Reich Kupplungen MMS-T W Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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Description
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Retaining cap
The retaining cap is slipped over the coupling hub and bolted to it. The flexible
elements are covered this way and protected against dirt and falling out. The flexible
elements can be replaced after loosening the retaining cap bolts and sliding back the
retaining cap. Depending on the size, the retaining cap is made of polyamide, sheet
steel, or cast iron.
Operating conditions
Observe the following operating conditions depending on the rubber mixture of the
flexible elements:
Rubber mixture Ambienttemperature Colour Identifier
Natural/synthetic caoutchouc in
standard design –40 °C to +80 °C
black SN
Synthetic caoutchouc (NBR) –40 °C to +100 °C
black SP
Silicone caoutchouc (VMQ) -70 °C to +120 °C
blue SX
Polyurethane (PUR) -30 °C to +120 °C
black UD
Contact the manufacturer in the case of deviating ambient temperatures.
For the operating conditions which are permissible for your application, refer to
the technical product description supplied with the coupling.
Nameplate
The nameplate is an adhesive label and affixed to an appropriate place on the
coupling. The nameplate contains the following information:
Manufacturer's internet address
Coupling designation
Article no.
Order
Shipping date.
Alternatively, a nameplate according to the customer' specifications can be provided.