Dimensioning of the POSIMIN PHP
General
Demanding drives require high operational quality, which, among others, is achieved by precise alignment
of the components to each other. For this reason, high power density was given precedence over the
misalignment capacity. The principle is valid that, the lower the misalignment, i.e. the more precise the
alignment of the coupled components is, the higher the transmittable torque. Precisely knowing these
physical correlations, TSCHAN developed a design program that allows the user to select the optimum
coupling size for the specific application. Special events occurring within the tensile strength limits may
even be taken into account.
Though these complex correlations cannot be represented by simple equations, the steps described in
the catalogue allow the reliable pre-selection of the correct coupling size.
Pre-selection of coupling using the catalogue*
The torque Tnom of the installation is calculated from the installed power Pan(kW) and the operating
speed n(rpm)
Tnom = 9550 x Pan /n
Select the service factor SB based on the torque conditions:
Torque loading
Service factor
SB
C onstanttorque (radialcom pressor,
turbine,boilerfeed pum p,gearbox etc)
1,25
D esign acc.to API671
1,50
Irregulartorque (screw com pressor,induced draughtblow er,
perform ance teststands
1,75
Significanttorque fluctuations or
alternating torques
2 or higher
Check the ambient temperature
For ambient temperatures above 150C, a temperature factor S according to the following table has to
be considered.
* This selection procedure allows the initial determination of the coupling size. Nevertheless, the coupling
selection should be subjected to a final check in order to obtain the optimum for the complete drive line. TSCHAN
uses computer-assisted design programmes ensuring the optimum coupling selection in line with the priorities set
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POSIMIN - PHP
Dimensioning of the POSIMIN PHP
Nominal coupling torque TKnom
This is the torque the coupling is able to continuously transmit during service while simultaneously utilizing
the misalignment values indicated in the catalogue (the combined percentages of angular and radial
misalignment must not exceed a total sum of 100 %).
If the misalignment values are not used simultaneously, or not used to 100 %, a smaller coupling size
may perhaps be used after verification by our calculation programme.
The nominal torque TKnom of the coupling must be greater or equal to the nominal torque rating Tnom multiplied
by the service factor SB and the temperature factor S
TKnom Tnom *SB *S
Maximum coupling torque TKmax
Infrequently applied peak torques T Kmax which, for example, occur during start-up phases or other
momentary operating conditions must not exceed this value. It is recommended to check this using our
calculation programme.
TKmax Tmax
Check the maximum permissible bore of the hubs and the torque capacity of the shaft-hub
connection
Check the expected shaft misalignments
(What is the magnitude of thermal growth or foundation deformations due to torque loading?) The bending
critical speed has to be considered if long spacers are used (please contact TSCHAN in such cases).
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