Keyless Locking Devices Engineering Capability Guide

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Climax Keyless Locking Devices are used in a variety of applications. Our Engineering Capability brochure indicates several situations where a KLD is ideal. For questions regarding our Keyless Locking Devices contact Climax Customer Service at 1-800-542-6552. To read more about our capabilities, click on the link below: Engineering Capability Guide



What is an abrasive mandrel?

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Used in conjunction with power tools, Climax abrasive mandrels are driven primarily by direct connection to an electric motor. Consisting of a shank, nut, and washer, mandrels are used to hold abrasive sanding/finishing or polishing products in place. Quick change styles do not incorporate washers or nuts therefore limiting the amount of time required to […]


Keyless Locking Devices Split & Half Shrink Discs

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Climax stocks full shrink discs and split/half inner rings for both the Series C733M Standard Duty and the Series C732M Heavy Duty in diameters up to 300mm, allowing Climax to assemble and ship different configurations from stock to suit your application needs. KLD Engineers can be reached at 1-800-542-6552 to assist with all your keyless […]


What is a motor arbor?

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Climax motor arbors mount directly onto the shaft of a motor using the set screw included in the product design. Motor arbors hold abrasive finishing products in place similar to a mandrel. Some motor arbors have an internal thread which allows for a threaded shaft. This internal threaded design permits the use of thicker finishing […]



What is a keyless chuck and how does it work?

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A keyless chuck is simply a holder that allows you to mount and hold different tools such as drill bits, abrasive tools or sanding drums. Climax Keyless Chucks are manufactured to mount on a 1/2-20 threaded shaft. Tightening or loosening the chuck will open or close the jaws allowing for installation or removal of various […]



What type of sanding drums do you offer?

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Climax rubber expansion sanding drums are offered in three different styles; screw lock, nut lock and quick lock. Standard Screw Lock – with Shank: The rubber expansion on the standard screw lock sanding drum is controlled by tightening or loosening the slotted screw at the end of the mandrel. Standard Nut Lock – with Shank: The rubber […]