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Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Lube Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Limited End Float . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 1-2
Installation & Alignment Instructions. . . . . . . . Pages 3-4
Annual Maintenance, Relube & Disassembly . . . . . Page 5 LUBRICATION
Installation & Alignment Data . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6 Adequate lubrication is essential for satisfactory operation. Because of
Parts Identification & Parts Interchangeability . . . . . Page 7 its superior lubricating characteristics and low centrifuge properties,
Falk Long Term Grease (LTG) is highly recommended. Sizes 1030T to
CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS 1090T are furnished with a pre-measured amount of LTG grease for
MANUAL FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE AND TROUBLE each coupling. The grease can be ordered for larger size couplings.
FREE SERVICE. Steelflex couplings initially lubricated with LTG will not require
re-lubrication until the connected equipment is stopped for servicing.
INTRODUCTION The use of general purpose grease requires re-lubrication of the
This manual applies to standard coupling Types T50 and T70. For coupling at least annually. If a coupling leaks grease, is exposed to
couplings furnished with special features, refer to assembly drawing extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, or experiences frequent
furnished with coupling for proper assembly arrangement and any reversals; more frequent lubrication may be required.
additional installation or maintenance requirements. Type T50
couplings with floating shaft, are designed to connect equipment USDA Approval
with large spans between shaft ends. Type T70 couplings are LTG has the United States Department of Agriculture Food Safety &
BALANCED for close coupled high speed applications. DO NOT Inspection Service approval for applications where there is no
mix parts between Type T50 and T70 couplings. These couplings are possibility of contact with edible products. (H-2 ratings).
designed to operate in either the horizontal or vertical position.
However, the addition of an elastomer gap disc is required in the Long Term Grease (LTG)
lower Type T50 coupling for vertical operation. The high centrifugal forces encountered in couplings separate the
CAUTION: Consult applicable local and national safety codes base oil and thickener of general purpose greases. Heavy
for proper guarding of rotating members. Observe all safety thickener, which has no lubrication qualities, accumulates in the
rules when installing or servicing couplings. grid-groove area of Steelflex couplings resulting in premature hub
or grid failure unless periodic lubrication cycles are maintained.
WARNING: Lockout starting switch of prime mover and remove all
external loads from drive before installing or servicing couplings. Falk Long Term Grease (LTG) was developed specifically for
couplings. It resists separation of the oil and thickener. The
LUBE FITTINGS consistency of Falk LTG changes with operating conditions. As
manufactured, it is an NLGI #1/2 grade. Working of the
Covers have 1/8 NPT lube holes for Size 1140T and smaller
lubricant under actual service conditions causes it to become
and 3/8 NPT lube holes for Size 1150T and larger. Use a
semifluid, while the grease near the seals will set to a heavier
standard grease gun and lube fitting.
grade, helping to prevent leakage.
CAUTION: Remove all grease fittings and make certain all plugs
LTG is highly resistant to separation, easily out performing all
have been inserted after lubricating.
other lubricants tested. The resistance to separation allows the
lubricant to be used for relatively long periods of time.
LIMITED END FLOAT
Although LTG grease is compatible with most other coupling
When electric motors, generators, and other machines are fitted
greases, the mixing of greases may dilute the benefits of LTG.
with sleeve or straight roller bearings, limited axial end float kits
are recommended for protecting the bearings. Falk Steelflex CAUTION: Do not use LTG in bearings.
couplings are easily modified to limit end float; refer to Manual WARNING: Mixing grid coupling components from different
428-820 for instructions. manufacturers may cause premature failure and personal or
property damage from flying debris.
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Packaging
14 oz. (397g) CARTRIDGES — Individual or case lots or 10 TABLE 1 — General Purpose Greases H
or 60.
0°F to 150°F –30°F to 100°F
35 lb. (16kg) PAILS, 120 lb. (54kg) KEG & 400 lb. DRUMS. Ambient Temperature Range
(–18°C to +66°C) (–34°C to +38°C)
Manufacturer Lubricant Lubricant
Specifications — Falk LTG (Long Term Grease)
Amoco Oil Co. Amolith Grease #2 Amolith Grease #2
TEMPERATURE RANGE — –20°F (–29°C) to 250°F (121°C). BP Oil Co. Energrease LS-EP2 Energrease LS-EP1
Minimum Pump = 20°F (-7°C). Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Dura-Lith EP2 Dura-Lith EP1
MINIMUM BASE OIL VISCOSITY — 3300SSU (715cST) @ Citgo Petroleum Corp. Premium Lithium Grease EP2 Premium Lithium Grease EP1
Conoco Inc. EP Conolith Grease #2 EP Conolith Grease #2
100°F (38°C)
Exxon Company, USA Unirex N2 Unirex N2
THICKENER — Lithium & Soap Polymer. E.F. Houghton & Co. Cosmolube 2 Cosmolube 1
CENTRIFUGE SEPARATION CHARACTERISTICS — ASTM Imperial Oil Ltd. Unirex N2L Unirex N2L
Kendall Refining Co. Lithium Grease L421 Lithium Grease L421
#D4425-84 Centrifuge Test — K36 = 2/24 maximum, very
high resistance to centrifuging. Keystone Div. (Pennwalt) 81 EP-2 81 EP-1
Lyondell Petrochemical (ARCO) Litholine H EP 2 Grease Litholine H EP 2 Grease
NLGI GRADE (ASTM D-217) — 1/2 Mobil Oil Corp. Mobilux EP111 Mobilith AW1
Petro-Canada Products Multipurpose EP2 Multipurpose EP1
CONSISTENCY — (ASTM D-217) — 60 stroke worked penetration Phillips 66 Co. Philube Blue EP Philube Blue EP
value in the range of 315 to 360 measured @ 77°F (25°C).
Shell Oil Co. Alvania Grease 2 Alvania Grease 2
DROPPING POINT — 350°F (177°C) minimum. Shell Canada Ltd. Alvania Grease 2 Alvania Grease 2
MINIMUM TIMKEN EP O.K. LOAD — 40 lbs (18 kg). Sun Oil Co. Ultra Prestige 2EP Ultra Prestige 2EP
Texaco Lubricants Starplex HD2 Multifak EP2
ADDITIVES — Rust and oxidation inhibitors that do not corrode Unocal 76 (East & West) Unoba EP2 Unoba EP2
steel or swell or deteriorate synthetic seals. Valvoline Oil Co. Multilube Lithium EP Grease ...
H Grease application or re-lubrication should be done at temperatures above
20°F (7°C). If grease must be applied below 20° F (7°C), consult The Falk
Corporation. Lubricants listed may not be suitable for use in the food
processing industry; check with lube manufacturer for approved lubricants.
General Purpose Grease
ANNUAL LUBRICATION — The following specifications and Specifications — General Purpose Coupling Lubricants
lubricants for general purpose grease apply to Falk Steelflex
couplings that are lubricated annually and operate within ambient The values shown are typical and slight variations are permissible.
temperatures of 0° to 150°F (–18° to 66°C). For temperatures DROPPING POINT — 300°F (149°C) or higher.
beyond this range (See Table 1), consult the Factory. CONSISTENCY — NLGI No. 2 with 60 stroke worked
If a coupling leaks grease, is exposed to extreme temperatures, penetration value in the range of 250 to 300.
excessive moisture or experiences frequent reversals, more SEPARATION AND RESISTANCE — Low oil separation rate and
frequent lubrication may be required. high resistance to separation from centrifuging.
LIQUID CONSTITUENT — Possess good lubricating properties,
General Purpose Greases Meeting
equivalent to a high quality, well refined petroleum oil.
Falk Specifications
INACTIVE — Must not corrode steel or cause swelling or
Lubricants listed in Table 1 are typical products only and should
deterioration of synthetic seals.
not be construed as exclusive recommendations.
CLEAN — Free from foreign inclusions.
GAP GAP
V-BLOCKS
“T70" Type The required frequency of lubrication is directly related to the type
of lubricant chosen and the operating conditions. Steelflex
Parallel Offset Misalignment Angular Misalignment couplings lubricated with common industrial lubricants, such as
those shown in Table 1, Page 2, should be relubed annually. The
1a. For “T70" Type couplings, mount dial indicator on cover and use of Falk Long Term Grease (LTG) will allow relube intervals to
indicate surface shown by rotating shafts with coupling. The be extended beyond five years. When relubing, remove both lube
parallel offset T.I.R. value divided by 2, must not exceed the plugs and insert lube fitting. Fill with recommended lubricant until
OPERATING PARALLEL OFFSET limit shown in Table 3. The an excess appears at the opposite hole. CAUTION: Make certain
angular T.I.R. value, must not exceed the OPERATING all grease fittings have been removed and all plugs have been
ANGULAR limit shown in Table 3. Realign equipment to within inserted after lubricating.
the installation limits if either operating limit value is exceeded.
Coupling Disassembly & Grid Removal
Y
“T50" Type
INSTALLATION & ALIGNMENT DATA Example: 1150T70 max. operating misalignment is .012"
(.305mm) PARALLEL OFFSET plus .062" (1.57mm) angular.
Maximum life and minimum maintenance for the coupling
and connected machinery will result if couplings are NOTE: For applications requiring greater misalignment, refer
accurately aligned. Coupling life expectancy between initial application details to the Factory.
alignment and maximum operating limits is a function of Angular misalignment is dimension X minus Y as illustrated below.
load, speed and lubrication. PARALLEL OFFSET misalignment is distance P between the hub
Values may be combined for an installation or operating condition. center lines as illustrated below.
End float (with zero angular and PARALLEL OFFSET misalignment) is
the axial movement of the hubs(s) within the cover(s) measured from
“O” gap.
X GAP
ORDER INFORMATION
1030 T 70 1. Identify part(s) required by
SIZE &
name shown.
COUPLING
TYPE
SIZE PART NUMBER 2. Furnish the following information.
PRODUCT EXAMPLES:
CLASSIFICATION
GASKET FLANGED HUB Coupling Size: 1030
PART T HUB
SEAL LUBE PLUG
NUMBER (T70)
GRID Coupling Type: T70
Flanged Hub Bore: 1.375
Keyway: .312 x .156
T Hub Bore: 1.250
Keyway: .250 x .125
or