Heavy & Medium Duty Cardan Shaft Collection

Discover ST Cardan Shaft Heavy & Medium Duty colletion, covering flange diameters 160–220 mm and torque range 21–1,250 kNm. Standard types A–E with flexible customization.

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FAQs About Heavy & Medium Duty Driveshafts

What applications are heavy and medium duty cardan shafts for?

These shafts are suitable for high-torque, heavy-impact industrial applications, including paper machines, marine transmissions, presses, mixers, crane drives, and rolling mills.

What torque and flange sizes are offered?

ST Cardan Shaft Heavy & Medium Duty series cover torque from 21 kNm to 1,250 kNm and flange diameters from 160 to 220 mm.

Are customization options available?

Absolutely. Standard types A–E are offered, with flexible customization to meet different machinery requirements.

How is the service factor determined for heavy and medium duty shafts?

Service factor depends on shock load level:
● Heavy shock load: 2–3
● Extra heavy shock load: 3–5
● Extreme shock load: 6–15
Selecting the right factor ensures safe and durable operation.

How do I decide between medium and heavy duty shafts?

If your equipment experiences moderate torque and occasional shocks, medium duty is suitable. For constant high torque or extreme shocks, choose heavy duty.

Can these shafts be used in vehicles?

Absolutely, especially in industrial vehicles or marine applications where high torque and heavy-duty performance are required.

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