Beam Couplings GN 2246

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Beam couplings GN 2246 transmit angle positions and torques with extreme precision and no backlash. They are manufactured of a single piece and offer high torsional stiffness thanks to the alternating slits. The clamping hubs make beam couplings very easy to assemble.

They are used in applications where precise position and movement transmission is required, such as in the drive systems of position measuring systems and in test benches.

Specification

AluminumAL

Anodized finish, natural color
Temperature resistant up to 302 °F (150 °C)
Socket cap screws DIN 912
Steel, blackened finish

RoHS

On request

Inch bores
Bore with keyway

Technical drawing

GN 2246 Aluminum Beam Couplings, with Clamping Hub, with Metric Bores sketch

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Part Number	d₁	d₂ - d₃ +0.001 Bore Recommended shaft tolerance -0.001

2246-12-B4-4-AL	0.47	4-4 +0.001 / -0.001	4-5	5-5	-	-	-
2246-12-B4-5-AL	0.47	4-4 +0.001 / -0.001	4-5	5-5	-	-	-
2246-12-B5-5-AL	0.47	4-4 +0.001 / -0.001	4-5	5-5	-	-	-
2246-16-B5-5-AL	0.63	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	6-6	-	-	-
2246-16-B5-6-AL	0.63	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	6-6	-	-	-
2246-16-B6-6-AL	0.63	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	6-6	-	-	-
2246-20-B5-5-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-20-B5-6-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-20-B5-8-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-20-B6-6-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-20-B6-8-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-20-B8-8-AL	0.79	5-5 +0.001 / -0.001	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
2246-25-B6-6-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-25-B6-8-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-25-B6-10-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-25-B8-8-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-25-B8-10-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-25-B10-10-AL	0.98	6-6 +0.001 / -0.001	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
2246-32-B10-10-AL	1.26	10-10 +0.001 / -0.001	10-12	12-12	-	-	-
2246-32-B10-12-AL	1.26	10-10 +0.001 / -0.001	10-12	12-12	-	-	-
2246-32-B12-12-AL	1.26	10-10 +0.001 / -0.001	10-12	12-12	-	-	-

d₁	d₄ Thread	l₁	l₂ Recommended shaft insertion depth	l₃	l₄	Tightening torque of the screw in Nm ≈

0.47	M 2	0.73	0.20	0.10	0.16	0.5
0.47	M 2	0.73	0.20	0.10	0.16	0.5
0.47	M 2	0.73	0.20	0.10	0.16	0.5
0.63	M 2.5	0.91	0.26	0.13	0.20	1
0.63	M 2.5	0.91	0.26	0.13	0.20	1
0.63	M 2.5	0.91	0.26	0.13	0.20	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
1.26	M 4	1.61	0.47	0.24	0.43	2.5
1.26	M 4	1.61	0.47	0.24	0.43	2.5
1.26	M 4	1.61	0.47	0.24	0.43	2.5

d₁	d₂ - d₃ +0.001 Bore Recommended shaft tolerance -0.001

0.47	4-4	4-5	5-5	-	-	-
0.63	5-5	5-6	6-6	-	-	-
0.79	5-5	5-6	5-8	6-6	6-8	8-8
0.98	6-6	6-8	6-10	8-8	8-10	10-10
1.26	10-10	10-12	12-12	-	-	-

d₁	d₄ Thread	l₁	l₂ Recommended shaft insertion depth	l₃	l₄	Tightening torque of the screw in Nm ≈

0.47	M 2	0.73	0.20	0.10	0.16	0.5
0.63	M 2.5	0.91	0.26	0.13	0.20	1
0.79	M 2.5	1.02	0.30	0.15	0.26	1
0.98	M 3	1.22	0.33	0.17	0.35	1.5
1.26	M 4	1.61	0.47	0.24	0.43	2.5

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Technical Values

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d₁	Rated torque in Nm	Max. speed (min^-1)	Moment of inertia in kgm²	Static torsional stiffness in Nm/rad

12	0.4	52000	7.8 x 10^{^-8}	45
16	0.5	39000	3.4 x 10^{^-7}	80
20	1	31000	9.1 x 10^{^-7}	170
25	2	25000	2.6 x 10^{^-6}	380
32	4	19000	9.7 x 10^{^-6}	500

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d₁	Max. shaft misalignment Lateral in mm	Axial in mm	Angular in °

12	0.1	± 0.3	2
16	0.1	± 0.4	2
20	0.1	± 0.4	2
25	0.2	± 0.5	2
32	0.2	± 0.5	2

Misalignment and Runout Tolerances


Like all mechanical parts, shafts are subjected to manufacturing and assembly tolerances that generally cannot be entirely eliminated even with extensive technical measures. If these deviations are not taken into account in the design, the result can be vibrations, running noises, and wear or damage to the shafts and their bearings. Suitable couplings not only are able to effectively compensate for misalignment and runout errors, they also greatly simplify the assembly process, thereby reducing the overall labor required. Shaft misalignment and runout errors can vary in nature and should always be taken into consideration when selecting the appropriate coupling.
Error type						Misalignment diagram
Lateral The axes of the shafts are in fact parallel, but they are offset laterally and do not line up.						$Misalignment diagram{St:_}Lateral$
Angular The axes of the shafts do not lie in the same plane; they meet at a certain angle.						$Misalignment diagram{St:_}Angular$
Axial The shafts move axially along the axis of rotation.						$Misalignment diagram{St:_}Axial$
Runout The shafts move radially out of the center of the axis of rotation.						$Misalignment diagram{St:_}Runout$

Shaft Insertion Depth

For correct fastening of the coupling hubs, the shaft must be installed according to the recommended shaft insertion depth l₂. The shaft insertion depth l₂ is specified in the standard sheet of the respective coupling.
If the insertion depth is too low, the shaft could slip out of the coupling, or the clamping hub could break. If the shaft is inserted too far, this can cause interference within the coupling, leading to damage.

Static Torsional Stiffness and Temperature

The diagrams show the change in static torsional stiffness within the permissible operating temperature range, under the assumption that the static torsional stiffness at 68°F (20 °C) is 100 percent. The torsional stiffness of the couplings decreases with increasing temperature.

Statische Torsionssteife und Temperatur | GN 2246 AL

Restoring Force – Eccentricity

When the shaft ends are installed in eccentric arrangements, the coupling constantly attempts to return to its neutral position. The resulting force is referred to as restoring force.
If the couplings are installed with the lowest possible eccentricity, the resulting restoring forces are lower. This also reduces the force acting on the shaft bearing.

Rückstellkraft - Exzentrizität | GN 2246 AL

Restoring Force – Pressure

If the coupling is under pressure, subject to compressive load in the axial direction, it will strive to return to its neutral position. The force that counteracts the compressive force is referred to as restoring force.
Lowering the compression acting on a coupling results in a lower restoring force and less force exerted axially. This must always be taken into account in dimensioning the coupling.

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