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Select the Right Flexible Coupling for Optimal Performance

May 6, 2022
Shaft misalignments can cause a lot of trouble in a motion system. These tips on selecting the proper flexible coupling for optimal performance will cover the different types of misalignment, when to consider a flexible coupling, and what to look for.

Flexible couplings, used properly, can help your motion system run more efficiently and last longer. These eight tips will help engineers determine what application specifications to look for and understand before deciding on a solution.  

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