Application Profile Model SB Backstopping Clutch Auto Plant Water Pump Product Application P-7985-FC 5/19 A large auto manufacturer was experiencing problems with the check valves on an electric motor driven packaged water pump arrangement at one of its Midwestern assembly plants. When the valves did not work properly, water backflow would drive the pumps impeller and motor in the wrong direction, causing powertrain damage when the pumps were re-started. The facility manager wanted an alternative mechanical device that would prevent the pump from running backwards. After a comprehensive review of the customer application, Formsprag Clutch engineered and manufactured a custom ball bearing supported Model SB-600 backstopping clutch. The SB-600 is designed specifically to prevent

Join for free to read