These shafts have keyways only on the ends, leaving a plain shaft in the center. Use the keyways with machine keys to transmit torque to gears, sprockets, and other keyed components.

We stock pre keyed shafting in many diameters, including metric diameters, with standard keyways. We can provide keyed shafts in any length up to 20 foot. All keyed Shafting is guaranteed to fit on a …

Jun 13, 2024 · Shaft keyways and keys are used to transmit torque from shafts to mechanical transmission elements such as gears, and pulleys, using a keyed joint. They can be made using a …

Keyed rotary shafts have a keyway milled into the length of the shaft to prevent slippage between the shaft and the rotating machine element. They are used in high-load applications such as hoists or …

A keyed shaft houses a machine key or keystock and works in unison with a rotating machine element to transmit torque to power transmission components. Fully keyed shafts provide a good fit between the …

Pre-keyed shafting is an economic alternative to machining shafts yourself while saving time and labor expense. Keyshafts are ideal for all projects requiring a drive shaft or rotary shaft when mating with …

Excalibur Keyshaft™ Pre-Keyed Shafting is the leader in continuous keyed shafting, offering keyway sizes and fits for a wide range of MRO and OEM applications.