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What is MK Clutch?
Clutch is a part which helps in transmitting power from engine to the gearbox for moving the vehicle. The clutch is designed for the each model exclusive by MK as per the requirement of the vehicle manufacturer. The quality is tested through latest R&D machines specially designed to test clutch plates at variable speeds and harsh conditions so that there should be no problem after the fitment in the vehicle and driving is safe and comfortable. The quality is so high that the durability and efficiency is comparable to any other manufacturer in the world. Intermediate friction plate are made of high carbon steel, and the core plates are made from aluminum, steel, high temperature resistant plastics, or phenol resin based fiber depending on the design of the clutch. The friction material in wet type clutch is made in three types rubber based, cork based or paper based and for dry clutch, resin and fiber based material is used. This friction material is lined on the core plates to generate the torque in the engine. There are different friction materials for different applications to enhance the quality and performance of the vehicle i.e. more mileage, more life, high pickup etc. The complete clutch is made inside the plant so that there should be no defects at any stage; only the raw materials are bought from outside and checked at the time of procurement. The process involved in making the clutch is so atomized with integrated production line that there is no possibility of mistake. MK is producing clutch plates for vehicle starting from 50cc to 650 cc. MK is always working on quality and cost so that it can provide the best quality at best price in international market. MK the specialist in friction material has spent almost 50 years in improving the clutch technology.
What is the function of Clutch?
In simple words the function of clutch is to move and stop the vehicle without damaging the engine. The clutch is fitted inside the engine, to stop the power from being transmitted to wheels clutch playas a key role. Clutch also has a major importance in smooth engaging and disengaging of gears which ultimately stops engine from getting ruined.
MECHANISM
Transmission in automobiles is a systematically arrangement of parts connecting the engine to the wheels. The simplest transmissions are manual transmissions, and consist of a system of interlocking gearwheels; these wheels are arranged so that by operating a lever the driver can choose one of several ratios of speed between the input shaft and the output shaft. These ratios are called gears. To allow smooth shifting from one gear to another, a clutch is provided to disengage the engine from the transmission. A clutch is a mechanism for transmitting rotation, which can be engaged and disengaged. Clutches are useful in devices that have two rotating shafts. In these devices, one shaft is typically driven by a motor, and the other shaft drives another device. The clutch connects the two shafts so that they can either be locked together and spin at the same speed or be decoupled and spin at different speeds.
WORKING
On most 2-Wheelers, the clutch is operated by the clutch lever located on the left handle bar. No pressure on the lever means that the Clutch plates are engaged (driving), while pulling the lever back towards the rider will disengage the clutch plates, allowing the rider to shift gears. These clutches are usually made up of a stack of alternating plain steel and friction plates. one type of plate has lugs on its inner diameter that key it to the engine crankshaft, while the other type of plate lugs on its outer diameter that key it to a basket that turns the transmission input shaft. The plates are forced together by a set of coil springs when the clutch is engaged.
Racing Motorcycles often use slipper clutches to eliminate the effects of engine braking.
In a car the clutch is operated by the left-most pedal using Hydraulics or a cable connection from the pedal to the clutch mechanism.
Manufacturing process of a 2 wheeler Clutch Plate
Manufacturing process of a 2 wheeler Clutch Plate
Clutch Friction Disc 2-wheeler
Two Wheeler clutch friction disc also called as friction lining is made up of a splined round metal part plate covered with friction material (lining) .the Splines in center of the clutch disc mash with splines on the input shaft of manual transmission. This makes the input shaft and disc turn together. However the disc is free to slide back and forth in the shaft.
Clutch Friction Disc Cork and Paper Base
Cork base clutch is made up of Heat resistant non asbestos cork and fibers. Grooves are cut into friction material to aid cooling and releasing Clutch disc. In 4 wheeler clutches the rivets are used to hold the friction material to both sides of the metal body of the disc.
Paper base clutch friction disc is made up of heat-resistant cellulose based material molded together. Cellulose is used to prolong life of the clutch and provide more torsional strength. Paper Clutch friction disc has more life than cork base friction materials as it possess:
* More heat resistant property
* Low wear and tear characteristics
* High endurance
At MK we make clutch as required by our customers with meeting international standards in any design and with any friction material technology. Some of the examples are displayed below:
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