The D-Series TINY-CLUTCH is a miniature roller and cam type one-way clutch. It is designed to be built into the customer's equipment and has no loose parts. The D-Series is most frequently used for allowing a driven member to overrun the input, backstopping a load and also functions to convert oscillating motion to rotary motion. The clutch uses our proven cam and roller principle for long trouble free performance. The design of the clutch allows for near zero backlash as well as high free-wheeling speeds. The clutch will not jam in the free direction. Each roller is energized by a spring which is held square and centered in a drilled pocket. The cam, housing and rollers are made of hardened steel.
Power may be applied to the clutch through either the housing or the cam. The cam is pinned or keyed to your shaft. The clutch drives through wedging action between the rollers and the housing. The rollers are maintained in contact with the housing by springs in the cam. The knurled hub on the housing allows installation of a pulley, gear or sprocket.