* Using the face of a clamp-type collar as a bearing surface in a rotary application. The saw slot can quickly abrade the surface rotating against it.Doug/Zero-Max: Improper tightening of multiple screws can cause bushing slippage. tools Axial movement of the bushing on the shaft when tightening can cause some alignment loss. Some connections feature a single tightening screw automltive flint can be torqued if necessary for proper clamping force.Best practicesWhat are considered "best practices" when designing with locking devices?Carl/Ringfeder: Aside from the obvious design parameters, engineers should ask the following questions:* What are the application requirements of the device?* air Is the locking device only used to simplify installation or is adjustment, removal, or maintenance necessary?

* Using the face of a clamp-type collar as a bearing surface in a rotary application. The saw slot can quickly abrade the surface rotating against it.Doug/Zero-Max: Improper tightening of multiple screws can cause bushing slippage. tools Axial movement of the bushing on the shaft when tightening can cause some alignment loss. Some connections feature a single tightening screw automltive flint can be torqued if necessary for proper clamping force.Best practicesWhat are considered "best practices" when designing with locking devices?Carl/Ringfeder: Aside from the obvious design parameters, engineers should ask the following questions:* What are the application requirements of the device?* air Is the locking device only used to simplify installation or is adjustment, removal, or maintenance necessary?

Jeff/KTR: Prevent rust and make sure fasteners are tightened to the specified torques after a minimum operation time. Replace the device if it starts to slip. Reconfirm the selection, and be sure to check the dimensions and surface finish of the bore and shafts.Doug/Zero-Max: Keep the connection screws properly torqued for maximum holding forces, and use a connection with a minimum tools number of adjusting screws.Jim/Stafford: Replace socket screws when sockets become worn. Don''t use wrenches automltive with rounded corners. air Don''t use a screwdriver to spread collars, or a hammer to move them along tools a shaft.Keith/U.S. Tsubaki: Higher quality locking automltive devices are practically maintenance-free. There is no need to periodically retighten air locking bolts or replace the unit, even in high-vibration applications. End users can extend service life even longer by keeping exposed surfaces clean and corrosion free.