WPT Clutch Release Spring Classification

1

Release Spring

W00-33-900

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue relaxation caused by long-term cyclic compression and extension during high-frequency clutch disengagement; 2. Corrosion and rust caused by long-term contact with clutch oil and humid working environment

1. Regularly check the elastic force of the spring (maintain within 85-115% of the rated elastic force) and free length (allowable deviation ≤ 0.5mm); 2. Use clutch oil that meets WPT specifications, avoid mixing different types of oil, and clean the spring surface of oil stains regularly

2

Release Spring

W00-33-901

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue cracking at the spring coil due to alternating stress during frequent clutch engagement and disengagement; 2. Deformation caused by improper installation, resulting in uneven force bearing

1. Avoid violent clutch operation to reduce the impact load on the spring; 2. Ensure the spring is installed in the correct position, with no tilting or jamming, and check the installation groove for smoothness

3

Release Spring

W00-33-902

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Wear of the spring surface caused by friction with the installation groove during elastic deformation; 2. Aging and performance degradation caused by long-term operation in high-temperature environment (exceeding 120℃)

1. Apply a thin layer of high-temperature resistant lubricating grease on the spring surface to reduce friction; 2. Control the clutch working temperature within 0-120℃, and install a cooling device if the environment temperature is too high

4

Release Spring

W00-33-903

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Corrosion caused by salt spray and humid environment in marine or coastal industrial scenarios; 2. Fatigue relaxation due to long-term overload operation beyond the rated elastic force

1. Use anti-corrosion coating for the spring in salt spray environments, and regularly inspect the corrosion status; 2. Strictly control the clutch operation load within the rated range to avoid overloading the spring

5

Release Spring

W00-33-904

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by external impact during equipment transportation or maintenance; 2. Performance degradation caused by long-term contact with corrosive media (such as acidic or alkaline substances)

1. Protect the spring with a protective cover during transportation and maintenance to avoid impact; 2. Keep the working environment clean, and avoid the spring coming into contact with corrosive media

6

Release Spring

W00-33-905

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue failure caused by long-term continuous operation without shutdown rest; 2. Wear of the spring end caused by contact with uneven installation surfaces

1. Arrange regular shutdown intervals to allow the spring to release stress; 2. Check the flatness of the spring installation surface (allowable deviation ≤ 0.1mm), and polish if necessary

7

Release Spring

W00-33-906

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Rust and corrosion caused by long-term storage in humid and unventilated environments; 2. Elastic force loss caused by improper storage (such as being compressed for a long time)

1. Store the spring in a dry, ventilated, and dust-free warehouse, and place it horizontally without compression; 2. Regularly inspect the stored spring for rust, and apply anti-rust oil if necessary

8

Release Spring

W00-33-907

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Wear caused by foreign particles (such as dust, metal chips) entering the gap between spring coils; 2. Fatigue cracking caused by inconsistent elastic force of multiple matched springs

1. Install a dust cover at the clutch release mechanism to prevent foreign particles from entering; 2. When replacing springs, select products of the same model and batch to ensure consistent elastic force

9

Release Spring

W00-33-908

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by high-temperature radiation from nearby heating components; 2. Wear of the spring coil caused by mutual friction between adjacent coils during deformation

1. Install a heat shield between the spring and heating components to avoid direct radiation; 2. Check the gap between spring coils regularly (allowable minimum gap ≥ 0.2mm), and replace if the gap is too small

10

Release Spring

W00-33-909

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue relaxation caused by frequent clutch slipping (resulting in prolonged spring compression); 2. Corrosion caused by clutch oil deterioration

1. Avoid clutch slipping during operation, and adjust the clutch clearance in time; 2. Replace the clutch oil regularly according to the equipment maintenance manual, and filter the oil before replacement

11

Release Spring

W00-33-910

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Bending deformation caused by uneven force during clutch disengagement; 2. Wear of the spring hook (if any) caused by repeated pulling

1. Check the clutch release mechanism for jamming regularly to ensure uniform force on the spring; 2. Inspect the spring hook (if any) for wear, and replace if the wear amount exceeds 0.3mm

12

Release Spring

W00-33-911

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Corrosion caused by water ingress into the clutch housing; 2. Elastic force degradation caused by long-term operation in low-temperature environments (below -20℃)

1. Check the clutch housing for sealing performance regularly to prevent water ingress; 2. Use low-temperature resistant lubricating oil in low-temperature environments, and preheat the equipment before startup

13

Release Spring

W00-33-912

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue failure caused by exceeding the maximum compression stroke during operation; 2. Wear caused by friction with metal edges of the installation part

1. Strictly control the clutch disengagement stroke within the rated range to avoid over-compressing the spring; 2. Smooth the metal edges of the installation part to avoid sharp edges scratching the spring

14

Release Spring

W00-33-914

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Rust caused by long-term exposure to outdoor rain and snow; 2. Performance degradation caused by ultraviolet radiation in outdoor environments

1. Install a protective cover for the outdoor clutch system to avoid direct exposure to rain and snow; 2. Use anti-ultraviolet coating for the spring in outdoor applications

15

Release Spring

W00-33-915

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue cracking caused by frequent emergency shutdowns (resulting in sudden spring load changes); 2. Corrosion caused by chemical vapors in the working environment

1. Reduce emergency shutdowns as much as possible, and operate the clutch smoothly; 2. In environments with chemical vapors, install a sealed protective cover for the spring

16

Release Spring

W00-33-916

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by improper disassembly and assembly tools (such as using pliers to clamp the spring coil); 2. Elastic force loss caused by high-temperature annealing during welding of nearby components

1. Use special spring disassembly and assembly tools to avoid damaging the spring coil; 2. When welding nearby components, disassemble the spring first to avoid high-temperature annealing

17

Release Spring

W00-33-917

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Wear caused by long-term vibration of the equipment; 2. Corrosion caused by electrolyte contamination (such as battery leakage in mobile equipment)

1. Install shock-absorbing pads at the clutch installation base to reduce vibration; 2. Check for electrolyte leakage in mobile equipment regularly, and clean the spring immediately if contaminated

18

Release Spring

W00-33-918

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue relaxation caused by long-term operation at high speed (resulting in increased centrifugal force); 2. Wear of the spring surface caused by dust accumulation

1. Ensure the clutch operates within the rated speed range to avoid excessive centrifugal force; 2. Clean the spring surface of dust regularly with compressed air

19

Release Spring

W00-33-919

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by collision between the spring and other components during clutch operation; 2. Corrosion caused by high humidity in tropical environments

1. Check the clearance between the spring and surrounding components regularly (allowable minimum clearance ≥ 1mm); 2. Use moisture-proof and anti-corrosion measures in tropical environments, such as installing dehumidifiers

20

Release Spring

W00-33-920

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue failure caused by uneven load distribution (such as spring tilting); 2. Wear caused by clutch oil containing metal particles

1. Adjust the clutch release mechanism to ensure the spring is under uniform load; 2. Install a high-precision oil filter in the clutch oil circuit to remove metal particles

21

Release Spring

W00-33-922

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Rust caused by long-term contact with water (such as washing equipment with water); 2. Elastic force degradation caused by aging of the spring material

1. Avoid washing the clutch area with water, and use a dry cloth to clean; 2. Replace the spring regularly according to the equipment service life (recommended replacement cycle: 2000 operating hours)

22

Release Spring

W00-33-923

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by excessive torque during clutch engagement; 2. Wear of the spring end face caused by contact with rotating components

1. Operate the clutch smoothly to avoid excessive torque impact; 2. Check the runout of rotating components near the spring regularly, and adjust if necessary

23

Release Spring

W00-33-924

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue cracking caused by frequent start-stop of the equipment; 2. Corrosion caused by industrial dust (such as coal dust, cement dust) adhesion

1. Reduce unnecessary start-stop operations; 2. Install a dust collection device near the clutch in dusty environments, and clean the spring regularly

24

Release Spring

W00-33-925

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by improper storage and stacking (such as heavy objects pressing on the spring); 2. Wear caused by friction with packaging materials during transportation

1. Store the spring in a single layer without stacking heavy objects; 2. Use soft packaging materials (such as foam) during transportation to avoid friction damage

25

Release Spring

W00-33-926

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Elastic force loss caused by high-temperature operation (exceeding 150℃); 2. Corrosion caused by clutch oil oxidation

1. Install a temperature monitoring device for the clutch system, and alarm when the temperature exceeds 120℃; 2. Add anti-oxidation additives to the clutch oil, and replace the oil when oxidation occurs

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Release Spring

W00-33-928

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Wear caused by long-term contact with abrasive particles in the working environment; 2. Fatigue relaxation caused by inconsistent compression frequency of multiple springs

1. Install a protective sleeve for the spring in abrasive environments; 2. Regularly check the compression frequency of multiple springs, and adjust the clutch mechanism if inconsistent

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Release Spring

W00-33-929

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by lateral force during clutch operation; 2. Corrosion caused by salt in coastal industrial environments

1. Check the clutch release mechanism for lateral deviation regularly, and correct if necessary; 2. Use stainless steel spring or anti-salt corrosion coating in coastal environments

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Release Spring

W00-33-930

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Fatigue failure caused by long-term operation beyond the rated speed; 2. Wear of the spring surface caused by oil sludge accumulation

1. Strictly abide by the equipment speed limit regulations; 2. Clean the spring surface of oil sludge regularly with a solvent that is compatible with the clutch oil

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Release Spring

W00-33-931

65Mn spring steel with shot peening treatment (surface hardness HRC 45-50, elastic modulus 200-210GPa)

1. Deformation caused by improper adjustment of the clutch release stroke; 2. Corrosion caused by long-term exposure to acidic rain

1. Adjust the clutch release stroke strictly according to the equipment manual; 2. Install a protective cover for the outdoor clutch system to avoid acidic rain erosion