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Product ReleaseCouplings - Zero-Max CD w/Aluminum Hubs Have Low Weight and Inertia Print
 Ideal For Servo Motor Applications To Ensure Reliable Machine Operation Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Brochure Or CD ROM With Sizing Software Included Zero-Max CD® couplings with aluminum hubs have low weight and low inertia making them an excellent choice for servo motor and other precision motion control applications. CD couplings provide the ideal combination of high torsional stiffness and high dynamic load capacity to ensure reliable machine operation. “Today’s designers are using more servo motors to improve machine speed and accuracy,” reports Robert Mainz, Zero-Max Sales Manager. “As speeds increase, so does stress on mechanical components. The first mechanical component to see increased stress is the shaft coupling. Aluminum Composite Disc CD couplings handle the stress in these high speed, servo driven systems. They’ve proven it in countless applications.” Zero-Max CD couplings are designed so that the working part is made of a composite material. It withstands the punishment and stress of a servo motor – “everything a servo motor can dish out,” reports users. In comparison, bellows style couplings have high torsional stiffness specifications but are too brittle to withstand the punishment of high speed reversing applications. Beam style couplings also have limitations because they have relatively low torsional stiffness that will limit speed and machine accuracy. For engineers who want their system designs to run faster and maintain accuracy, CD couplings have the ideal combination of high torsional stiffness and high dynamic load capacity. They address the many challenges of the latest servo motor designs providing precision positioning under high reverse loads and with reliable 24/7 operation. Aluminum hub CD Single Flex models are available in clamp style hubs with or without keyways! The torque capacities range from 40 Nm to 1436 Nm and beyond with speed ratings from 4400 RPM to 17,000 RPM. All CD couplings are environmentally friendly and are manufactured of RoHS* compliant materials. For more information, call 1-800-533-1731 for FREE brochure of CD ROM with sizing software included. Outside US and Canada, call 763-546-4300. Or write to Zero-Max, 13200 Sixth Avenue North, Plymouth, Minnesota 55441-5509. Fax: 763-546-8260. Website: www.zero-max.com Email: sales@zero-max.com * RoHS 2002/95 EC is a European Union directive restricting the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment shipped into the EU as of July 1, 2006.
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Zero Maintenance Bearings are a New Option for Schmidt Offset Couplings from Zero Max
 Zero maintenance bearings are now available as an option for Schmidt Offset couplings from Zero-Max. This new coupling feature eliminates the need for periodic coupling lubrication and the resulting system downtime.Schmidt Offset couplings provide the utmost in precision for parallel offset shafts. They transmit constant angular velocity and torque in a wide range of parallel shaft misalignments. ...More >> Zero Max Adjustable Speed Drives with Micro Dial
 Zero-Max Adjustable Speed Drives with the new Micro Dial feature provide accurate and repeatable speed settings. This allows users to more accurately set and re-set various speeds to meet performance levels for different applications.When the Adjustable Speed Drive with the Micro Dial is used in a seeder cart application, different settings can be made more accurately for dispensing corn, wheat, or oats. In textile applications, the Adjustable Speed Drive can be set with the Micro Dial for precise speed control in textile winding machines ...More >> New Zero Max ServoClass Brochure Published Has Hysteresis Analysis And Application Info
 With today's servo motor applications more demanding than ever, this new brochure from Zero-Max featuring its ServoClass® couplings makes specifying the right coupling easier.ServoClass couplings are high performance couplings designed to meet the precision positioning requirements and high reverse-load characteristics of today's servomotor applications. This new brochure shows how the coupling's low inertia design enhances motor performance, making higher system acceleration possible using less energy. ...More >> Zero Max Low Inertia Aluminum CD Couplings
 System designers asked for it - a low inertia, lightweight coupling with high torsional stiffness for servo motor applications. Zero-Max provides that coupling with its aluminum CD® model in single and double flex versions."We surveyed design engineers to find out what was the most desirable feature when specifying couplings for servo motor applications," reports Robert Mainz, Zero-Max sales manager. "Low inertia was the most important." ...More >> Zero Max ServoClass Couplings provide High Torsional Stiffness for Precision Positioning
 ServoClass® Couplings from Zero-Max are ideal for the precision positioning requirements and high reverse load characteristics of today's challenging AC and DC servomotor applications.Providing high torsional stiffness for precision positioning, they have zero-backlash and low hysteresis ensuring repeatable precise positioning. They are ideal for applications requiring high speed reversing loads and accurate positioning repeatability. ...More >> Right Angle Gear Drives From Zero-Max Have Class 10 Spiral Bevel Gears
Ideal For Low Noise And Minimal Backlash Applications Zero-Max Launches New Content Rich Website
Site Provides Fast, Easy-To-Search Motion Control Products That Solve Challenging Motion Problems The dynamic new website content demonstrates Zero-Max’s innovative product solutions and the company and people behind its products. Zero-Max products include: (1) shaft couplings and torque limiters, (2) overhung load adaptors, (3) variable speed mechanical drives, (4) and keyless shaft locking bushings. Primary product lines are described by application with product pictures and drawings. ...More >>Floating Shaft CD Couplings Span Long Distances Between Shaft Ends
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Schmidt 5D Couplings From Zero-Max Handle Axial, Angular And Parallel Shaft Misalignments
Feature Low Backlash Design For Precision Applications Load Support For Hydraulic Motors And Pumps Provided By Zero-Max Overhung Load Adapters
 Plymouth, Minnesota: Zero-Max Overhung Load Adaptors (OHLA®) provide load support to eliminate premature hydraulic motor or pump bearing failure. OHLA’s provide a solid mounting surface while sealing out dirt and contamination in harsh environments.Zero-Max OHLA's provide support for both radial and axial loads. Applications include forestry shredders, recycling systems, cold planers for road paving, industrial conveyor drives, and many others. ...More >> New, Expanded 12-Page Zero-Max Overload Safety Coupling Brochure Available
 Minneapolis, Minnesota: A new 12-page Zero-Max catalog of Torq Tender® overload safety couplings has been published. These overload safety couplings disengage motor drives for overload protection. They protect motor and drive systems from jam ups and excessive loading.System designers will find this new catalog helpful when examining overload protection options for a particular system design. Available in models that will disengage torques from 2 to 3,000 in. lbs., mechanically operated Torque Tenders often are the best design option because they are tamper proof and do not require costly and potentially risky calibration procedures. The torque value is controlled by the Torq Tender part number ordered and preset at the factory. ...More >>Transmission Dynamometers Benefit From Zero-Max CD Couplings
 New CD Couplings® from Zero-Max are the ideal choice for use in heavy duty dynamometers for transmission output testing. CD Couplings provide the ideal combination of high dynamic load capacity and high torsional stiffness to ensure reliable system operation.A better alternative than overly cumbersome steel disc couplings, CD Couplings can be designed to fit in a much smaller envelope. This key feature enables the dynamometer to be built with a much smaller footprint. Considering the cost of floor space and the manufacturing cost savings in the machine base ...More >> Fixed Displacement Hydraulic Pumps Driven By Servo Motors Benefit From Zero-Max CD® Couplings Ability To Handle These Ultra High Stress Applications
 Plymouth, Minnesota: New CD Couplings® from Zero-Max are an ideal choice for use with fixed displacement hydraulic pumps driven by servo motors. CD Couplings provide the ideal combination of high dynamic load capacity and high torsional stiffness to ensure reliable system operation. "This new pump drive technology has become increasingly popular because of dramatic improvements in their energy efficiency and noise reduction", reports Robert Mainz, Zero-Max sales manager. "These pump systems utilize the power and precision that only a servo motor can provide. The system pressure is controlled by modulating the output volume of a fixed displacement pump. This is made possible utilizing a high performance control system and the high performance qualities of a CD shaft coupling." ...More >> Positioning Medical System Tables Improved Using Rohlix Linear Actuators From Zero-Max
 Patient positioning tables including those used in CT scanning systems can benefit from Roh'lix® Linear Actuators* manufactured by Zero-Max, Inc. With a special "overload" feature, Roh'lix linear actuators halt motion when an obstruction or pre-set level of travel pressure is reached. Thus, positioning systems utilizing Roh'lix actuators are inherently safer than a positioning system that uses a ball screw actuator. ...More >> Zero-Max Wind Turbine Couplings Withstand 70,000 Nm Of Torque - Passed Hell Hole Test At Tehachapi, California Wind Farm
 Zero-Max, Inc., an ISO 9001 certified design and manufacturing company, announces introduction of its Composite Disc Couplings for the wind turbine industry. "These couplings withstand extreme misalignment while remaining torsionally stiff and have passed the ‘hell hole' test at Tehachapi, California Wind Farm," reports James Motz, member of the Wind Team for Zero-Max. "The couplings were tested under conditions simulating a 20 year load spectrum of continuous operation. Once fatigue tested, the ‘hell hole' location was selected for field testing in a wind turbine whereby the coupling would experience wind conditions in excess of 80 mph with continuous wind direction changes. The Zero-Max couplings survived these conditions that put over 50 wind turbines not using our coupling out of commission. The Zero-Max coupling continues to operate uninterrupted at this writing," Mr. Motz added. ...More >> Special Designed CD Couplings by Zero-Max Solve Difficult and Unusual Motion Control Application Requirements
 Motion system designers needing to fit a high performance coupling into a small space will find the solution with a specially designed CD coupling from Zero-Max. Many other difficult coupling needs such as higher misalignment, greater torque capacity and greater torsional stiffness than that of standard couplings are available in Zero-Max specially designed CD couplings. ...More >> New Control-Flex® Couplings From Zero-Max Are Ideal For Encoder Applications
 Control-Flex® couplings from Zero-Max are designed for the precision feedback requirements of encoder applications. Featuring a unique Control-Flex center disc design, these couplings have a parallel linkage system that minimizes reaction forces due to transmission torque and unavoidable shaft misalignments. Control-Flex Feature Zero Backlash and High Misalignment Capabilities. FREE Brochure! ...More >> New ETP-Octopus Hydraulic Shaft Locking Bushings Available From Zero-Max
 ETP-Octopus Provide Fast And Accurate Positioning On Sliding Shafts In Automated Systems The new model ETP-Octopus™ hydraulic shaft locking bushings are ideal for simultaneous, quick locking and accurate positioning of sliding shafts and components in automated systems such as machine tools, extruders and packaging systems. ...More >>ETP Express Keyless Shaft Locking Bushings Have Less Than .0008 Inch Runout Minimizing System Vibration And Noise
 They Are RoHS Compliant - Call 1-800-533-1731 for a FREE brochure ETP Express® Shaft Locking Bushings from Zero-Max minimize runout and system vibration. They provide a strong, yet precise connection between keyless shafts and mounted components that can be installed in seconds. Designed to lock gears, pulleys and other components to keyless shafts, ETP Express® Bushings have a very low total indicated runout (T.I.R.) of less than .0008” (.02 mm). This feature minimizes component runout on rotating shafts, reducing machine vibration and noise. ...More >>Zero-Max Launches New Configurable 3D CAD Downloads For Its Latest Generation CD® Composite Disc Couplings
 Now you can select and configure the exact CD® coupling solution for your coupling application with 3D Partstream, the configurable 3D CAD downloads Zero-Max’s latest generation CD couplings are easier and faster to evaluate and specify than ever before. To select the right CD coupling, for example, the system designer simply enters the coupling size or max torque capacity and the two bore sizes. 3D Partstream then will render the exact configured coupling for Interactive viewing. ...More >> Latest Generation CD® Composite Disc Couplings by Zero-Max
 The new CD couplings feature zero backlash precision and high torsional stiffness required in today’s demanding servo motor applications with high reverse loads and positioning requirements. Manufactured of RoHS* compliant materials containing no banned substances, these newly improved CD couplings are designed with new clamp style hubs for increased torque capacity on shafts without using keyways. “Early response from design engineers to our new generation CD couplings has been extremely strong,” reports Robert Mainz, Zero-Max sales manager. ...More >> New Zero-Max ServoClass® Coupling Brochure Published
 New Sizes In Single And Double Disc Models Now Available A new eight page Zero-Max catalog of an expanded line of ServoClass couplings has been published. These are high performance couplings designed to meet the precision positioning requirements and high reverse-load characteristics of today’s servomotor applications. System designers will find this new catalog a real help in evaluating options and sizes for specific servomotor applications. These ServoClass couplings are now available in eleven sizes ...More >>Three New Larger Sizes Added To Zero-Max ServoClass® Coupling Line
 They Provide High Torsional Stiffness And Zero Backlash Plymouth, MN - Three new sizes in both single and double flex models The new sizes handle bore diameters from 0.875 in. (20mm) to 1.378 in. (35mm) ...More >>Couplings - Zero-Max's Full Line Of RoHS Compliant CD® Couplings
 They Feature Zero Backlash And High Torsional Stiffness For Precision Servo Motor Positioning – FREE Brochure And CD With Sizing Software – 1-800-533-1731 Plymouth, MN - Zero-Max announces introduction of its next generation of CD® couplings. These newly updated CD couplings feature zero backlash precision and high torsional stiffness required in today’s demanding servo motor applications with high reverse loads and positioning requirements. ...More >>Stainless Steel ETP Express Keyless Shaft Locking Bushings
 ETP Stainless Steel shaft locking bushings are designed to lock gears, pulleys, sprockets and other components to a keyless shaft. These ETP stainless steel models contain FDA approved food grade medium and are RoHS compliant.* Stainless steel ETP Express Bushings are ideal for use in food, beverage and dairy processing equipment, particularly in systems requiring frequent washdowns. ...More >>Gearheads - Zero–Max Right Angle Gear Drives
 Spiral Bevel Gears And Stainless Steel Shafts For Low Noise Applications - Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Sizing and Product Catalog CD Zero-Max “Crown” gear drives provide directional motion change in all types of power transmission systems. Compact and sealed from contaminants, these gear drives feature class 10 spiral bevel gears and non-magnetic stainless steel shafts. ...More >> Couplings - RoHS Compliant ServoClass Couplings
 Zero Backlash And High Torsional Stiffness For Precision Servo Motor Positioning The next generation of ServoClass® Couplings has been introduced by Zero-Max. These new couplings feature zero backlash and even higher torsional stiffness required in today's demanding servo motor applications with high reverse loads and precision positioning requirements. ...More >> Servo Motor Coupling - Torsional Stiffness In Medical Actuation Systems
 Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE BROCHURE Medical systems such as scanners, DNA analyzers and X-ray equipment requiring consistent, precision linear positioning benefit from the next generation of ServoClass® Couplings from Zero-Max. These new ServoClass Couplings have even higher torsional stiffness than previous models. They are the ideal coupling for handling high speed reversing loads and precise positioning requirements in today's demanding medical servomotor applications. ...More >> CD Couplings From Zero-Max Handle High Torque Loads While Providing Zero-Backlash Operation In Servo Motor Driven Packaging Systems
 Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Brochure Today's packaging machines are using more and more servomotorsthan ever before. As speeds increase, so does the stress on the mechanical components. Proper coupling selection is even more critical to achieve the higher speeds and greater accuracy of these new designs. "Composite Disc (CD®) couplings from Zero-Max have proven themselves in countless applications that require both high reverse loads and high speeds," reports Robert Mainz ...More >>Newest Generation CD ROM With Product Sizing and Selection Software
 Zero-Max has introduced Version 1.5 of its latest software designed for easy and fast sizing and selection of components for motion control and power transmission systems. Zero-Max new software contains the latest downloadable 3D CAD drawings, CD coupling brochures in German, Spanish, French as well as English ...More >>Linear Actuator - Roh'lix® Linear Actuators Convert Rotary Motion Into Linear Motion
 Zero-Max Roh'lix® Linear Actuators Are Ideal For Positioning Operations In All Types Of Machinery Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Brochure Roh’lix® linear actuators from Zero-Max convert rotary motion to linear travel and carry loads at speeds up to 70 inches per second depending on size. They are ideal for positioning operations in all types of machinery and are a less costly alternative to ball screws. Designed to handle thrust rated between 5 and 200 lbs., loads can be easily attached to the Roh’lix carrier block using two cap screws. ...More >> Zero-Max Servo Class® Couplings Available In Single And Double Disc Models For Servomotor Systems  The Zero-Max line of Servo Class® couplings includes single disc SD and double disc SC models. Both styles are designed to meet the precision positioning requirements and high reverse-load characteristics required of today's servomotor applications.
These Zero-Max Servo Class couplings provide system designers with features that enhance system performance. SD models provide a small package with high torsional and axial stiffness. SC models provide high parallel and axial misalignment capability. Both models have zero backlash, low inertia with a greater coupling torsional stiffness operating range to avoid system resonance in most applications.
Designed to handle the drive and resolution characteristics of servomotors such as AC, DC, or Stepper and AC synchronous, these couplings have flexible metal stainless discs and keyless clamp-style mounting hubs. Both single and double disc styles require no maintenance and are quick and easy to install.
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Zero-Max Offers Stainless Steel CD® Couplings That Are Ideal For Corrosive Environments and Washdown Applications  Zero-Max CD® couplings in single flex stainless steel models are ideal for use in systems where frequent washdowns are required or harsh environments could corrode the coupling components.Made of 300 series stainless in sizes 30 to 52, these new stainless steel CD couplings are ideal for food, dairy and clean room applications. Designed with stainless steel clamp style or keyway style hubs, these couplings feature the unique, patented composite disc design of the original CD coupling, which has become a world-wide favorite of designers faced with system backlash and misalignment issues. Through the disc’s open arm design made of rugged composite material, the stainless steel CD coupling reacts to coupling forces with high torsional stiffness, and with ability to lessen reaction loa... ...More >> Zero-Max CD® Couplings with Aluminum Hubs have Low Weight and Low Inertia -- Ideal for Servo Motor Applications  Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Brochure Or CD ROM With Sizing Software Included Zero-Max CD® couplings with aluminum hubs have low weight and low inertia making them an excellent choice for servo motor and other precision motion control applications. Available in single and double disc pack models, these couplings have high torsional stiffness and zero-backlash. These aluminum hub CD couplings provide the same torque as the steel hub versions along with a 15 to 20% increase in the couplings’ RPM rating for most models. Both single and double disc pack models combine the best features found in steel disc and elastomeric couplings through the use of a patented open arm disc design made of rugged composite material. This unique design provides the high misalignment capacity found in ... ...More >> Zero-Max's New Model 1100 Overhung Load Adapter Provides Load Support In Hydraulic Motors And Pumps - FREE Product Brochure  A new, heavy duty Model 1100 Overhung Load Adapter (OHLA®) has been introduced by Zero-Max for SAE “D” pump and motor applications requiring reliable load support.Designed to eliminate premature hydraulic motor or pump bearing failure due to overhung radial and/or axial loads on motors or pump shafts, the Model 1100 OHLA provides a solid, permanent mounting surface while sealing out dirt and contamination in harsh environments. Featuring heavy-duty, tapered roller bearings, the Model 1100 has a rugged housing made of cast iron and a shaft of 130,000 PSI stress-proof steel. It is designed for SAE “D” mount motor and pump applications operating at speeds up to 3,500 rpm with proper lubrication. Standard input bores include: 1-3/4 inch keyed or 13 tooth 8/16 spline. Output shaft keyed ... ...More >> Washdown Products -Stainless Steel CD Couplings- Get Brochure/CD ROM Sizing S/W  Zero-Max now offers its CD couplings in a single flex stainless steel model made of 300 series stainless in sizes 30 to 52 with standard product delivery and at very competitive prices. The new stainless steel CD coupling is ideal for food, dairy and clean room applications and where frequent washdowns are required or harsh environments could corrode the coupling components. ...More >> Zero-Max Servo Class Couplings Available In Miniature Sizes – Single And Double Disc Models Available For Servomotor Systems  Zero-Max has expanded its line of Servo Class couplings to include a new smaller 16 mm diameter size with operating torques of 4.43 in-lb. in both single SD and double disc SC models. Called the SD005 or SC005, this coupling is designed for use in miniature servo applications. Designed to handle the drive and resolution characteristics of servomotors such as AC, DC, or Stepper and AC synchronous.Servo Class couplings feature zero-backlash, flexible metal stainless discs and keyless clamp-style mounting hubs. They offer high torsional stiffness with low inertia to avoid system resonance. The single disc SD005 design provides a smaller package with greater torsional and axial stiffness than the double disc SC005 design that will allow for small amounts of parallel misalignment. Both r... ...More >> Zero-Max's New Model CD® Coupling Accommodates Many Bore Sizes - Free Product Brochure  Zero-Max CD® Couplings have increased versatility using the new QD hub and bushing model. With this new design, one size CD coupling can accommodate a large range of QD bushing bore sizes, making ordering, delivery and installation fast and easy.Available in Single Flex models which provide misalignment up to 3° angular, 0.025” parallel and 0.160” axial, as well as Double Flex models providing misalignment up to 3° angular, 0.089” parallel and 0.32” axial. The QD hubs are precision machined steel and are featured in the CD Coupling Single and Double Flex models from sizes 37 through 77. Standard QD bushings in either inch or metric bores are then mounted onto the QD hubs to complete the package. All coupling models feature a unique open arm disc pack design made of rugged compo... ...More >> Zero-Max Roh’lix® Linear Actuators Convert Rotary Motion Into Precise Linear Motion - Ideal For Positioning Operations In All Types Of Machinery - Request a Free Brochure  Roh’lix® linear actuators from Zero-Max convert rotary motion to linear travel and carry loads at speeds up to 70 inches per second depending on size. They are ideal for positioning operations in all types of machinery and are a less costly alternative to ball screws.Designed to handle thrust rated between 5 and 200 lbs., loads can be easily attached to the Roh’lix carrier block using two cap screws. The Roh’lix thrust capacity is adjustable so that the system will disengage if the preset thrust is exceeded, providing overload protection if an obstruction is encountered in the system. Roh’lix linear actuators consist of three precision ball bearings (which are replaceable) at each end of a two-piece aluminum carrier block. Mounted at an angle to the drive axis, the six bearings conv... ...More >> Zero-Max's New CD® Coupling Sizing & Selection Software has 3D CAD Models - Available for Free Online Use or on a Free CD-ROM  Motion system designers will find Zero-Max Coupling Sizing and Selection Software for its CD® coupling models an easy way to incorporate the correct coupling into their system design.Now containing 3D CAD models, this new Zero-Max software provides the ideal component recommendation for a given set of operating requirements. Software users are guided through a few easy steps at their computer to select the right Zero-Max CD coupling. They enter coupling RPM needed, peak torque, angular, axial and parallel misalignment, service factor and the shaft sizes. The program then gives the recommended coupling model in the appropriate size, showing all operating parameters for that particular coupling. Data such as torsional and axial stiffness, moment of inertia, maximum speed, operating ... ...More >> ZERO-MAX's New Drives Brochure Published – Right Angle, Adjustable Speed Drives and Linear Actuators Featured - Request a FREE Copy  A new Zero-Max catalog of Right Angle Gear Drives, Adjustable Speed Drives and Linear Actuators has been published. The brochure has been expanded to include new application photos and data for each of the products.Zero-Max Adjustable Speed Drives Provide Infinitely Adjustable Speed Control From 0 To 400 RPM A proven method for changing operating speeds, Zero-Max Adjustable Speed Drives eliminate the need for expensive AC/DC drives or variable pitch belt drives. They provide speed control for inputs from 1/4 to 1-1/2 HP applications with output torque ratings from 12 through 300 in-lbs. They accept input speeds from 0 – 2000 rpm, allowing output speed changes to be made quickly and easily, whether the machine is running or idle. Applications include air seeders (adjust seeding ra... ...More >> ZERO_MAX has New Inch Bore Sizes Available For Stainless Steel ETP Express Keyless Shaft Locking Bushings – Contain FDA Approved Food Grade Medium - Request Product Brochure  FREE Brochure - Call 1-800-533-1731, Outside US and Canada, call 763-546-4300 ETP Stainless Steel shaft locking bushings from Zero-Max are now available in new 5/8, 3/4, 1, 1-1/4, 1-1/2 inch and 60 mm sizes in addition to those previously offered. The expanded size range gives system designers more choices for using these keyless devices to lock into position gears, pulleys, sprockets and other components in a mechanical system. These stainless steel ETP Express Bushings are ideal for use in food, beverage and dairy processing equipment, particularly in systems requiring frequent washdowns. They contain an FDA approved food grade actuating medium, are completely sealed and have clean lines that resist debris collection. They are easily cleaned, won’t corrode, require no maintenance ... ...More >> ZERO-MAX Control-Flex® Couplings Provide Shaft Misalignment Capability With Less Side Loading On Shaft Bearings And Seals - Free 20 Page Coupling Brochure  Zero-Max Control-Flex® Couplings feature a unique parallel linkage flexible disc design that provides parallel, angular, and axial misalignment capability. This design feature provides higher torque rigidity and maintains constant transmission of torque and angular velocity in a system.Control-Flex Couplings provide another coupling option for the high performance requirements of today’s power transmission systems. The Control Flex provides higher torsional stiffness than elastomeric couplings. It provides electrical isolation of system components, which is ideal for encoder applications. It has lower inertia, requiring less power to operate. It has no maintenance or lubrication requirements. Control-Flex couplings are available in a clamp style hub design or setscrew hub design. T... ...More >> ZERO-MAX CD® Coupling Sizing & Selection Software  Motion system designers will find Zero-Max Coupling Sizing and Selection Software for its CD® coupling models an easy way to incorporate the correct coupling into their system design.Now containing 3D CAD models, this new Zero-Max software provides the ideal component recommendation for a given set of operating requirements. Software users are guided through a few easy steps at their computer to select the right Zero-Max CD coupling. They enter coupling RPM needed, peak torque, angular, axial and parallel misalignment, service factor and the shaft sizes. The program then gives the recommended coupling model in the appropriate size, showing all operating parameters for that particular coupling. Data such as torsional and axial stiffness, moment of inertia, maximum speed, operating t... ...More >> ZERO-MAX Servo Class® Couplings Available In Two Styles in Single and Double Disc Models and Nine Sizes - They Handle Torque Ratings from 4.43 to 885 in. lbs. - Free Brochure  The Zero-Max expanded line of Servo Class® couplings in single flex disc SD and double flex disc SC models are designed to handle the precision positioning requirements and high reverse-load characteristics common to many 24/7 servomotor applications.Featuring zero-backlash, torsionally stiff, 304 stainless steel disc packs and keyless clamp-style mounting hubs, Servo Class couplings provide high torsional stiffness with low inertia to avoid system resonance. Servo class couplings are available in single and double disc versions. The single disc models provide higher torsional and axial stiffness in a small package. The double disc models provide greater misalignment capability with some parallel misalignment. Both are available in nine sizes and handle torque ratings from 4.43 to 8... ...More >> ZERO-MAX's New OHLA® Overhung Load Adaptor Brochure is Published - Contains Helpful Lubrication Information For Most Applications - FREE Copy  Zero-Max Overhung Load Adaptors (OHLA®) provide load support to prevent bearing wear to motors and pumps. They’re featured in a new brochure, which contains expanded lubrication information for the full range of 10 OHLA sizes.Designed to eliminate premature hydraulic motor or pump bearing failure due to overhung axial and radial loads on motors or pump shafts, OHLA’s provide a solid, permanent mounting surface while sealing out dirt and contamination in harsh environments. The new brochure describes and pictures the OHLA product line from the smallest model 200 SAE "A" mount to the largest model 1500 SAE "F" mount. The brochure includes photos of typical applications from diesel engine power take off applications to heavy duty timber processing, construction, forestry and recycling ... ...More >> ZERO-MAX RohLix Linear Actuators Convert Rotary Motion into Precise Linear Motion
 They Have Thrust Rating To 200 Lbs. with Overload Protection Roh’lix® linear actuators from Zero-Max convert rotary motion to linear motion and carry loads at speeds up to 70 inches per second depending on size. Designed to handle thrust rated between 5 and 200 lbs., loads can be easily attached to the Roh’lix carrier block using two cap screws. ...More >> ZERO-MAX has New Miniature Servo Class Couplings Available In Single And Double Disc Versions For Servomotor Systems - FREE Brochure or CD ROM with Sizing Software  Zero-Max has expanded its line of Servo Class couplings to include a new smaller 16 mm diameter size with operating torques of 4.43 in-lb. in both single SD and double disc SC models. Called the SD005 or SC005, this coupling is designed for use in miniature servo applications. Designed to handle the drive and resolution characteristics of servomotors such as AC, DC, or Stepper and AC synchronous.Servo Class couplings feature zero-backlash, flexible metal stainless discs and keyless clamp-style mounting hubs. They offer high torsional stiffness with low inertia to avoid system resonance. The single disc SD005 design provides a smaller package with greater torsional and axial stiffness than the double disc SC005 design that will allow for small amounts of parallel misalignment. Both r... ...More >> ZERO MAX INC has Sizing and Selection Software Product Catalogs
 The Zero Max Motion Control Product line includes:Servo Class™ Couplings CD® Composite Disc Couplings Schmidt Couplings Torq-Tender® Couplings Zero-Max Drives ETP® Bushings Crown Gear Drives Roh'lix® Linear Actuators Zero-Max has been an industry leading manufacturer of power transmission components for over 50 years. By being responsive to customer's needs with innovative design and exceptional service, Zero-Max has grown into a worldwide solution provider. Contact Zero-Max for product information, application assistance or the New CD Coupling Metric Sizing Software. ... ...More >> ZERO-MAX Couplings Help Slightly Misaligned Shafts, Provide Angular Misalignment of up to 1 Degree w/Max Parallel Misalignment /.010 Inch  The Zero-Max line of Schmidt Flexible Couplings is designed with zero backlash. These couplings are available in different center disc configurations and stiffnesses for adaptation to various drive conditions.Ideal for use in printing machines, packaging systems, pumps and collators, Schmidt Flexible Couplings provide precision for slightly misaligned shafts. The couplings employ precision sintered parts for the hubs, which are connected to the shafts. The molded flexible disc member is preloaded on the precision shafts of the end disc, which gives the coupling a "zero" backlash condition. The couplings provide angular misalignment up to 1 degree with maximum parallel misalignment to .010 inch depending on the model. These Flexible Couplings are lightweight with very low inertias. D... ...More >> ZERO-MAX Couplings Isolate Components From Electric and Heat - Request a FREE Zero-Max Product Brochure or CD ROM with Sizing Software  CD Coupling disc links are made of highly durable composite disc material (3M Scotchply®) which is non-conductive to electrical charges (volume resistance 4.9 x 107 ohms at 109 V DC) and insulating to temperature extremes (-70° to +250°F). The CD Coupling’s composite disk material dampens vibration and its open arm design provides excellent fatigue properties. It will not corrode under most operating conditions, reduces unwanted movement and eliminates fretting corrosion between discs, a problem with steel disc couplings. Additional design features of the CD Coupling include: zero-backlash, 3° angular misalignment, low inertia-high torsional stiffness, maintenance free – long life design with no metal fretting of disc components. Easy to install, the CD Coupling is av... ...More >> |
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Zero-Max “Crown” Gear drives provide directional motion change in all types of power transmission systems. Quiet operating, these right angle gear drives are compact and sealed from contaminants. They feature high quality class 10 spiral bevel gears and non-magnetic stainless steel shafts. 
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Plymouth, Minnesota: Zero-Max Floating Shaft CD® Couplings provide system designers with a torsionally stiff, no backlash option for connecting long distances between shaft ends. Providing superior misalignment capacity, Floating Shaft CD Couplings can often be a zero-backlash alternative to Cardan Shafts. The unique flex element made of composite material makes it possible to have zero-backlash, high torsional stiffness and very low bearing loads all at the same time. This is because the composite material is designed to be flexible in one plane and stiff in another plane. Composite material is not prone to fatigue and will perform much longer than stainless steel.
New Schmidt 5D Couplings from Zero-Max are the ideal coupling choice for applications requiring large axial, angular and parallel shaft misalignments. This “all-in-one” coupling design will handle all shaft displacements providing low backlash for precision high torque applications such as roll forming and similar heavy duty fabricating equipment.
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