Schmidt Kupplung
Schmidt-Kupplung GmbH is a German manufacturer of precision shaft couplings, specializing in compact, torsionally-stiff designs that compensate for large radial shaft misalignment.
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Schmidt-Kupplung GmbH, established in 1965 in Niedersachsen, Germany, pioneered the Schmidt coupling design with their patent granted in February 1967. The company specializes in precision coupling systems that enable constant-velocity torque transmission between radially offset shafts without inducing side loads during operation.
The Schmidt coupling design consists of three discs rotating in unison, interconnected by links with bearing-mounted connections spaced 120 degrees apart. This unique architecture maintains constant angular velocity between input and output shafts regardless of changes in radial displacement, with torque transmission capabilities ranging from 35 Nm to 6610 Nm.
- High-precision encoder couplings with low bearing stress
- Servo couplings optimized for dynamic positioning applications
- Compact all-metal couplings for extreme misalignment compensation
- Axially stiff couplings for precise linear drives
- Custom engineering solutions for test benches and machinery
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Schmidt coupling used for?
- Schmidt couplings are designed to accommodate large radial displacement between two shafts while maintaining constant angular velocity, ideal for applications with parallel shaft offset.
- What torque range can Schmidt couplings handle?
- Schmidt-Kupplung precision couplings can transmit torque ranging from 35 Nm to 6610 Nm depending on the model and configuration.
- How does a Schmidt coupling maintain constant velocity?
- The three-disc design with bearing-mounted links spaced 120 degrees apart ensures that all discs rotate at equal velocity regardless of radial offset changes.
- What industries use Schmidt couplings?
- Schmidt couplings are used in test bench equipment, servo drives, encoder systems, and any application requiring high torque transmission with significant shaft misalignment.
