Apex Universal Joint Catalog - Tecno Italia s.r.l
Apex Universal Joint Catalog - Tecno Italia s.r.l
Apex Universal Joint Catalog - Tecno Italia s.r.l
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<strong>Apex</strong> Cornay <strong>Universal</strong> <strong>Joint</strong>s<br />
This revolutionary design expands<br />
every performance parameter<br />
for universal joints.<br />
The patented <strong>Apex</strong> Cornay <strong>Universal</strong> <strong>Joint</strong> represents one<br />
of the most significant improvements in overall<br />
performance since the invention of the universal joint.<br />
With its compact, balanced design, higher torsional<br />
rigidity, greater resistance to deflection and superior<br />
lubrication, this new generation of universal joints can<br />
stretch the capabilities of hundreds of transportation and<br />
industrial power transmission systems.<br />
After 700 years on the job, it’s time<br />
to give those old joints a rest.<br />
The cardan-style universal joint (conceived in the late<br />
thirteenth century) has been the workhorse universal<br />
coupling for so long, its drawbacks are often overlooked.<br />
The fact is, a traditional U-joint’s angle range is severely<br />
limited. As its working angle goes up, its torque capacity,<br />
speed capability and reliability decrease dramatically.<br />
Vibration is sometimes a problem. And failure due to<br />
inadequate lubrication is all too common.<br />
Traditional constant velocity joints have their problems<br />
too. Like the cardan U-joint, their angle range is also<br />
limited. Inherent complexity makes them expensive. And<br />
when their protective boots fail, lost lubricant means that a<br />
breakdown is right around the corner.<br />
Experience a smooth transfer of power.<br />
The <strong>Apex</strong> Cornay <strong>Universal</strong> <strong>Joint</strong> design gives you major<br />
performance improvements in every area where traditional<br />
universal joints suffer weaknesses.<br />
■ The <strong>Apex</strong> Cornay joint is designed specifically for high<br />
speed, high torque, high angle applications that no<br />
existing joint could handle.<br />
■ Patented centering device allows the joint to work at a<br />
constant velocity.<br />
■ A double <strong>Apex</strong> Cornay joint can eliminate a gearbox in<br />
many applications due to its 98% efficiency at angles up<br />
to 90 degrees.<br />
■ Additionally, it handles high torque loads at high RPM,<br />
even at the most severe angles.<br />
■ Vibrations are decreased up to 65%, thanks to<br />
concentrated mass and the balance of its concentric<br />
design.<br />
■ It dramatically increases longevity and reliability. A<br />
unique channeled ring-type bearing housing maintains a<br />
constant supply of lubricant to all bearing surfaces and is<br />
completely purgeable. The result is the first universal joint<br />
that is truly maintenance free for life in many applications.<br />
Internal trunnion<br />
Ring-type bearing<br />
housing<br />
Internal coupling<br />
member<br />
Internally<br />
sealed<br />
bearings<br />
Patented<br />
lubrication<br />
system<br />
Coupling yoke<br />
End configuration<br />
machined to suit<br />
application<br />
The <strong>Apex</strong> Cornay joint is currently available in two<br />
standard sizes, 60mm and 90mm outside diameters.<br />
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