5x8MM Flexible Shaft Coupler

  • 🔩 Flexible shaft coupler (5mm × 8mm)
  • 🌀 Flex design reduces misalignment and vibration
  • ⚙️ Connects 5mm motor shaft to 8mm lead screw/shaft
  • 💪 Helps protect motor bearings from stress
  • 🛠️ Secure set-screw clamping for firm grip
  • 📏 Smooth torque transfer with less noise
  • 🧩 Ideal for CNC, 3D printers, robotics, and linear motion
  • ✅ Great choice for lead screw coupling applications
SKU: AB1864

60,00 EGP

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Description

5x8mm Flexible Shaft Coupler (Aluminum Alloy)

The 5mm to 8mm Flexible Shaft Coupler is a precision-engineered connector designed
to bridge the gap between a stepper motor and a lead screw or axle. It is most commonly used in
3D Printers (like Ender 3/CR-10) and small CNC machines to connect
a NEMA 17 motor shaft (5mm) to a T8 lead screw (8mm). Its flexible design allows for slight
misalignments while maintaining high torque transmission.


Key Features

  • Vibration Dampening: The spiral “beam” cut design absorbs parallel and angular misalignments, reducing wear on bearings and motors.
  • Precision Fit: Zero-backlash operation ensures high accuracy in motion control projects.
  • High-Grade Material: Machined from high-strength aluminum alloy for a lightweight yet durable performance.
  • Secure Fastening: Equipped with two grub screws (M4) on each side to provide a slip-free grip on the shafts.
  • Easy Installation: Simple “clamp” mechanism allows for quick assembly and disassembly.

Full Technical Specifications

Attribute Details
Internal Diameter (Side A) 5.00 mm
Internal Diameter (Side B) 8.00 mm
Outer Diameter 19.00 mm
Total Length 25.00 mm
Material Anodized Aluminum Alloy
Screw Size M4 Grub Screws (Hex Drive)
Maximum Misalignment 2° (Angular) / 0.1mm (Radial)

Common Applications

  • 3D Printers: Connecting Z-axis stepper motors to T8 lead screws.
  • CNC Machines: Coupling motors to drive shafts in DIY routers.
  • Robotics: Power transmission between motors and wheel axles.
  • Scientific Instruments: High-precision rotary motion control.

Assembly Tip: For the best results, leave a small 1-2mm gap between the two shafts inside the coupler. This ensures the flexible section can properly compress and expand to absorb vibrations.

Specification

General

WeightWeight0,00 g
MaterialAluminum 6061-T6
TypeFlexible Shaft Coupler
Bore Size5mm × 8mm
Outer Diameter12 mm (approx.)
Length25 mm (approx.)
FlexibilityAllows slight angular and parallel misalignment
Weight10 g
Torque RatingUp to 0.5 Nm
Operating Temperature-40°C to 120°C
CompatibilityFor connecting 5mm and 8mm shafts

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