Cam Clutch Product Catalog

MANUAL OPERATION

Cam Clutches are often used when a machine is operated manually for positioning, adjustment, or set up. The Cam Clutch mounted at the manual handle overruns while the machine is in operation. The handle does not rotate and cause a safety hazard. Cam Clutches are often used on the manual handles of circular knitting machines. The manual handle is used to position the machine on start-up and adjustment of the needle and thread. When the machine starts the linkage between the Cam Clutch and the handle is broken. Another Cam Clutch is provided at the output section of the worm reduction gears, to break the connection with the driving side during manual operation. Figure 30 .

Figure 30: Common manual operation arrangement

Typical Series

Advantage

Integrated Cam Clutch and bearing

BUS200

With or without inner race for machine integration

MZ, MZEU

Grease is sealed in, so lubrication maintenance is not required

PBUS

Easy mounting of gears, pulleys, and sprockets

TFS, TSS

Outside dimensions same as standard ball bearing type bearing