A2 stainless steel bars

DIN 6880 wedge bar - A2 stainless steel bar

A2 stainless steel bars
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Key bars play a crucial role in many mechanical and industrial applications, transmitting power and holding parts in place. In particular, A2 stainless steel keybars conforming to DIN 6880 are renowned for their precision and robustness.

What is a keyed bar?

A keybar is a rectangular-shaped metal part inserted into corresponding grooves of two mechanical components to lock them together, thus allowing torque transmission and preventing relative movement between parts.

DIN 6880

The DIN 6880 standard specifies the dimensions, tolerances and materials of keyed bars. This standard ensures that keybars are compatible and interchangeable, ensuring efficient installation and operation in mechanical systems.

Properties of A2 stainless steel

A2 stainless steel offers an ideal combination of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and ease of processing, making it the preferred choice for keyed bars. It is designed to withstand shear and torsion forces, offering reliable performance under the most demanding conditions.

A2 stainless steel keyway bar applications

Power transmission

A2 stainless steel keybars are widely used in power transmission systems to secure shafts to hubs, gears and pulleys, enabling efficient torque transmission.

Industrial machinery

In industrial machines, A2 stainless steel keybars keep rotating components aligned and secured, ensuring smooth, safe operation of equipment.

Automotive and aeronautics

A2 stainless steel keybars are essential in automotive and aerospace steering systems, engines and transmissions, where reliability and safety are paramount.

Advantages of an A2 stainless steel keyway bar

Accuracy and compatibility

A2 stainless steel keyway bars offer exceptional dimensional accuracy thanks to H9 tolerance, ensuring perfect compatibility with mechanical components conforming to DIN 6880.

Robustness and durability

A2 stainless steel is extremely robust and durable, capable of withstanding high loads and harsh operating conditions, thus extending the service life of assemblies.

Wear resistance

A2 stainless steel bars offer excellent wear resistance, minimizing maintenance and frequent replacement, making them an economical and reliable choice for industrial applications.

How to choose the right keyed bar?

Selection criteria

To choose the appropriate keybar, it is important to consider:

Dimensions: Dimensions must match the grooves of the components to be joined.Material: The type of stainless steel must be chosen according to the loads and conditions of use.Standards: Make sure the bar complies with relevant standards such as DIN 6880.

Special considerations for A2 stainless steelFor applications requiring high precision and increased robustness, A2 stainless steel keyway bars are an excellent choice. Their dimensional tolerance and mechanical properties make them ideal for harsh industrial environments.

Installation of A2 stainless steel key bars

Installation Steps

  • Preparation: Check that the grooves on the components are clean and free of debris.
  • Bar insertion: Insert the A2 stainless steel key bar into the shaft groove.
  • Assembly: Slide the hub or pulley onto the shaft, aligning the groove with the keybar.

To install a keybar, you will need:

  • Hammer: For inserting the A2 stainless steel wedge bar into the keyway.
  • Punch: To correctly align the bar in the groove.
  • Gauge: To check dimensional tolerances.

Case studies in A2 stainless steel

Examples of successful use

Numerous companies in the manufacturing, automotive and aerospace sectors have shared testimonials about the effectiveness of A2 stainless steel keyway bars in their day-to-day operations.

Company Testimonials

Company testimonials show that the use of DIN 6880-compliant keybars in A2 stainless steel has considerably reduced downtime and maintenance costs.

Conclusion

In short, A2 stainless steel keyway bars, conforming to DIN 6880, are essential components for many industrial applications. Their precision, robustness and resistance to wear make them the preferred choice for power transmission and fastening of rotating components.

A2 stainless steel bars

DIN 6880 wedge bar - A2 stainless steel bar

A2 stainless steel wedge bars. Special dimensions, tolerances, lengths and other steel grades and heat treatments are available on request.

  • DIN 6880
  • A2 stainless steel
  • Tolerance h9
  • Length 500, 1000 or 3000mm
  • Sizes 3x3mm to 12x8mm

Section (Stainless steel 304 X5CrNi18-10)Tolerance h9Tolerance h11
3x3h9xh9
5x5h9xh9
6x6h9xh9
7x7h11xh11
8x7h9xh11
8x8h11xh11
10x6h9xh11h11xh11
10x8h9xh11
10x10h11xh11
12x8h9xh11
12x12h11xh11
14x9h9xh11
14x14h11xh11
15x15h11xh11
16x10h9xh11
16x16h11xh11
18x8h9xh11
18x11h9xh11
18x18h11xh11
20x10h11xh11
20x12h11xh11
20x20h11xh11
25x25h11xh11
30x30h11xh11
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Key bars play a crucial role in many mechanical and industrial applications, transmitting power and holding parts in place. In particular, A2 stainless steel keybars conforming to DIN 6880 are renowned for their precision and robustness.

What is a keyed bar?

A keybar is a rectangular-shaped metal part inserted into corresponding grooves of two mechanical components to lock them together, thus allowing torque transmission and preventing relative movement between parts.

DIN 6880

The DIN 6880 standard specifies the dimensions, tolerances and materials of keyed bars. This standard ensures that keybars are compatible and interchangeable, ensuring efficient installation and operation in mechanical systems.

Properties of A2 stainless steel

A2 stainless steel offers an ideal combination of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and ease of processing, making it the preferred choice for keyed bars. It is designed to withstand shear and torsion forces, offering reliable performance under the most demanding conditions.

A2 stainless steel keyway bar applications

Power transmission

A2 stainless steel keybars are widely used in power transmission systems to secure shafts to hubs, gears and pulleys, enabling efficient torque transmission.

Industrial machinery

In industrial machines, A2 stainless steel keybars keep rotating components aligned and secured, ensuring smooth, safe operation of equipment.

Automotive and aeronautics

A2 stainless steel keybars are essential in automotive and aerospace steering systems, engines and transmissions, where reliability and safety are paramount.

Advantages of an A2 stainless steel keyway bar

Accuracy and compatibility

A2 stainless steel keyway bars offer exceptional dimensional accuracy thanks to H9 tolerance, ensuring perfect compatibility with mechanical components conforming to DIN 6880.

Robustness and durability

A2 stainless steel is extremely robust and durable, capable of withstanding high loads and harsh operating conditions, thus extending the service life of assemblies.

Wear resistance

A2 stainless steel bars offer excellent wear resistance, minimizing maintenance and frequent replacement, making them an economical and reliable choice for industrial applications.

How to choose the right keyed bar?

Selection criteria

To choose the appropriate keybar, it is important to consider:

Dimensions: Dimensions must match the grooves of the components to be joined.Material: The type of stainless steel must be chosen according to the loads and conditions of use.Standards: Make sure the bar complies with relevant standards such as DIN 6880.

Special considerations for A2 stainless steelFor applications requiring high precision and increased robustness, A2 stainless steel keyway bars are an excellent choice. Their dimensional tolerance and mechanical properties make them ideal for harsh industrial environments.

Installation of A2 stainless steel key bars

Installation Steps

  • Preparation: Check that the grooves on the components are clean and free of debris.
  • Bar insertion: Insert the A2 stainless steel key bar into the shaft groove.
  • Assembly: Slide the hub or pulley onto the shaft, aligning the groove with the keybar.

To install a keybar, you will need:

  • Hammer: For inserting the A2 stainless steel wedge bar into the keyway.
  • Punch: To correctly align the bar in the groove.
  • Gauge: To check dimensional tolerances.

Case studies in A2 stainless steel

Examples of successful use

Numerous companies in the manufacturing, automotive and aerospace sectors have shared testimonials about the effectiveness of A2 stainless steel keyway bars in their day-to-day operations.

Company Testimonials

Company testimonials show that the use of DIN 6880-compliant keybars in A2 stainless steel has considerably reduced downtime and maintenance costs.

Conclusion

In short, A2 stainless steel keyway bars, conforming to DIN 6880, are essential components for many industrial applications. Their precision, robustness and resistance to wear make them the preferred choice for power transmission and fastening of rotating components.

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