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High-performance solutions to solve the most complex torque-transmission challenges

Since 1946, we have delivered thousands of COMELOR and Lufkin Gears couplings. This webpage reviews our two standard series (AFC and AFX), which have decades of proven service in all kinds of transmission applications around the world. We have the experience, knowledge, and specialized engineering expertise to develop a customized solution that meets any requirements you may have. Water Pump Coupling

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For AFC and AFX30 to AFX180 couplings, the basic speed is 1,000 rpm. For AFX200 to AFX650 couplings, the basic speed is 300 rpm. Coupling capability can be adjusted based on customer application speed.

As base configuration, our couplings are greased. In case of specific application involving higher rotation speed or specific customer request, we can propose different lubrication solutions including:

This series is designed for applications in every industry, with simple construction and all the essential qualities that characterize flexible gear couplings. Construction includes a centering ring that enables complete interchangeability of the flexible halves. Its dynamic characteristics (moment of inertia, weight and balancing possibility) make it ideal in high-speed applications.

With a high torque capacity for applications requiring extreme loads, this series is designed primarily for heavy industry such as steel, aluminum, copper, rubber, sugar. It differs from the AFC series by its removable sleeve covers. The AFX series enables connection to shafts of up to 900 mm diameter, and the weight of such large couplings can exceed 10 tons.

See Resources section below for downloadable PDF specifications tables for the AFC and AFX series.

Our customs coupling designs are all derived from the AFX and AFC standards. They all present specific capability developed to match the most challenging conditions and very specific power transmission requirements.

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