Safety, Speed, and Strength - All in One
The design of Tsubaki Smart Connect™ ensures proper articulation and mitigates the risk of overtightening, preventing issues such as stiff or kinked joints. This leads to smoother operation and longer chain life.
Safer Assembly and Disassembly
No hammers or heavy tools needed: Unlike traditional methods, Tsubaki Smart Connect does not require hammers, tooling, or heavy, custom press tools. This significantly reduces the risk of injury and enhances workplace safety.
Quicker Assembly and Disassembly
Minimized labor and downtime: The innovative design of Tsubaki Smart Connect allows for faster assembly and disassembly., minimizing labor input and reducing production downtime. This efficiency translates to increased productivity and cost savings.
Ease of Use
Simple tools required: The assembly process only requires a common impact or torque wrench. This makes Tsubaki Smart Connect user-friendly and accessible, even in environments where specialized tools are not readily available.
Equivalent Strength
Robust and reliable: Tsubaki Smart Connect is engineered to provide equivalent strength to a comparable standard press fit connection. This ensures that you do not compromise on strength and durability while enjoying the benefits of easier assembly.
Versatility
Applicable to most chain designs: Tsubaki Smart Connect is available on most Tsubaki engineering class chain designs, offering flexibility and adaptability to a wide range of applications.
Innovative Design
Patented technology: The unique, patented design of Tsubaki Smart Connect sets it apart in the industry, showcasing Tsubaki’s commitment to innovation and quality.
Streamlined Assembly Process
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Step 1: Preparation
1. Preparation
Remove the nuts and the connecting link plate from the Tsubaki Smart Connect™ system.
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Step 2: Align and Insert
2. Align and Insert
Pull both ends of the chain together, insert the connecting link into the joints of the inner link, and place the connecting link plate over the pin ends.
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Step 3: Lower Nut Installation
3. Lower Nut Installation
Tighten the lower nut at the prescribed torque. Before tightening the nut, remove oil and other substances from the screw threads using a cloth.
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Step 4: Upper Nut Installation
4. Upper Nut Installation
Tighten the upper nut at the prescribed torque to complete the connection.
Traditional Press Fit Structure VS. Tsubaki Smart Connect Configuration
The Tsubaki Smart Connect system advances chain connection technology by simplifying the assembly and disassembly processes, making it safer, quicker, and more efficient compared to traditional press fit methods.
Traditional Press Fit Structure
Tools Required: The traditional press fit method requires the use of cumbersome and costly tools such as a custom hydraulic press.
Assembly Process:
- The assembly process involves multiple steps and requires significant physical effort, leading to longer production downtimes
- The need for various specialized tools and manual labor makes the process complex and labor-intensive
- Additional tools like hammers, cotter benders, and wrenches are necessary, adding to the manual labor and increasing the risk of injury and inefficiency
Smart Connect Configuration
Tools Required: Only requires a light, ergonomic, and commonly found handheld wrench or a traditional torque wrench
Assembly Process:
- The streamlined design allows for faster assembly and disassembly, minimizing the labor input and reducing the production downtime
- With fewer steps and the use of a single tool, the process is straightforward and easy to perform, even for operators with minimal training
- This significantly reduced the complexity of the process, making it more accessible and less physically demanding
Hardlock® Nut Technology
HARDLOCK® is a registered trademark (U.S. Reg. No. 4,762,537) owned by Hardlock Industry Co., Ltd., 6-24, Kawamata 1-chome, Higashiosaka-shi, Osaka, Japan 577-0063
- Convex Nut (Fixing Nut)
- The convex nut is designed with a concentric conical depression for locking the two nuts together
- Concave Nut (Locking Nut)
- The concave nut is designed with a concentric conical depression for locking the two nuts together