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RULAND MANUFACTURING Motion Control Coupling Hub: 0.5° Angular Misalignment

The RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A is a clamp-on Oldham coupling hub for round shafts, designed for motion control applications. It accommodates 0.5° angular misalignment and 0.006 in axial motion. This hub is part…

SKU 3G-OTH-135247

Brand

RULAND MANUFACTURING

Item

Motion Control Coupling Hub: 0.5° Angular Misalignment

Technical Specifications

RULAND MANUFACTURING

Manufacturer Part Number

OCT21-8-A 

Axial Motion

0.006 in 

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3G Electric (S) Pte. Ltd. — Singapore

Product Description

Supplied to the Philippines — compatible with 60 Hz installations. DHL Express delivery to Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, customs and duties handled door-to-door.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A coupling hub used for?

The RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A is a clamp-on Oldham coupling hub for round shafts used in motion control applications. It compensates for 0.5° angular misalignment and 0.006 in axial motion, making it suitable for precision positioning systems, encoders, and light-duty servo drives.

What are the specifications of the RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A?

The RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A is a clamp-on Oldham coupling hub from the OCT21 series. It accommodates 0.5° angular misalignment and 0.006 in axial motion. The manufacturer part number is OCT21-8-A, and it is designed for round shafts in motion control systems.

Where to buy the RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A worldwide. As a global industrial equipment distributor, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us to source this motion control coupling hub for your application.

How to install a RULAND MANUFACTURING clamp-on Oldham coupling hub?

To install the RULAND MANUFACTURING OCT21-8-A, clean the shaft and hub bore, then slide the hub onto the round shaft. Tighten the clamp screw evenly to the manufacturer's recommended torque. Ensure proper alignment to avoid excessive misalignment beyond the 0.5° angular and 0.006 in axial limits.

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Common applications for RULAND MANUFACTURING

Automated packaging machinery — Ruland beam couplings (e.g., PSR20-8-5-A) for connecting servo motors to conveyor drive shafts.

CNC machine tools — Ruland rigid couplings (e.g., CLX-4-4-A) for precise alignment of ball screw assemblies.

Robotic arm joints — Ruland Oldham coupling hubs (e.g., OSC16-6-A) for accommodating axial motion in end-effector drives.

Pump and compressor systems — Ruland stainless steel shaft collars (e.g., CL-3-ST) for securing impeller shafts.

Printing press rollers — Ruland clamp-on beam couplings (e.g., PCR18-8-8-A) for synchronizing roller rotation with minimal backlash.

Material handling conveyors — Ruland set screw couplings (e.g., PSMR29-7-7-A) for linking gearboxes to drive rollers.

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3G Electric supplies RULAND MANUFACTURING clamp-on oldham coupling hubs for round shafts. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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