Rubber Design Marine Couplings - SMART-LINK Flexible Coupling & ERD Marine Couplings

Rubber Design Marine Couplings - SMART-LINK Flexible Coupling & ERD Marine Couplings for Optimal Propulsion System Performance

Rubber Design offers a range of high-performance marine couplings designed to ensure the efficiency and smooth operation of propulsion systems. With in-house expertise, we perform dynamic analyses to select the correct coupling and engine mountings for each application, ensuring that they work in perfect harmony.

SMART-LINK Flexible Coupling

The SMART-LINK Flexible Coupling (Stable Movement, Axial, Radial, Torsional) is a newly developed coupling system that combines rubber link elements with synthetic cord inlays. Its design allows for high displacements and low stiffness, making it highly effective in soft-mounted flexible systems.

This coupling is primarily designed for marine propulsion systems but is also suitable for other applications such as waterjets, thrusters, alternators, electric motors, and pumps. The SMART-LINK coupling features a single and double row torque-link design that offers optimal torque capacity with the smallest possible outside diameter. The coupling's smart design minimizes built-in length while maximizing flexibility.

Key Features:

• High degree of allowable displacements and low stiffness for enhanced performance
• Perfect for marine propulsion systems, waterjets, thrusters, and more
• Optimized torque capacity with minimal external diameter
• Small built-in length with maximum flexibility for easy installation

ERD Marine Couplings

The ERD Marine Couplings are based on pre-compressed rubber blocks that provide exceptional flexibility and vibration damping. The standard material is natural rubber (55˚-60˚Sh.A hardness), though alternative mixes and neoprene blocks are available for additional damping. The blocks can accommodate movement in all directions, making them ideal for flexible mounted propulsion engines.

Advantages of ERD Marine Couplings:

• Reduction of torque fluctuations
• Damping of torsional vibrations
• Minimizing resonance symptoms
• Compensating for radial, axial, and angular shaft displacements, including thrust/pressure absorption
• Isolation of vibration and noise transmission

Both the SMART-LINK Flexible Coupling and the ERD Marine Couplings are designed to ensure optimal performance, reducing vibration and noise transmission, while offering exceptional flexibility and durability for various marine applications.

Our couplings are an ideal choice for ship owners looking for reliable, high-quality solutions to enhance the performance and longevity of their propulsion systems.