Couplers

The R & D Flexible Coupling fits between the transmission output flange and shaft coupling. It is designed to protect a boat's drivetrain. The unit will reduce vibration, compensate for some misalignment, isolate the shaft and absorb shock loads.

The flexible disc is machined from a resilient and durable polyurethane. It allows the unit to flex, absorbing vibrations and temporary misalignment of the shaft and engine due to movement of the engine or flexing in the vessel's structure.

The polyurethane disc is backed up by two metal compression straps, one on either side of the flexible coupling. These metal straps hold the system in constant compression whether the drivetrain is in forward or reverse. This feature extends the life of the system dramatically.

The R & D Flexible Coupling will also absorb shockloads resulting from gear changes, or the propeller striking a submerged object. The polyurethane disk will distort with light shock loads and is designed to be sacrificial in the event of severe shock load, saving on expensive drivetrain repairs. If the disc is destroyed from massive shockload the metal compression straps keep the coupling intact ensuring that the drive system is functional in both forward and reverse.

Why R&D Flexible
Shaft Couplings?

Polyurethane flange creates a flexible barrier to reduce drivetrain noise and vibration to quiet your drivetrain.

Absorbs transmission shock load caused by the propeller and high speed gear changes. This helps to reduce and avoid costly transmission damage.

Fail safe design, both forward and reverse thrust is taken in compression from the steel straps, giving a durable design even in extreme conditions.

Protect your boat's drive train with the Flexible Coupling. Fits between the transmission output flange and the shaft flange to absorb shock load s resulting from gear changes, or the propeller striking a submerged object. If the disc is destroyed from massive shock load, the metal compression straps keep the coupling intact, ensuring that the drive system is functional in both forward and reverse.

The flexible disc is machined from resilient and durable polyurethane
The unit will flex, absorbing and isolating vibrations
Will compensate for some misalignment due to movement of the engine or flexing in the vessel's structure
Isolates the shaft
The unit is easy to install and you can align your shaft with it bolted in place

Flexible Couplings