Flexible Coupling
high
Torsionally flexible coupling between engine and shaft line
8000h
Service Interval
20 yr
Typical Lifetime
Typical Manufacturers
Vulkan
Geislinger
Known Models (3)
Geislinger Gesilco D
20000 kW
· N/A (mechanical)
Common Failures:
- • Leaf spring fatigue
- • Oil leakage from damper
- • Damping characteristic change
Service: Steel-spring damping coupling; check oil level in damper chamber.
Spares: Geislinger: Dichtungs-Elemente und Verschleißmesswerkzeuge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen.
Vulkan RATO S
15000 kW
· N/A (mechanical)
Common Failures:
- • Rubber element ageing/cracking
- • Bolt loosening
- • Torsional vibration damage
- • Misalignment wear
Service: Rubber-in-shear type; inspect rubber elements for cracks every 2 years.
Spares: Vulkan: Dichtungs-Elemente und Verschleißmesswerkzeuge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen.
Vulkan VULKARDAN L
8000 kW
· N/A (mechanical)
Common Failures:
- • Elastomer wear
- • Hub keyway fretting
- • Vibration increase over time
Service: Highly elastic coupling; replace elastomer elements per Vulkan schedule.
Spares: Vulkan: Dichtungs-Elemente und Verschleißmesswerkzeuge an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 4-8 Wochen.