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Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept

Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept

Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Electric Wrap Spring Clutch is a device used to transfer torque in various applications, particularly in paper feed systems of office equipment. It operates by using magnetic flux to engage and disengage a spring mechanism that transfers torque from an input to an output shaft.
Components:
  • Connector: Energizes the clutch from an external source.
  • Magnetic Flux: Generated by a stationary coil to engage the control ring.
  • Shaft: Acts as input or output, driven by a cross pin slot.
  • Three Dog Hub: Functions as input or output.
  • Stationary Coil: Produces magnetic flux when energized.
  • Shoulder: Attracts the control ring when magnetized.
  • Wrap Hub: Transfers spring torque.
  • Floating Control Ring: Attracted to the shoulder to engage the spring.
  • Spring: Wraps onto the hub to transfer torque.
  • Stationary Case: Protects clutch components from contamination.
Operation: When electric current passes through the coil, magnetic flux attracts the control ring to the shoulder, causing the spring to wrap onto the hub and transfer torque. Disengagement occurs when the current is removed, and the spring unwraps.
Performance Metrics:
  • Time-to-Engage (T.T.E.): Time for magnetic flux to activate the control ring.
  • Time-to-Speed (T.T.S.): T.T.E. plus system acceleration time.
  • Time-to-Disengage (T.T.D.): Time for magnetic flux to decay and spring to unwrap.
  • Time-to-Zero (T.T.Z.): T.T.D. plus system deceleration time.
Performance Information: The clutch's engagement speed is directly related to input speed. Arc suppression circuits can affect disengagement time, with different circuits offering varying levels of transient voltage and disengagement speed.
Load Calculation: The total load on the clutch is the sum of friction and inertia loads. Inertia is calculated using the formula I = π/32 x D4 x L x ρ, where D is diameter, L is length, and ρ is density. The worksheet provides a step-by-step procedure to determine the load exerted on the clutch.
Life Expectancy: The clutch's life expectancy is influenced by factors such as speed, temperature, and installation quality. The Estimated Electric Clutch Actuation Life Matrix provides guidance on selecting the appropriate model based on life requirements and torque load.
Recommendations: For applications exceeding standard life requirements, consult with a Reell sales representative. Consider adding slip devices and flexible couplers to extend clutch life and reduce noise.
Conversion Factors: Provided for converting between different units of inertia, length, and torque.
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Catalog excerpts

Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept-1

Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Technical Datasheet Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept How it works As electric current is passed through the stationary coil, lines of magnetic flux are generated and used to Connector: Energizes clutch from outside source Stationary Coil: Generates magnetic flux when energized Magnetic Flux: Lines of magnetic flux cause the ring to engage Shoulder: Pressed on shaft for control ring attraction Shaft: Used as input or output as dictated by application. Driven by cross pin slot on opposite end Wrap Hub: Pressed on shaft for spring torque transfer attract the control ring to the shoulder. This control ring is attached to the spring, which wraps down onto a hub as the input is turned. Torque is transferred from the input, through the spring, to the output. After electric current is removed, the magnetic attraction is lost, causing the clutch to disengage as the spring unwraps. Floating Control Ring: Attracted to shoulder when magnetized Three Dog Hub: Used as input or output as dictated by application Spring: Fixed on three dog hub. During engagement spring wraps down on wrap hub to transfer torque Stationary Case: Encloses clutch components, protecting them from contamination How to Determine the Direction of Rotation Direction of rotation viewed from the input end of the clutch. Shaft Input

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Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept-2

Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Performance Information Speed to Time Curve T.T.E. — Time-to-Engage: Time for magnetic flux buildup in clutch to activate the control ring and wrap spring. T.T.D. — Time-to-Disengage: Time for magnetic flux to decay and the spring to unwrap. T.T.S. — Time-to-Speed: T.T.E. + the time for the system to accelerate. T.T.Z. — Time-to-Zero: T.T.D. + deceleration time of the system. Torque is applied to output at T.T.E. Torque is removed from output at T.T.D. Time-to-Engage (T.T.E.) Time-to-Engage is directly related to the input speed. The higher the input speed, the quicker...

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Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept-3

Reell Wrap Spring Clutch Total Load Worksheet The inertia about the axis of a cylinder is given by the formula: I= π/32 x D4 x L x ρ I=Inertia lb-in2 (kg-m2) D=Diameter in (m) L=Length in (m) ρ=Density lb/in3 (kg/m3) The worksheet below is a step-by-step procedure to determine the load exerted on your clutch. The total load on your clutch is the sum of the load caused by friction and the load due to inertia of the driven system. DO NOT IGNORE THE EFFECTS OF INERTIA! Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist a change in rotation. The rotation of an object with a large inertia will be harder...

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Radial Electric Wrap Spring Clutch Concept-4

Estimated Torque to Accelerate Inertia 1000 INERTIA TORQUE (lb-in) INERTIA TORQUE (lb-in) Conversion Factors: Conversion Factors Multiply 2 INERTIA LENGTH TORQUE For more information contact Reell or visit www.reell.com REELL Precision Manufacturing Corporation An ESOP Company 1259 Willow Lake Boulevard Saint Paul, MN 55110 USA Tel 651.484.2447 Fax 651.484.3867 Innovative Torque Solutions

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