- Power Transmission And Cutoff:
In the application of clutches, the motor is the source of power
for motion. By utilizing clutches, one can transmit and cutoff
power. In addition, if multi-clutches are implemented, multi-loads
can be controlled by a single power source (motor)
- High Duty Cycle:
Cycling of motors off and on are usually limited by the spike
currents and heat generations. By matching clutches with brakes,
the motor's duty cycle in rpm from tens to thousands can be achieved.
- Varying Speed:
In many applications, clutches can be combined with gears, belt
pulleys, and other machines to very the rotational speed in steps.
- Inching:
By alternating the clutch and brake operations in the feeding
mechanism, stamping machines can perform intermittence and minute
feeds.
- Forward And Reverse Motions:
As well all as varying speed, combination of clutches and gears
or belt pulleys can transfer the motor's single direction rotation
to either forward or reverse rotation and/or linear motion.
- Position Control:
In a clutch and brake combination application, after feeding a
fix quantity if a correct position is measured before applying
the brake, the accuracy of the brake will be secured. In addition,
if 2 clutches are used with a brake to shift from high speed to
low speed, the accuracy of the brake can be further improved.
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