and RAHS Type Rigid Couplings Overview & Performance Data RA and RAHS Type Rigid Adjustable Couplings The RA and RAHS couplings are offered in two different styles. Type II coupling consists of two rigid hubs, adjusting nut and split ring and split ring for motor hub. Type IV coupling consists of two rigid hubs, adjusting nut, and split ring for motor hub and spacer. Key Features • Axial positioning of the pump impeller in vertical pump applications • Clearance fit bores allows for easy installation and maintenance for pump and/or motor • Easily adjustable for...

HercuFlex Gear CouplingsRA and RAHS Type Rigid Couplings Dimensional Data RA & RAHS Spacer Coupling Type IV RA & RAHS Coupling Type II RA and RAHS Type Dimensional Data Ordering Information • Clearance fit bores with set screw are standard. • RA couplings meet standard tolerances. • Inch bore and keyway tolerances conform to AINSI / AGMA 9002-B04. For metric bore and keyway tolerances, consult Lovejoy Application Engineering. RAHS couplings conform to API 610.