Technical Articles
TOK America, Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Clutches and Brakes)
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There are many kinds of one way clutches of structure, such as ratchet and sprag mechanisms. TOK one way clutches have a structure that can transmit power in only one direction by inserting the needle...
(Clutches and Brakes)
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A torque limiter mechanism provides overload protection, incorporated between the shaft and output side components to safeguard against overloading when a specific torque threshold is surpassed. When...
(Shock and Vibration Control Products)
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Rotary dampers use silicone oil to generate viscous resistance. Anyway, there are various types of oil involved in manufacturing. We introduce silicone oil suitable for rotary dampers while comparing...
(Bearings and Bushings)
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This article explains why plastic bearings are preferred over metal bearings in diverse applications, highlighting three key advantages: self-lubricating properties that eliminate the need for...
(Clutches and Brakes)
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A comprehensive technical overview of one-way clutches, mechanical components that permit rotation in only one direction while preventing reverse rotation. The article details three primary types:...
(Bearings and Bushings)
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A plastic bearing is a type of bearing where one or more components, like the outer races or retainers, are made from plastic materials. It's designed for applications where traditional metal bearings...
(Shock and Vibration Control Products)
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A rotary damper is a mechanical component that can be attached to an application to slow down the application motion by utilizing the viscous resistance of oil. It controls the motion of the...
(Industrial Hardware)
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A torque limiter is an overload protection device that immediately blocks the input and output to protect the application when the load exceeds the setting.
For example, if a machine is no torque...