Description
Definition:
The Clutch Hub 0006701262 is a central, internally splined component within the clutch assembly of a Claas combine harvester. It is mounted directly onto the gearbox input shaft and serves as the primary connection point for the clutch disc, linking the engine’s power to the transmission system.
Primary Functions:
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Power Transmission Link: The hub’s core function is to provide a direct, splined connection between the clutch disc and the transmission input shaft. When the clutch is engaged, torque from the disc is transferred through the hub’s splines directly to the gearbox.
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Synchronized Engagement: The internal splines of the hub mate perfectly with the external splines on the transmission input shaft. This ensures a precise and synchronized connection, allowing for smooth power transfer and preventing gear grinding during engagement.
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Guiding Disc Movement: It allows the clutch disc to slide axially along its splines. This sliding action is essential for disengagement—when the clutch is pressed, the disc can move away from the flywheel—while still maintaining the rotational connection to the shaft.
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Structural Support: As a mounted component on the input shaft, the hub adds structural integrity to the assembly. It helps maintain alignment and withstands the significant shear and torsional stresses generated by the high-torque diesel engine.
