NMTG Centrifugal Lift-Off Sprags (CLS)
NMTG Centrifugal Lift-Off Sprags (CLS) are high-speed, contact-free one-way clutches that use centrifugal force to disengage the sprags during overrunning, providing reliable backstopping with minimal wear and extended service life.
Features
- Centrifugal lift-off sprag design for contact-free freewheeling
- Self-locking sprags retained by torsional springs
- High overrunning speed capability
- High torque transmission capacity
- Suitable for backstop and holdback applications
- Available with or without bearing support
- Fully enclosed designs available
- Self-lubricated and customer-lubricated options available
- Designed for high-speed shaft applications
- High tolerance to eccentricity and alignment variations
- Maintenance-free operation in many applications
- Wear-free freewheeling operation at high speeds.
Benefits
- Prevents reverse rotation and equipment runback
- Extended service life through contact-free overrunning
- Reduced wear compared to conventional sprag clutches
- Reliable performance in high-speed applications
- Lower maintenance requirements and operating costs
- Improved equipment protection during power loss or shutdown
- Smooth, efficient operation with reduced heat generation
- Suitable for demanding conveyor, elevator and gearbox applications
- High torque capacity in a compact design
- Enhanced reliability and operational safety.
Resources
NMTG Complete Freewheel One-Way Clutches (CLS Type)
NMTG Integrated Freewheel One-Way Clutches
NMTG Internal Freewheel One-Way Clutches
NMTG Low Speed External Holdbacks
