Selection Guide

Coupling Misalignment Compensation

A core value of couplings is compensating shaft misalignment — understanding the three types is the prerequisite to selection.

Three misalignment types

Angular: the two shafts meet at an angle; parallel (radial): shafts are parallel but not coaxial; axial: the end-face distance varies. In practice all three often coexist.

Compensation comparison

Single diaphragm suits well-aligned setups (angular ≤1°, parallel ≤0.9 mm); long diaphragm compensates more (angular 0.12–0.6°, parallel to 1.3 mm); jaw parallel to 1.0 mm.

Consequences of under-compensation

Exceeding limits causes early diaphragm or spider fatigue, extra radial load on bearings, more vibration, and shorter life. Align shafts as closely as possible.

A core value of couplings is compensating shaft misalignment — understanding the three types is the prerequisite to selection.

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Ordering & delivery

Minimum order
1 pc
Lead time
3 days in stock · 15 days custom
Warranty
6 months
Payment50% deposit, balance before shipment
Bank transferCompany-to-company only, no personal accounts
PackagingCarton, or pallet with wooden case by quantity
CertificationISO 9001

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