INTRODUCTION

A coupling is a device used to connect two shafts together at their ends for the purpose of transmitting
power. Couplings do not normally allow disconnection of shafts during operation, however there
are torque limiting couplings which can slip or disconnect when some torque limit is exceeded. The
primary purpose of couplings is to join two pieces of rotating equipment while permitting some degree of
misalignment or end movement or both. By careful selection, installation and maintenance of couplings,
substantial savings can be made in reduced maintenance costs and downtime.

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 USES

Shaft couplings are used in machinery for several purposes. The most common of which are the
following.

To provide for the connection of shafts of units that are manufactured separately such as a
motor and generator and to provide for disconnection for repairs or alterations.
To provide for misalignment of the shafts or to introduce mechanical flexibility.
To reduce the transmission of shock loads from one shaft to another.
To introduce protection against overloads.
To alter the vibration characteristics of rotating units.
To connect driving and the driven part

OBJECTIVE

To determine the appropiate size of coupling

To identify the correct installation of the coupling

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 PROCEDURE OF COUPLING INSTALLATION

STEP 1 Prior to the installation, check whether the motor driving the part or components is locked out
in such a manner that it cannot be started by anyone, however remote from the area.

STEP 2 Inspect all coupling components and remove protective coating or lubricants bores, control of
surfaces and fasteners.

The type of coupling are taken as below :

TYPE CONSTRUCTION AVAILABLE JE / EPDM

TYPICAL USE GENERAL
PURPOSE
SIZE 6
TEMPERATURE + 275
- 30

STEP 3 One coupling flange has been slides onto each prepared shaft using key stock.

STEP 4 The flange on the shafts to achieve the approximate "Y" dimension (distance between flanges).

And then tight one flange in position and slide the other flange sufficient distance back to install
sleeve

Dimension Y with caliper value Y = 2.43 inchies

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STEP 5 Check parallel alignment by placing a straight edge across the two coupling flanges and
measuring the maximum offset.

Refer to table for check maximum allowed offset of parallel alignment.

The measurement are taken as below :

POINT VALUE OF EACH FILLER GAUGE CALCULATION

0.030
0.025
0.020
0.015
= 0.131 mm x 25.4
1st Point (0) 0.012
= 3.3274 inch
0.010
0.008
0.006
0.005
0.030
0.025
= 0.114 mm x 25.4
2nd Point () 0.020
= 2.8956 inch
0.015
0.010

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 0.008
0.006
0.030
0.025
0.020
= 1.06 mm x 25.4
3rd Point (180) 0.015
= 2.6924 inch
0.012
0.010
0.008
0.030
0.025
0.020
= 1.06 mm x 25.4
4th Point (270) 0.015
= 3.048 inch
0.012
0.010
0.008

STEP 6 Check angular alignment with a micrometer, vernier caliper.

One flange to the outside of the other at intervals around the periphery of the coupling.

Refer to table for maximum allowed offset of angular alignment.

Angular alignment checked with a caliper.

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 Angular Alignment

1st Point (0) 2.43 inch

2nd Point () 2.43 inch
3rd Point (180) 2.50 inch
4th Point (270) 2.50 inch

Allow Offset Of Angular Alignment

1st Point (0) 2.43 inch - 2.375 = 0.055 inch

2nd Point () 2.43 inch - 2.375 = 0.055 inch
3rd Point (180) 2.50 inch - 2.375 = 0.125 inch