Machine Keys
System 22 machine key products include many different hardened machine keys. Machine keys are used to hold machinery parts in place or align components. Standard sizes are typically ready to use without any cutting or filing.
Square Machine Keys
Woodruff Machine Keys
Square Machine Keys with Rounded Ends
Square Machine Keys with One Round End
Slotted Machine Keys
Gib Head Machine Keys
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Square Machine Keys
Square machine keys are fundamental components used across industries to secure rotating parts such as gears and pulleys to shafts reliably. The square shape of these keys allows for optimal torque transmission and precise alignment within corresponding keyways on shafts. Discover how square machine keys enhance mechanical assemblies and ensure robust performance in industrial applications.
Woodruff Machine Keys
Woodruff machine keys, also known as half-moon keys, are specialized components crucial for attaching rotating elements to shafts in machinery. Their distinctive half-circle shape offers superior load distribution, reducing stress concentrations and enhancing overall durability. Learn about the advantages of using woodruff keys for secure and efficient power transmission applications.
Square Machine Keys with Rounded Ends
Square machine keys with rounded edges provide a refined solution for applications requiring strong yet gentler connections. These keys minimize stress risers on shafts and keyways while ensuring reliable torque transfer. Explore how square machine keys with rounded ends optimize assembly and maintenance processes in various industrial settings.
Square Machine Keys with One Round End
Engineered for easy installation and orientation, square machine keys with one rounded end prevent rotational movement between shafts and components. Their user-friendly design enhances efficiency and reliability in mechanical systems. Discover the versatility and benefits of using square keys with one round end in different industries.
Slotted Machine Keys
Versatile and easy to use, slotted machine keys play a vital role in preventing unwanted rotation between shafts and components. Explore how these standardized keys streamline assembly and maintenance tasks, making them indispensable for equipment in diverse industries.
Gib Head Machine Keys
Gib head machine keys are tapered and notched keys renowned for their robust grip and secure fit on power transmission shafts. Learn how gib head keys excel in heavy-duty applications, providing exceptional torque transmission and reliability under demanding operational conditions.
MATERIALS
We are proud to be a distributor and manufacturer of this product in a wide range of metal alloys.
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Steel (Grade 2, Grade 5, Grade 8)
300 Series Stainless (18-8, 303, 304, 310, 316, 321, 347)
400 Series Stainless (410, 416, 420, 422, etc.)
Duplex Stainless (2101, 2205, 2507, 255, Zeron 100®)
High Strength Stainless and Nickel Alloys (A286, Hastelloy® C276, Inconel® 625, Inconel® 718, K-Monel®, Monel® 400, etc.)
High Temperature Allows (Haynes® 230, Waspaloy®, MP159®, etc.)
ASTM Specifications (ASTM A193, ASTM A320, ASTM A194, ASTM A453, ASTM A540, ASTM A1082, etc.)
