Mechanical Clutches

Mechanical Clutches and Couplings

Flowfit supplies a range of robust mechanical clutches and mechanical couplings for controlled power transmission in hydraulic, industrial, agricultural and marine systems. These units allow power to be reliably engaged or disengaged between an engine, motor, gearbox or hydraulic pump and the driven equipment.

Mechanical couplings are widely used throughout the marine industry, particularly on winches and windlasses. They can be pulley-driven, mounted face-to-face with internal combustion engines, or connected directly to couplings, gear drives, gearboxes and speed reducers.

How Do Mechanical Clutches Work?

A mechanical clutch controls the transfer of torque between a driving shaft and a driven shaft. Engaging the clutch connects the power source to the equipment, while disengaging it interrupts the drive without requiring the entire system to be stopped.

This provides dependable control for hydraulic pumps and other rotating equipment where the operator needs to connect or disconnect power on demand.

Mechanical Clutch Applications

• Marine equipment – Ideal for winches, windlasses and auxiliary hydraulic systems.
• Hydraulic pump drives – Suitable for connecting engines and motors to hydraulic pumps.
• Industrial machinery – Reliable power engagement for factory and processing equipment.
• Agricultural equipment – Designed for demanding machinery and mobile hydraulic applications.
• Gear and transmission systems – Suitable for use with couplings, gearboxes and speed reducers.

Key Features of Our Mechanical Clutches

• Strong and dependable torque transmission
• Quick engagement and disengagement of rotating equipment
• Suitable for hydraulic pumps, engines, motors and gear drives
• Available for a range of pump groups and mounting arrangements
• Reversible models available, with clockwise and anticlockwise versions available upon request
• Designed for industrial, agricultural and marine operating environments

Need Help Choosing a Mechanical Clutch?

Choosing the correct clutch depends on factors such as torque, rotational speed, pump group, mounting arrangement and direction of rotation. For further guidance, read our article: Need a Mechanical Clutch? Here’s How to Choose the Right Option.

Technical Specifications and Downloads

Technical specifications and product documents are available in PDF format on the relevant product pages. Select the product you require and open the download tab to view the available documentation.

Order Mechanical Clutches from Flowfit

Flowfit offers a carefully selected range of mechanical clutches for hydraulic, industrial and marine applications, backed by knowledgeable product support and reliable UK and international delivery.

For product selection assistance, call 01584 876 033 or email sales@flowfitonline.com to speak with our experienced team.