Maximum torque transmission: the fluid coupling oil filling can be tailored to suit the motor

characteristic. It is possible for a fluid coupling to transmit the full motor breakdown torque for up
to 20 second

The higher the viscosity of the operating fluid, the more unfavorable the transmission behavior.
The viscosity Index and flash points of operating fluid are important

What is the purpose of Thermal Protection on constant fill fluid couplings?

Thermal protection on a fluid coupling provides safety to a fluid coupling and directly to the driver
and driven machine.

Fusible plug is most common thermal protection. If the temperature of fluid in the coupling
increases due to any reason (which includes overloads) than the fusible metal in plug melts & all
the fluid in the coupling drains out thus stopping power transmission & reloading the prime mover.

What is the advantage of a delay chamber?

Certain quantity of oil is stored in delayfil chamber during coupling at stand still. Thus a motor
starting run up the oil quantity in working circuit is low which results into quick motor acceleration
and low starting torque achieving smooth acceleration of driven machine. After some period the
oil in delayfil chamber drains into working circuit resulting into better efficiency during operation.

When do oil change is recommended in the fluid coupling?

The first fill of Oil should be drained after first 400 working hours. This oil can be filtered and
refilled or fresh oil may be filled. After 1st fill change, oil can be used for next 15000 working
hours. Oil level should be checked periodically & if needed should be topped up.