Can a Keyless Locking Device be mounted over an existing keyway?
Climax Keyless Locking Devices can be installed over existing empty keyways. Both Locking Assemblies and Shrink Discs should be rotated to position inner ring radial slits approximately opposite the keyway and a locking screw directly over the keyway. Climax Keyless Locking Devices are not de-rated when installed over existing empty keyways.
Can a Keyless Locking Device be fitted on a non-standard shaft?
In situations where the measured shaft diameter does not match any standard Climax Locking Assembly, perhaps as a result of damage or excessive wear, a simple adaptor sleeve can be fabricated to effectively “shim” the existing shaft to a standard nominal diameter. These adaptor sleeves can be slit lengthwise or left solid, with slit sleeves allowing more relaxed machining tolerances. Wall thickness should not exceed 12.5% of measured shaft diameter. For slit adaptor sleeves rated torque capacities for these connections is taken directly from the Climax Locking Assembly selected, provided the adaptor sleeve/shaft interface is clean and dry (for a coefficient of friction equal to .15) and the adaptor wall thickness is within prescribed limits. For additional information on fitting a KLD on to a non-standard shaft, contact Climax and ask to speak to a KLD Product Specialist.
Once plated do Keyless Locking Devices maintain torque capacity?
Climax Locking Assemblies and Keyless Rigid Couplings are stocked unplated, while shrink discs are supplied with zinc-plated outer rings. Upon request, all Climax KLDs can be quoted with either of two after-market plating options: industry-standard electroless Nickel or Armoloy® Thin Dense Chrome (TDC). Both plating solutions offer excellent corrosion resistance with no reduction of rated torque capacity.
What is the proper way to install a Keyless Locking Device?
When installing or removing a Keyless Locking Device, it is important to follow specific installation procedures. Written instructions are included with each KLD and can be downloaded from the product page. Instruction videos can be viewed from the product page as well.
Do you provide engineering assistance for Keyless Locking Devices?
Yes – we offer complete engineering assistance for our Keyless Locking Device product line. As KLDs exert high compression and expansions forces, our Hub Calculator online tool can assist to ensure that components mounted with Climax products are of adequate strength for your application.
Our Hub Calculator can be accessed on any Keyless Locking Device page on our website.
Watch How to Properly Install a Climax Series C123, C133, C170, C192, or C193 KLD
Climax Keyless Locking Devices must be installed properly to ensure the product is seated correctly. Please take a moment to watch the following video demonstrating the correct way to install a Climax Keyless Locking Device.
For Climax C123, C133, C170, C192, & C193 Keyless Locking Assemblies:
Watch How to Properly Install a Climax Series C200 KLD
Climax Keyless Locking Devices must be installed properly to ensure the product is seated correctly. Please take a moment to watch the following video demonstrating the correct way to install a Climax Keyless Locking Device.
For Climax C200 Keyless Locking Assemblies:
Watch How to Properly Install a Climax Series C405, C415, or C425 KLD
Climax Keyless Locking Devices must be installed properly to ensure the product is seated correctly. Please take a moment to watch the following video demonstrating the correct way to install a Climax Keyless Locking Device.
For Climax C405, C415, or C425 Keyless Locking Assemblies:
Watch How to Properly Install a Climax Series C732 and C733 Shrink Disc, and Series C600 Keyless Rigid Coupling
Climax Keyless Locking Devices must be installed properly to ensure the product is seated correctly. Please take a moment to watch the following video demonstrating the correct way to install a Climax Shrink Disc and Keyless Rigid Coupling.
For Climax C732 and C733 Shrink Discs & C600 Keyless Rigid Couplings:
What are Light Duty Bearings?
Pillow block or flange mounted light duty bearings mount bearings safely enabling the outer ring to be stationary while allowing rotation of the inner ring. Housed bearings are bolted to a foundation through the holes in the base. On some styles, seals are provided to prevent dust and other contaminants from entering the housing. The housing provides a clean environment for the bearing to freely rotate, increasing their performance and duty cycle.
