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Flexible coupling can be used to test power train before assembly

Centa Transmissions has launched a flexible coupling specifically designed for testing within systems before they are installed or constructed.

22/03/2015 10:23:33

‘Centawave’ is a torsionally stiff and homokinetic link coupling that facilitates for angular misalignments of up to 12 degrees and torque from 3 to 20,000kNm. Michael Sykes, manager of both Centa’s Gear and Renewables divisions and head of special projects explains:

“Centawave will primarily be used to test wind turbine drives and offshore renewable products. It will also be extremely suitable for many test rig applications, ranging from petrol/diesel engines through to marine gearboxes and anything in between.

“Manufacturers will build a complete wind turbine and then test to see if it works or not. If it doesn’t, it has to be stripped back and rebuilt which costs both time and money.

“By using our new Centawave coupling, any component, sub-assembly or full assembly can be tested before final assembly to ensure the wind turbine will function first time, every time, giving manufacturers increased versatility during the build process and, ultimately, complete peace of mind.”

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