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Supplement to 3626-011000 en
ATTENTION!
Please be sure to read this manual prior to installation and commis-
sioning and keep it for further use!
Revision: 21APR10
Turbo Couplings with Disk Pack
(XP) Connection Couplings
Table of Contents
1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………... 3
2.1 Maximum operation speeds based on turbo coupling and disk pack hub type..3
2.2 Installation of motor and reducer (output side) coupling halves….……………. 4
2.3 Shaft alignment……………………………………………………………………….5
2.4 Installation of the fluid coupling……………………………………………………..6
3.1 Detection………………………………………………………………………………13
5. Spare Parts…………………………………………………………………………………….20
6. Alignment Bracket…………………………………………………………………….28,29,30
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1. Introduction
Voith disk pack mount style fluid couplings provide for a radially removable mount style
arrangement while at the same time providing a generous misalignment tolerance. This mount
style also reduces the overhung load on the reducer or driven shaft.
The disk pack couplings are designed to provide years of trouble free operation provided the
couplings are installed according to the attached instructions and periodic inspections are
implemented to assure the original installed conditions are maintained, (alignment and bolt
torque).
The four most important factors in achieving good service life on the disk pack mount style are:
1. Proper assembly i.e., thick washers and thin washers are in the proper locations as
shown in the illustrations that follow.
2. Input and output shafts are aligned within the tolerances listed in the tables that
follow.
3. The "gap" between the face of the motor side coupling half and the reducer (or
output) shaft coupling half is adjusted after assembly to eliminate "oil canning" of the
disk packs. The disk packs should not have a "wave" after final assembly and
alignment. A "wave" or deflection of the disks indicates misalignment or improper
"gap." The intermediate coupling half is provided with a Class 1 clearance fit and
two set screws to allow for adjustment of the axial position on the coupling stub
shaft.
4. The torque applied to the disk pack bolts is critical. The torque value for these bolts
is indicated in the tables. The pattern for tightening the bolts is also critical, tighten
bolts in a star pattern. Do not torque the bolts using an "around-the-clock" method or
a disk may be pre-stressed.
2.1 Maximum operation speeds based on turbo coupling and disk pack hub type.
TABLE 1
“Maximum Operation Speeds“
HUB TYPE 422 487 562 650 750 866 1000
RAISED BOSS 2200 rpm 2000 rpm 1800 rpm 1800 rpm 1800 rpm 1500 rpm 1250 rpm
FLAT FACE 2200 rpm 2000 rpm 1800 rpm 1800 rpm 1800 rpm N/A N/A
Determine which hubs match the motor shaft diameter and reducer (or output) shaft
diameter. The motor and reducer side coupling hubs are supplied with an interference
fit. Both the motor side and reducer side coupling hubs may be heated up to 350F (with
disk pack hardware removed!) to facilitate installation onto the shafts. Use a torch with
a rosebud tip, an oil bath or other method to assure uniform heating. Cooling of the
shafts with dry ice is also acceptable. Do not spot heat the hubs or distortion may occur!
Never use excessive force or "hammer” the hubs onto the shafts. Improper installation
practices could seriously damage the drive components and result in premature failure.
It is recommended that the face of the coupling half be mounted flush with the end of the
shaft to facilitate radial removal of the fluid coupling. Be sure to remove all "burrs" from
shaft and bore surfaces. Application of an anti-seize compound is recommended.
Adjust the shaft gap to the appropriate dimension in TABLE 2. (Face to face between
the coupling halves, not at the raised "boss" area around the bolt holes.) The gaps
shown are for units with all raised boss hubs. These dimensions will work for any hub
configuration.
TABLE 2
“Shaft Gap“
TYPE 422 487 562 650 750 866 1000 SIZE
T-XP 15.59" 17.31" 18.91" 21.42" 25.99" 29.41" 32.25" GAP +.25"
The large shaft gap required for disk pack mount style couplings makes alignment by
conventional means (dial indicators) difficult. VTI highly recommends the use of an
optical alignment tool. Dial indicators can also be used in conjunction with a specially
designed alignment bracket available from Voith. Specific drawings to make this bracket
are included toward the end of this manual.
Proceed by installing the alignment equipment onto the shafts as recommended by the
manufacturer. The special Voith "dial indicator" bracket should be mounted onto the
motor side hub.
The alignment values in TABLE 3 should be used when checking alignment prior to the
installation of the fluid coupling.
TABLE 3
”Angular and Parallel Misalignment Tolerances”
SIZE MAX ANGULAR T.I.R. MAX PARALLEL T.I.R.
Once a coupling is installed or for periodic checks of the alignment, the following
allowable values are applicable for both the input and output disk pack assembly. The
gap can be measured as follows:
Motor (input) end: Between hub face and input flange surface (attached to delay
chamber).
Reducer (output) end: Between intermediate hub face and output hub face.
Review manual 3626-011000, Installation and Operating Manual, Turbo Couplings with
Constant Fill, section 7.
Verify that the existing gap between the hub faces is no shorter than the values listed in
TABLE 2. Slightly larger shaft gaps (no greater than +1/4") can be easily
accommodated by repositioning the intermediate hub (explained later in this section).
Assemble the input side disk pack hardware onto the motor hub and input flange as
shown in FIGURE 1A or FIGURE 1B by performing the following steps. Note that the
bolt holes in the hub, disk pack and flange are a very close tolerance fit to the special
bolts provided. Care must be taken during assembly to prevent damaging the disk pack.
Never "hammer" the bolts through the disk pack. Also note that each disk pack
assembly is carefully engineered to provide long service life for each application. Never
attempt to modify the assembly by substituting hardware or changing the number of
disks.
1. Install four short bolts (POS 1905) through the small holes of the motor hub.
2. If the motor hub is with raised bosses at the small holes, go to step 3. Otherwise,
apply a thin washer (POS 1906) onto each bolt.
3. Slide the disk pack (POS 1920) onto the four bolts.
4. Apply one bevel washer (POS 1904) and thread one locknut (POS 1903) onto each
short bolt (POS 1905).
5. Remove the adapter flange (POS 1900) from the turbo coupling and support the
flange in position close to the previously installed motor side disk pack components.
6. Install four long bolts (POS 1901) through the small holes of the adapter flange (POS
1900).
7. Apply one thin washer (POS 1906) onto each bolt.
8. Position the adapter flange (POS 1900) with the applied hardware (POS 1901 &
1906) so that the bolts can pass through the remaining open holes on the disk pack
(POS 1920).
9. Apply one pilot washer (POS 1902) and thread one locknut (POS 1903) onto each
long bolt (POS 1901).
NOTE: THE DISK PACK (POS 1920) SHOULD NEVER BE FLAT AGAINST A FLANGE
OR HUB!! SPACE SHOULD BE PRESENT BETWEEN THE DISK PACK AND HUB OR
FLANGE TO ALLOW THE DISK PACK TO FLEX!!
FIGURE 1A
FIGURE 1B
Once assembled, begin to torque the disk pack locknuts while holding the bolts
stationary in a "criss-cross" pattern to one half the value listed in TABLE 4. Proceed to
torque the locknuts while holding the bolts stationary to the full torque value utilizing the
previously stated method. The use of a torque wrench is necessary for this step.
TABLE 4
“Bolt Torque”
SIZE DISK PACK BOLTS ADAPTER FLANGE BOLTS STUB SHAFT HUB
(oil lubricated) (oil lubricated) SET SCREWS
866 335 lb.ft. 185 lb.ft. (M20) 180 lb.ft. (1” UNC)
1000 425 lb.ft. 185 lb.ft. (M20) 180 lb.ft. (1” UNC)
With the input disk pack preassembled, the fluid coupling assembly can now be
positioned between the motor and reducer. See TABLE 5 to determine the weight of the
particular coupling unit you are installing.
Fasten the disk pack input flange (POS 1900) to the delay chamber using the bolts (POS
1830) and wave washers (POS 1840). The tightening torque is as listed previously in
TABLE 4. Do not over torque these fasteners or damage to the coupling helicoils may
result!
Assemble the output side disk pack hardware onto the reducer hub and stub shaft hub
as shown in FIGURE 2A or FIGURE 2B by performing the following steps.
1. Support the disk pack (POS 1920) between the reducer and stub shaft hub.
2. Install four short bolts (POS 1905) through the small holes of the reducer hub and
the disk pack (POS 1920). If the reducer hub is with raised bosses at the small
holes, go to step 3. Otherwise, apply a thin washer (POS 1906) between the
reducer hub and disk pack (POS 1920) and then re-apply each short bolt (POS
1905).
3. Apply one bevel washer (POS 1904) and thread one locknut (POS 1903) onto each
short bolt (POS 1905).
4. Install four long bolts (POS 1901) through the small holes of the stub shaft hub and
disk pack (POS 1920). If the stub shaft hub is with raised bosses at the small holes,
skip to step 5. Otherwise, apply a thin washer (POS 1906) between the stub shaft
hub and disk pack (POS 1920) and then re-apply each long bolt (POS 1901).
5. Apply one pilot washer (POS 1902) and thread one locknut (POS 1903) onto each
long bolt (POS 1901).
NOTE: THE DISK PACK (POS 1920) SHOULD NEVER BE FLAT AGAINST A FLANGE
OR HUB!! SPACE SHOULD BE PRESENT BETWEEN THE DISK PACK AND HUB OR
FLANGE TO ALLOW THE DISK PACK TO FLEX!!
TABLE 5
“Coupling Weights“
TYPE 422 487 562 650 750 866 1000
T-XP 230 lbs. 338 lbs. 474 lbs. 702 lbs. 1272 lbs. 1911 lbs. 2687 lbs.
TV-XP 237 lbs. 347 lbs. 490 lbs. 721 lbs. 1305 lbs. 1916 lbs. 2742 lbs.
TVV-XP 245 lbs. 364 lbs. 510 lbs. 748 lbs. 1349 lbs. 1991 lbs. 2839 lbs.
TVVS-XP 263 lbs. 395 lbs. 560 lbs. 836 lbs. 1484 lbs. 2182 lbs. 3040 lbs.
Once assembled, loosen the set screws (POS 2007) on the stub shaft hub and slide the
hub to remove any "oil-canning" condition. Begin to torque the disk pack locknuts while
holding the bolts stationary in a "criss-cross" pattern to one half the value listed in
TABLE 4. Proceed to torque the locknuts while holding the bolts stationary to the full
torque value utilizing the previously stated method. Inspect the input and output disk
pack to see if any "oil-canning" is present. If present, slid the stub shaft hub to remove
any “oil-canning”.
Apply Loctite 242 to the threads of each set screw and torque to value in TABLE 4.
FIGURE 2A
*Note: If stub shaft hub (with set screws) is a flat face hub, (4) additional thin washers
(POS 1906) are required for insertion between hub face and disk pack.
FIGURE 2B
*Note: If stub shaft hub (with set screws) is a flat face hub, (4) additional thin washers
(POS 1906) are required for insertion between hub face and disk pack.
The disk pack coupling is designed for long service life and will provide years of trouble free
service if properly maintained. This requires periodic checks on the physical condition of the
disks and occasional alignment checks.
The installation of a flexible disk coupling is critical. Various problems could arise during
mounting of the hubs and the coupling assembly process. Burrs, dirt and grit on either the shaft
or in the bores can cause the hubs to gall during mounting. Poorly fitted keys can also gall and
not seat correctly.
Concentrated heat on the hubs will cause distortion. The coupling must be properly assembled
and the locknuts tightened in accordance with the instructions. Loose bolts will cause
elongation of the disk bolt holes and eventual failure.
The most common form of failure is disk fatigue due to excessive flexure. This is usually
caused by misalignment of the connected machines. It also can be brought about by
operational conditions. The following gives some ideas for assuring the coupling is operating
satisfactorily.
3.1 Detection:
The Voith disk pack coupling is easily inspected. Visual analysis may point to possible
drive system problems. Proper evaluation of the disk packs and connecting parts may
save considerable maintenance costs and downtime.
When a disk coupling starts to fail, it is usually from the outer disk of the laminated pack
and progresses towards the center of the pack. See FIGURE 3.
Because of this progression, the deterioration of the coupling disk pack may be detected
before ultimate failure.
FIGURE 3
Here are some of the more evident visual inspection criteria and recommended
corrective procedures.
1. Reddish brown color bleeding out between disk laminations at the O.D. of the
pack. This is an indication of fretting and or chemical attack of the disk
material. See FIGURE 4.
2. Fine line crack starting in the outer disk, tangent to the washer O.D. See
FIGURES 4 and 10. This can be seen by looking at the outside edge of the
disk pack.
FIGURE 4
3. Disk pack is wavy and dimension between flange faces is smaller than
indicated on installation instructions of applicable assembly. See FIGURE 5.
“Compression“
FIGURE 5
4. Disk pack is wavy and dimension between flange face is larger than specified
on installation instructions or applicable assembly drawing. See FIGURE 6.
“Elongation“
FIGURE 6
5. Disk packs (both ends) are wavy. One end is compressed, and the other end
is elongated (See FIGURE 7). The conditions can be reversed by moving the
center member towards the elongated end. This is called "oil canned" disk
packs. The disk pack has no neutral center where it remains flat and parallel
with the end flanges.
a) Tightening the disk pack locknuts while the disk packs are in the
compressed of elongated coupling position. See FIGURES 5 and/or
6.
a) Loosen all the disk pack locknuts. Correct the axial spacing of the
coupling as necessary with the coupling aligned and turbo coupling
fully supported. If "oil canned" condition disappears, re-torque the
locknut while the coupling is in its neutral position.
b) If (a) above is not successful, determine that all bolts, with locknuts
loose, can be turned by hand. If any bolts are tight, the bolt holes
should be cleaned out by reaming the flange so that the bolt turns by
hand in the hole. Reassemble and torque the locknuts while coupling
is in its neutral position.
c) If the disks in the pack are permanently deformed, replace the disk
pack with a new one and reassemble the coupling. This permanent
deformation could be caused by a severe torque overload, abnormal
axial loads, or even loose bolts. The cause of the deformation must
be corrected before restart.
When assembled properly, the coupling should have a neutral center where the fluid
coupling is free to float axially without snapping from one end to the other when moved
by hand.
FIGURE 7
1. Disk broken through bolt hole indicates loose coupling bolts. See FIGURE 8.
Replace disk pack and tighten locknuts to specified torque value.
“Loose Bolts“
FIGURE 8
2. Disks embedded into bolt body are usually the result of a loose bolt or a
severe torque overload. This may also appear from turning the bolt during
installation (See FIGURE 9). Replace the bolt and tighten the locknut to the
proper torque keeping the bolt stationary. This will eliminate damage to the
bolt during installation. Do not turn bolt and tighten locknut to proper torque.
Do not turn bolt during locknut tightening process.
“Loose Bolts“
FIGURE 9
“Excessive Misalignment“
FIGURE 10
This type of disk failure usually starts with outer disk and progresses through
the disk pack. Realign equipment and replace both disk packs. Make hot
check of alignment to assure it is within coupling misalignment capacity.
4. Disk is broken adjacent to washer face with heavy corrosion present along
area of break. Also, iron oxide will most likely be evident on outside of disk
pack. See FIGURE 11. This failure is typical of couplings that usually have
been in service for several years and/or operating in corrosive atmosphere.
Breaks will first appear in outer disks and progress through the disk pack.
Replace both disk packs and realign equipment. Different disk pack material
may also be considered.
5. The disk pack has a bulge near the center or is bowed toward one flange in
alternate chordal sections. See FIGURE 12.
“Torque Overload“
FIGURE 12
This condition is usually a result of a large torque overload induced into the
system beyond the peak overload capacity of the coupling. The remaining
disk pack chordal sections will be straight and tight. This indicates improper
coupling selection. If bulged or bowed condition appears in one chordal
section only, there may be a loose bolt on one side of the distortion. Loosen
all coupling locknuts and unseat the bolts. The bulge should release and
flatten out. Re-torque the locknuts. If the distortion does not disappear,
replace disk pack and re-torque the locknuts.
5. Spare Parts
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS fluid coupling parts, see “Installation & Operating Instructions for Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”,
manual 3626-011000 en.
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS Fluid Coupling Parts, see ”Installation & Operating Instructions for
Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS Fluid Coupling Parts, see ”Installation & Operating Instructions for
Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS Fluid Coupling Parts, see ”Installation & Operating Instructions for
Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS Fluid Coupling Parts, see ”Installation & Operating Instructions for
Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, TVV, & TVVS Fluid Coupling Parts, see ”Installation & Operating Instructions for
Turbo Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, & TVV Fluid Coupling Parts, see “Installation & Operating Instructions for Turbo
Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
For T, TV, & TVV Fluid Coupling Parts, see “Installation & Operating Instructions for Turbo
Couplings with Constant Filling”, manual number 3626 - 011000 en.
*NOTE: When utilizing flat face hubs in place of raised boss (Items 1910, 2020), four (4)
additional thin washers (Item 1906) are required per each flat face hub. These
act as the bosses shown in picture.
VOITH
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