Highly elastic homokinetic drive shaft for connecting the gearbox and propeller shaft. For applications with large angular deviations.

Torque transmission via a double cardanic drive shaft with a CV joint on one side and a highly elastic rubber element on the other. Dissipation of the propeller thrust via a self-aligning thrust bearing on the hull. Specially designed to reduce noise and vibration. Dampens torsional vibrations and shocks, interrupts structure-borne noise and tolerates (homokinetic) angular deviations of up to 8 or 3 degrees. Also offers a high level of electrical insulation.

Mounts via a clamping hub with minimal effort. Delivered with integrated anti-rotation device and in largely ready-to-install condition.

Application

• Between engine and transmission
• Between gearbox and propeller shaft
• Between water jet
• Between Z-drive etc.

Characteristics

Is mounted between gearbox and propeller shaft, whereby the thrust of the propeller is absorbed in the thrust bearing.
Depending on the size and speed of the CENTAFLEX-ACV, an angle between the output shaft/flange of the gear unit and the propeller shaft of up to approx. 6 degrees may be allowed.

The elastic motor mounts under the motor/gearbox combination do not have to absorb any axial pressure force.