Voith walks the torque
1st Quarter 2013
Electrical switching & drive systems & components
Voith manufactures and supplies a range of compact and robust torque converters ideally suited for motors that are sensitive to power absorption and high-speed applications.
“These hydrodynamic torque converters with combined speed and torque variation are mainly used on hyperbolic or constant torque applications,“ explains Derain Pillay, Voith divisional manager – energy, oil & gas. “The liquid flow produced by the pump drives the turbine, while the power is constantly controlled by the converter, which decreases output speeds and results in energy savings.”
Voith‘s range of torque converters are engineered to suit any power conversion application, providing a wide speed range and a flat efficiency curve. The torque converters are equipped with anti-friction bearings on the input side and sleeve bearings on the output side. Available power ranges from 280 to 3700 kW. Also available is a torque converter with continuous turning gear and a two position solenoid valve for guide vane adjustment, with power ranging from 2200 kW to 10 000 kW.
Pillay says that two of the main features of these torque converters are ease of installation and low operation costs. ”The shock and vibration dampening ensure minimal downtime risk with overload protection motors managing any risk areas while maintenance costs are kept low,” he adds.
According to Pillay the successful performance and operation of a product is determined to a very large extent by the quality of the service that is provided. “Voith prides itself on its renowned service abilities which include a toll free 24/7 helpline for fast and competent assistance,” he concludes.
For more information contact Terry-Lynn McIntosh, Voith Turbo, +27 (0)11 418 4036, [email protected], www.voith.com
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