The Walter Key Steel 4X4X16 is a high-precision machine component designed to facilitate the efficient transmission of torque in mechanical assemblies. Manufactured to strict tolerances, this parallel key (often referred to as a feather key or machine key) serves as the critical interface between a rotating shaft and a hub, such as a gear, pulley, sprocket, or coupling. By fitting snugly into the keyway of both the shaft and the hub, it prevents relative rotation and ensures positive drive engagement, making it an essential component for the maintenance and assembly of motors, gearboxes, and industrial machinery.
Constructed from high-grade carbon steel, this key offers excellent shear strength, which is vital for withstanding the rotational forces encountered in power transmission applications. The dimensions of 4mm width, 4mm height, and 16mm length are precision-ground to ensure a perfect fit in standard metric keyways (typically adhering to DIN 6885 or similar standards). This precise sizing eliminates play and backlash, which can lead to vibration, wear, and premature failure of the mating components. The steel composition strikes a balance between hardness and ductility, preventing the key from shearing under normal load while avoiding the brittleness that could cause it to snap under shock loads.
In industrial environments where downtime equates to lost productivity, having the correct size of pre-cut key steel is invaluable. Unlike long lengths of key stock that require measuring, cutting, and deburring, the Walter Key Steel 4X4X16 is ready for immediate installation. This makes it a preferred choice for maintenance engineers and technicians working on pumps, fans, conveyors, and automation equipment. Whether you are assembling new machinery or performing emergency repairs on a sheared key, this product provides the reliability and dimensional accuracy required for smooth, long-term operation.
Key Technical Specifications:
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| Packaging Description:1 per each |
| Material:Carbon Steel |
| Width:4mm |
| Height:4mm |
| Length :16mm |
| Product Type:Key Steel, Machine Key |
