VULKAN PRODUCTS
HIGHLY FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS
These parts are manufactured by VULKAN COUPLINGS, Germany pioneers in marine drive technology.
Furtermore, VULKAN components are used in powerplant facilities or in industrial applications as well.
VULKAN production program includes following types, most available from the manufacturing site in Germany but some common ones are also available from our warehouse in Moschato:
TDS PLAFRIX
The TDS Plafrix combines the highly flexible VULASTIK L coupling with a Desch Planox clutch. The Vullastik L coupling is available in different stiffness ratings, so the drive system can be perfectly tuned in terms of torsional vibration. The Planox clutch is a pneumatically actuated clutch. With an operating pressure of 5.5 bar, the clutch has been adjusted to the existing air pressure, eliminating the need for an external compressor.
The torque is transmitted through organically coated, dry-friction discs. Thanks to the design and high-performance coating of the surfaces, the number of friction discs can be significantly reduced in comparison with similar products.
A light-weight aluminum housing protects the clutch combination and supports the output shaft with an integrated bearing.
The TDS Plafrix was designed specifically for use in hybrid tugs for medium-service operations with up to 4,000 operating hours per year.
Benefits
- Low project and life-cycle costs are achieved by eliminating oil pumps, hydraulics, and oil leakage and by using the ship’s 5.5 bar air pressure system.
- Reduced operating costs due to the minimal number of high-performance friction discs and thus low friction losses.
- Easy installation thanks to the compact design without external units.
- Designed for medium service operation, see technical data for VULASTIK L with a 21″ connection according to SAE J620.
Technical Data
Torque Range TKN [kNm]
11.50 kNm - 14.50 kNm
