Couplings and Mechanical Soft Starts: Catalog
Couplings and Mechanical Soft Starts: Catalog
41 Modifications/Accessories
42 Engineering Section
45 IEC Quick Selection Tables
49 Part number index
Dodge D-Flex
couplings
Three-way flexing action handles shock, vibration, and Type SC coupling
misalignment Dynamically balanced to AGMA Class 9 Standards,
The Dodge D-Flex™ coupling features molded, non- the Type SC spacer coupling accommodates a
lubricated, interchangeable elastomeric sleeves of wide range of shaft spacing. It features a drop-out
EPDM, Neoprene, or Hytrel. Its three-way flexing action center assembly for easy equipment maintenance.
accommodates torsional, angular, and parallel misalignment, Additionally, shaft hubs include hub flats for ease of
as well as axial end float. alignment during installation, and are available in either
rough stock bore or clearance fit finished bore.
Type S coupling
The Type S coupling features high strength cast-iron flanges, Pump drive package
that are bored to size for a clearance fit, and balanced to The Dodge D-Flex coupling is very popular in pumping
AGMA Class 9 Standards, resulting in smooth operation for applications due to the five-piece spacer design’s ease
pumping applications. With one setscrew over the keyway of installation and change out. ABB, Baldor Electric,
and the other at 65°, D-Flex S flanges provide optimum and Dodge can package together the controls, drives,
shaft attachment. Type S couplings are offered with EPDM, motors, and couplings needed for common pumping
Neoprene, or Hytrel sleeves. applications.
Static conductive
The Dodge Para-Flex natural rubber element is static
conductive which provides an insurance policy for
customers’ equipment. The static conductivity allows
current to safely pass from an ungrounded system
component to a grounded system component. Allowing
current to safely pass through the natural rubber element
prevents the possibility of arcing during operation.
Dodge Grid-Lign
couplings Dodge Grid-Lign
coupling
D
Am
D2
6,5
is overland conveyors or underground mines, the high torque
ratings allow for customers to specify a Grid-Lign coupling in
the largest conveyor applications.
Dodge S-series
Grid-Lign coupling
Driven hub C Driving hub
E
Item Designation
L 1 Grid
2 Hub
3 Cover
F & F1: Clearance for grid spring assembly and removal 4 Bolts & screws
Am: Maximum permissible bore corresponding to the hub dimensions which may be increased if it is required.
Dodge Grid-Lign
couplings
System package design
Dodge Grid-Lign couplings are commonly used in conveyor,
pump, and fan applications across a variety of industries
including mining, aggregate, power generation, oil & gas, steel,
and pulp & paper.
Figure 2
Baldor•Reliance and Dodge engineered system package
Dodge Disc
couplings
Engineered for longer life, improved reliability
The Dodge Disc coupling offers industry leading
torque capacity and misalignment capability
resulting in longer life and improved reliability. Disc
couplings have become the preferred design for
pumping and compressor applications used in the
oil and gas industry due to the high torque, speed,
misalignment, and maintenance-free features. The
advantages of the disc style coupling have also
driven the API 610 specification, which can be met
by all Dodge Disc couplings. In addition to the high
torque and misalignment capabilities, the Dodge
Disc coupling also provides features for customers
to save money by downsizing with a large hub
option, and prevent unexpected downtime costs
with strobe light inspection during operation.
and long life. Now oil and gas users can realize the
same reliability and long life by packaging Dodge
Disc couplings, ABB or Baldor•Reliance motors,
and ABB drives, into one complete pump driver
system.
Coupling style Size Max torque* RPM* Max speed* Max bore capability capability capability
range (Angular) (Parallel) (End-Float)
N-m In-lbs kW/100 HP/100 mm Inch mm Inch mm Inch
Disc (Standard) 94-310 20,000 177,000 209 280 9,100/22,700** 200 7.88 1° - 1.5° 2.714 0.107 5.70 0.224
Disc
333-702 259,000 2,292,000 2712 3636 1,360/3,400** 385 15.25 0.5° - 1° N/A N/A 7.60 0.299
(Made-to-Order)
*Listed values represent the range of the entire product line. Ratings listed are the maximum ratings for the largest coupling size. Ratings are dependent upon coupling size.
See Dodge engineering catalog and appropriate selection methods during sizing or contact application engineering for assistance.
**Balanced
Note (1): Anti-corrosive options including Black Oxide, Electroless Nickel, and Stainless Steel are available upon request.
Note (2): Anti-sparking options available upon request.
Dodge Disc
couplings
Competitor disc geometry
Many disc coupling competitors utilize the disc geometry seen below which features a scalloped outside diameter and
circular inside diameter. As seen in Figure 3, this single scalloped design unevenly distributes material along the “axis
of bolt center”, which negatively impacts the torque ratings and the misalignment capability of the disc. Figure 3 shows
large peak stress areas (shown in red) are created around the bolt holes and along the outside diameter of each leg
between bolts, resulting in lower torque ratings. Additionally, the uneven distribution of material along the “axis of bolt
center” drastically reduces misalignment capability during operation.
Figure 3
Competitor disc geometry - single scalloped design
Low
Figure 4
Dodge disc geometry - dual scalloped design
Low
Dodge Gear
couplings
The most power-dense coupling Dodge offers Largest bore capacity in industry
Engineered for improved operation, the Dodge gear coupling In most sizes, the Dodge Gear coupling also offers the largest
is manufactured with high-quality forged steel for longer bore capacity in the industry. It’s well suited for reversing
service life, and features high torque capability for efficient applications and can be combined with any Dodge speed
downsizing. reducer to achieve a tailored package for maximum results.
Dodge Moment
couplings
Dodge Moment couplings are specifically designed
to make the rigid connection between the output
shaft of a gearbox and head pulley. Highly
engineered to meet the most rigorous application
requirements, these couplings are capable of
handling both the required application torque and
the bending moment forces of the suspended
weight of a drive package, including the gearbox,
motor, high-speed coupling, and swing base.
This design allows for an alignment-free drive by
eliminating the time consuming process of aligning
the gearbox assembly to the head pulley shaft. Dodge Moment coupling
The male and female hubs are manufactured from
4140 alloy steel and are assembled with Grade 8
bolts.
Dodge Fluid
couplings
Dodge Fluid coupling operation Package system solutions
Dodge Fluid couplings are fixed fill mechanical soft start Dodge Fluid couplings are most commonly used on remote
devices which utilize hydrokinetic energy to transmit torque location conveyor drive applications in the mining, aggregate,
via a system of impellers. The input impeller functions similar cement, and power generation industries where electronic
to a centrifugal pump and hydraulic turbine. When the input controls and drives are difficult to power, program, and
drive moves, it transmits kinetic energy to the oil which is maintain. The Dodge System-1 group provides the service
distributed in the housing and transmits torque by engaging of packaging Dodge Fluid couplings into a complete, single
the outer impeller. source conveyor drive system using Baldor Electric motors,
Dodge Magnagears, Dodge bearings, and Dodge conveyor
The Dodge Fluid coupling allows the driver to start under pulleys.
“no load”, resulting in a smooth start up and reduction
of amp draw from the motor. Since there is no physical
connection inside the housing, the Dodge Fluid coupling has
built-in overload protection and inherent torsional vibration
absorption. Additionally, load balancing is possible with the
use of asynchronous motors, instead of custom motors, since
the Fluid couplings automatically adjust to load speed.
Dodge KCM fluid coupling Dodge KCP fluid coupling Dodge KSD fluid coupling
Selection by
kW/100 method
Step 3: From Rating Tables, find a rating equal to or greater than the kW/100 RPM
Step 5: Check maximum bore capacity. If maximum bore is exceeded, move to larger size with
adequate bore, but be sure maximum RPM of coupling is not exceeded.
Selection by
torque method
Step 3: From Rating Tables, find a rating equal to or greater than the Calculated torque.
Step 5: Check maximum bore capacity. If maximum bore is exceeded, move to larger size with
adequate bore, but be sure maximum RPM of coupling is not exceeded.
System service factor calculation ∆ The service factors listed are intended only as a general
To determine the system service factor, the driver service guide. Where substantial shock occurs or starting and
factor adder (Table 1A) must be added to the driven stopping is frequent as on some “inching“ drives and on
service factor. (Table 1) Example: Determine the system some reversing drives or where the power source is an
service factor for a Para-Flex coupling used to couple a internal combustion engine with less than four cylinders-
barking drum and a six-cylinder diesel engine. consult Dodge. Where torsional vibrations occur as in, for
example, internal combustion engine or reciprocating
Driven S.F. + Driver S.F. Adder = System S.F. compressor or pump applications, check the coupling
2.5 +.5 = 3.0 stiffness for the possible development of damaging large
amplitude vibrations. A complete system torsional
analysis may be necessary.
** Add 0.5 to factor if without flywheel
Consult Dodge for selection assistance
Table 1A-Driver service factor adders
Electric Reciprocating engine number of cylinders
Coupling
motor std. High torque motors Turbines
type 12 or more 8 to 11 6 to 7 4 to 5 Less than 4
torque
Para-Flex 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.50 0.50 0.50
Metallic 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.50 0.50 1.00
If SF< 1.25 add 0.25 If SF<1.5 subtract 0.25 If SF< 1.25 add 0.25
D-Flex 0.00
If SF> 1.25 add 0.5 If SF> 1.5 subtract 0.5 If SF> 1.25 add 0.5
Note: Selection program “Couple“ available on www.ptwizard.com
A
A
D D
C
D D
E
C
E
Type 1 Type 2
B
D D
B B
A A
D D D D
E E
K B K
B J J
D D
A
D D Type H-H Type F-F
E
A Type F
Type H
E 1-9/32
Type HF
Type HF
PX280 & 320 only
C A
To remove X
sleeve
D
Disc couplings
Max. bore (mm) Torque Max RPM Axial Angular
Weight Inertia(6)
Coupling size Standard hub Large hub Nominal Peak Standard Balanced misalignment misalignment
kW/100 (kg) (5)
(kg-m2)
(mm) (mm) (N-m) (N-m) (1) (2)
(mm) (3)
(mm) (4)
Dimensions
Coupling A B C
DPW
size (mm) (mm) (mm)
94 93.98 39.88 59.94 7.49
115 115.06 49.97 72.90 8.41
139 138.94 59.88 95.00 8.41
165 165.10 70.04 112.01 11.20
193 193.00 80.00 134.00 14.00
210 210.06 89.90 144.02 15.49
236 235.97 100.06 160.02 17.50
263 262.89 115.05 175.01 20.50
286 286.00 124.96 195.07 21.21
310 309.88 134.87 213.36 24.21
Notes:
(1) Coupling operational speed must be equal to or less than the allowable speed that is limited by the weight and critical speed of the spacer.
(2) Standard Dodge Disc couplings will meet the maximum speed listed in the “Standard” column.
Speed capabilities listed in the “Balanced” column require special balancing by Dodge.
(3) Axial misalignment for two disc packs.
(4) Angular misalignment for one disc pack
(5) Weight of complete coupling at maximum bores.
(6) Inertia values are based on standard BSE and maximum bores.
couplings B2 B3
D D E2 E3
E1
G
(Standard design) (One hub reversed design) (Both hubs reversed design)
B1 B2 B3
D D
E1 E2 E3
G
Gear couplings
Min. Max. bore Max.
Coupling (mm) Torque(1) Max. Mass Dimensions (mm) Inertia(5)
bore kW/100 (1) parallel
size Flex Rigid (N-m) RPM (2)
(kg) (4)
(kg-m2)
(mm) hub hub offset(3) B1 B2 B3 C D E1 E2 E3 G
E
D D E
C C D D
A
F
B B
Type T10 Type T20
Sizes 1150T - 1200T
E
E D A D D
C D
G C
F Lube plugs
B B
Type T20 Type T10
Grid-Lign straight bore couplings
Dimensions (mm)
Coupling Max. bore Torque Max. RPM Mass (kg) (1) Inertia (2)
kW/100 A A
size (mm) (N-m) B C D E F G (kg m 2)
T10 T20 T10 T20 T10 T20
1020T 30 4.86 52 4500 6000 88 111 99 40 48 3 0 0 1.27 1.36 0.001
1030T 38 13.82 149 4500 6000 99 121 99 49 48 3 0 0 1.72 1.81 0.004
1040T 44 23.04 249 4500 6000 107 129 105 57 51 3 0 0 2.13 2.22 0.004
1050T 50 40.31 435 4500 6000 129 148 124 67 61 3 0 0 3.31 3.40 0.008
1060T 57 63.35 684 4350 6000 139 162 130 76 64 3 0 0 4.99 4.99 0.013
1070T 67 92.15 994 4125 5500 150 173 156 87 76 3 0 0 6.26 6.35 0.017
1080T 80 190 2051 3600 4750 176 200 181 105 89 3 0 0 11.39 11.61 0.043
1090T 95 346 3728 3600 4000 196 232 200 124 99 3 0 0 15.92 16.15 0.072
1100T 110 582 6276 2440 3250 251 267 246 142 122 5 0 0 28.39 28.67 0.156
1110T 120 864 9321 2250 3000 270 286 259 160 127 5 0 0 35.61 35.83 0.236
1120T 138 1267 13671 2025 2700 308 319 305 179 150 8 0 0 51.71 51.71 0.455
1130T 168 1843 19885 1800 2400 346 378 330 217 163 8 0 0 74.84 74.84 0.850
1140T 191 2649 28585 1650 2200 384 416 375 254 185 8 0 0 107.05 107.05 1.532
1150T 215 3686 39771 1500 2000 455 478 373 269 183 8 274 394 234.05 234.05 3.621
1160T 240 5183 55927 1350 1750 503 533 404 305 198 8 279 437 317.06 317.06 5.902
1170T 280 6911 74570 1225 1600 569 584 439 356 216 8 310 488 448.15 448.15 10.306
1180T 300 9581 103381 1110 1400 630 630 485 394 239 8 323 556 619.15 619.15 18.692
1190T 335 12670 136712 1050 1300 671 686 526 465 259 8 325 605 776.10 776.10 27.891
1200T 360 17278 186425 900 1100 762 737 566 498 279 8 356 663 1058.23 1058.23 46.268
(1) Weight of complete coupling at maximum bore (1020T - 1140T), maximum bore (1150T-1200T)
(2) Inertia of complete coupling at maximum bore (1020T - 1140T), maximum bore (1150T-1200T)
D D BSE
D D1
C C C1
A A
BSE
B B
Type T31 Type T35
Dimensions
Coupling A C C1 D D1 T31 BSE T35 BSE T31 Inertia (Lb. Ft.2)
size (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Min. Max. Min. Max. (3) (4)
1020T 86 52 40 35 48 88.90 203.20 45.21 102.36 0.003 0.000
1030T 94 59 49 41 48 88.90 215.90 45.21 108.71 0.005 0.000
1040T 113 79 57 54 51 88.90 215.90 45.21 108.71 0.009 0.000
1050T 125 87 67 60 60 111.25 215.90 56.39 108.71 0.021 0.001
1060T 145 103 76 73 64 127.00 330.20 64.26 165.86 0.037 0.001
1070T 152 109 87 80 76 127.00 330.20 64.26 165.86 0.052 0.002
1080T 178 122 105 89 89 184.15 406.40 92.96 203.96 0.105 0.004
1090T 210 143 124 102 99 184.15 406.40 92.96 203.96 0.211 0.008
1100T 251 170 142 90 122 203.20 406.40 99.82 201.42 — —
1110T 276 195 160 105 127 209.55 406.40 121.92 201.42 — —
1120T 319 225 179 121 150 246.13 406.40 146.81 194.31 — —
1130T 346 238 217 133 163 257.05 406.40 165.86 200.66 — —
1140T 386 267 254 152 185 266.70 406.40 187.96 200.66 — —
1150T 425 333 269 171 183 342.90 374.65 168.91 184.91 — —
1160T 457 365 305 191 198 342.90 406.40 168.91 200.66 — —
1170T 527 422 356 222 216 381.00 444.50 187.96 219.71 — —
1180T 591 451 394 254 239 400.05 490.47 197.61 242.82 — —
1190T 660 508 465 279 259 406.40 530.35 203.20 262.64 — —
1200T 711 530 498 308 279 444.50 571.50 223.52 283.21 — —
B B
D1
D
Am
D2
6.5
6.5
Complete Grid-Lign S-series coupling consists of: one grid, one cover and two hubs
Grid-Lign S-series coupling hubs
Coupling size
Bore (mm)
150 220 300 380 480
PARA-FLEX Torsional Stiffness D-FLEX Torsional Stiffness D-FLEX Spacer Bolt Torques(1)
Size Nm/degree (1) EPDM & Neoprene Size Number Torque (Nm)
Size Hytrel (Nm/radian) 5 4 5
PX40 14 (Nm/radian)
5 103 6 4 12
PX50 25
6 194 1130 7 4 12
PX60 47
7 313 2260 8 4 24
PX70 61
8 490 3390 9 4 42
PX80 99
9 777 5367 10 4 68
PX90 123
10 1241 11298 11 4 102
PX100 173
11 1955 14123 12 4 203
PX110 273
12 3107 25422 13 4 203
PX120 454
13 4898 41680 14 4 203
PX140 937
14 7771 67028 (1) All D-Flex Bolts are SAE Grade 8
PX160 1356
PX200 3277 16 20391
PX240 5423 * Values shown are for an ambient temperature of 75°F (24°C)
PX280 11072
PX320 17061
(1) Values are nominal and may vary
±20%. To convert static values to
approximate dynamic values, multiply
the static values by 1.2
3 0.254 1° 0.762 - - -
4 0.254 1° 0.762 - - -
5 0.381 1° 1.168 - - -
6 0.381 1° 1.524 0.254 1/4° 1.524
7 0.508 1° 1.524 0.305 1/4° 1.524
8 0.508 1° 2.438 0.381 1/4° 2.438
9 0.635 1° 2.438 0.432 1/4° 2.438
10 0.635 1° 3.175 0.508 1/4° 3.175
11 0.813 1° 3.175 0.559 1/4° 3.175
12 0.813 1° 3.175 0.635 1/4° 3.175
13 1.016 1° 3.175 0.762 1/4° 3.175
14 1.143 1° 3.175 0.889 1/4° 3.175
16 1.575 1° 3.175 - - -
(1) Values are for when 1/4 or more of the rated torque is transmitted, reduce values by 50% for lower torques
(2) Increase E dimension by this amount to accommodate end float
Temperature Range
Coupling Type °C
Para-Flex (1) -43 °C to 82 °C
EPDM -34 °C to 135 °C
D-Flex Neoprene -18 °C to 93 °C
Hytrel -54 °C to 121 °C
Grid-Lign -30 °C to 120 °C (2)
ISO Fits
Bore and Shaft Fits
Nominal Shaft Diameter (mm) Clearance (1) Transitional (2) Interference (3)
Shaft Fit Bore Fit Shaft Fit Bore Fit Shaft Fit Bore Fit
12 - 18 j6 F7 j6 H7 j6 M6
18 - 30 j6 F7 j6 H7 j6 M6
30 - 50 k6 F7 k6 H7 k6 K6
50 - 80 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 K7
80 - 100 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 M7
100 - 120 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 P7
120 - 180 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 P7
180 - 200 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 P7
200 - 225 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R7
225 - 250 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R7
250 - 280 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R7
280 - 315 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R7
315 - 355 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R7
355 - 400 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R8
400 - 450 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R8
450 - 500 m6 F7 m6 H7 m6 R8
(1) Clearance Fit per ISO/R775
(2) Transitional Fit per ISO/R775
(3) Interference Fit Per ISO/R775