MGD / MGTL

MagnaGuard Delay
& Torque Limiting
Couplings
10 — 2,000 Hp

Key Features & Benefits:

• Substantial Energy Savings
• “Green” Technology
• No Physical Connection Between
Motor and Load
• No Lubrication Required
• Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
• Efficient Torque Transfer
• Accepts Misalignment
• Cushioned and Delay Start
• Torque Limiting to Protect Equipment
• Eliminates Vibration Transfer
Between Motor and Load
• Low Maintenance
• Simple Installation & Operation
• Increases Seal & Bearing Life
Ideal for Applications Subject to:
• Vibration
• Periodic Load Seizure
• Pulsating Loads
• Thermal Expansion
• Shock Loading
• Tight Space Constraints
• Fluid Coupling Problems
 Principle of Operation
The MagnaDrive family of disconnected magnetic
couplings is available in four different styles, each
providing unique motor to load torque transfer and
protection features. These couplings are the
MagnaGuard Economizer (MGE, see specific brochure
for more information), Fixed Gap Coupling (FGC, see
specific brochure for more information), MagnaGuard
Delay (MGD), and MagnaGuard Torque Limiting
(MGTL). In general, each of these couplings
transmits torque from the motor to the load using
the same principles of operation with NO
PHYSICAL CONNECTION of the driver shaft to
load shaft.
The main components of the magnetic coupling are
a Magnet Rotor that is surrounded by a Conductor
Rotor.
The Magnet Rotor and Conductor Rotor are NEVER IN CONTACT with each other. Torque is transmitted
through an air gap in the coupling by the relative motion between the Conductor Rotor and extremely powerful
permanent magnets contained in the Magnet Rotor. This relative motion creates a magnetic field in the
Conductor that forms a very strong flux field with the magnets thereby transmitting torque across the space
between the Magnet Rotor and Conductor Rotor components.
In addition to the Conductor Rotor and Magnet Rotor, the MGD and 1) Magnet Rotors
MGTL couplings have two hubs that are connected to the motor and
load shafts with a unique locking mechanism called a shrink disc. The
shrink disc is a compression fitting that grips the shaft with tremendous
compression forces. No keyways or pins are required.

1) Magnet Rotor – A precision-machined aluminum Rotor that contains

the powerful rare-earth magnets. The magnets are manufactured from a
Neodymium-Iron-Boron (NdFeB) alloy with a half-life of more than 2,000
years. The Magnet Rotor is usually mounted to the load hub.

2) Steel Conductor – The Conductor Rotor assembly is fabricated of a

steel housing with copper conductor rings attached to the inside surface
facing the Magnet Rotor. The Conductor Rotor assembly is mounted to
the motor shaft.

3) Hubs and Shrink Discs – The coupling hubs are attached to the
motor and load shafts using high strength shrink discs. The shrink disc
applies radial compression forces to fasten the hubs to the shafts. These
forces are so high that no keyway or pins are required 2) Steel & Copper
for installation. 3) Hubs and Shrink
Discs Conductors

Like all MagnaDrive couplings, the MagnaGuard Delay (MGD) and Torque-Limiting (MGTL) couplings
provide a cushioned start. However, both the MGD and MGTL provide extra cushioning by a momentary
delay in full torque-transfer. Immediately upon start of the motor there is a large amount of slip between the
Conductor Rotor and the Magnet Rotor, so starting shock is cushioned. During start-up, when slip is
greatest, there is also a natural repulsive force between the magnets and the conductors. The MGD and
MGTL couplings allow the Magnet Rotors to slide away, increasing the air-gap by an additional 1/8” (1/16”
per side). In this position the starting torque is reduced, providing additional cushioning of starting shock. As
the Magnet Rotor accelerates and approaches motor speed, the repulsive forces are reduced, and the
Magnet Rotors shift to their normal full-torque position.
 MGD
MGD (MagnaGuard Delay) Coupling
During a load seizure, the high differential speed (slip) between the magnet
and Conductor Rotors causes the high repulsive force to be re-instated. This
allows the MGD to shift to its lower-torque position, and the load is partially
disengaged. This provides additional mechanical cushioning of a load
seizure. The MGD can be installed in horizontal or vertical positions, and
can operate in forward or reverse direction of rotation.

MGTL (MagnaGuard Torque Limiting) Coupling

The MGTL operates like the MGD, but with the additional ability to
completely disconnect the load from the motor in the event of a load seizure
or other over-torque condition. Upon start-up, the Magnet Rotors shift to a MGTL
reduced-torque position, like the MGD coupling. In the MGTL, “flippers”
control this axial shift. At normal running speed, centrifugal force causes
these flippers to pivot out of the way. The Magnet Rotors remain in their full-
torque position. During a load-seizure, the repulsive force causes the
Magnet Rotors to move more than 1” away from the conductors, because the
“flippers” are no longer limiting the rotor shift. With such a large air-gap,
torque transfer is minimal and the load is completely disengaged from the
motor. The MGTL can operate in this condition indefinitely without damage.
Stopping the motor allows the Magnet Rotors to reset and the flippers
to return to the starting position. The load must be cleared before restarting
the equipment. Other than stopping the motor and clearing the load, the
MGTL requires no operator intervention. The MGTL is for horizontal
installations only, and cannot accommodate reverse rotation applications.

Typical Industries MagnaDrive Couplings provide a disconnected, Cushioned Start.

Because the motor does not have to overcome load inertia, the
• Mining & Cement Peak Demand Current and duration of Inrush are reduced
• Power Generation significantly. This Cushioned Start results in energy savings (see
• Oil & Gas Graph) and reduced equipment wear. For many applications a
lower Peak Demand Current may contribute to lower electrical
• Chemical Processing power rates. Also, the Coupling air gap can be adjusted during
• Pulp & Paper installation to operate a pump, fan or blower at less than
• HVAC maximum flow, with sizable energy savings based on the
• Water & Wastewater centrifugal Affinity Laws.
• Irrigation
• Maritime Energy Saving Coupling Comparison
Belt
DirectStart
Coupled

• General Manufacturing
MagnaDrive Start
MagnaDrive Coupling

• And many more 10 0

Lower Peak
Flow Reduction Resulting Power
Demand
Typical Applications 80
w/ Shimming Saved
3% 9%
• Conveyor Belts, Bucket Elevators
& Other Bulk Handling Equipment 60 5% 14%
• Pumps Lower
10% 27%
40
• Compressors Inrush
15% 39%
Duration
• Centrifuges
20
• Fans, Blowers
• Chippers, Shredders
0
• Pulpers, Re-Pulpers 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
• Crushers, Hammermills Relative Time (seconds)
• Mixers
Technical Data

Conductor Side Assembly

Distance to
Model CG (at min.
Ø Width A Weight WR2
shaft
engagement)

(inch) (inch) (inch) (lb) (inch) (lbf*inch^2)

12/20 11.75 6.21 1.85 37 2.41 615
14/30 14.50 6.21 1.85 55 2.71 1,340
14/40 14.50 6.21 1.85 55 2.71 1,340
14/50 14.50 6.21 1.85 55 2.71 1,340
16/60 16.50 6.21 1.85 71 2.87 2,280
16/75 16.50 6.21 1.85 71 2.87 2,280
16/100 16.38 7.09 2.23 79 3.30 2,510
16/125 16.38 7.09 2.23 79 3.30 2,510
16/150 16.38 7.09 2.23 79 3.30 2,510
MGD 16/200 16.38 7.09 2.23 79 3.30 2,510
18/250 18.50 7.09 2.23 101 3.48 4,070
18/300 18.50 7.09 2.23 101 3.48 4,070
20/350 22.13 7.26 2.88 175 3.53 10,160
20/400 22.13 7.26 2.88 175 3.53 10,160
22/450 24.13 7.26 2.88 203 3.65 14,120
22/500 24.13 7.26 2.88 203 3.65 14,120
22/600 24.13 7.26 2.88 203 3.65 14,120
24/700 27.80 8.14 3.98 299 4.08 27,320
24/1000 27.80 8.14 3.98 299 4.08 27,320

14/40 14.50 7.84 1.85 56 3.38 1,390

14/50 14.50 7.84 1.85 56 3.38 1,390
16/60 16.50 7.84 1.85 72 3.56 2,350
16/75 16.50 7.84 1.85 72 3.56 2,350
16/100 16.38 9.22 2.23 81 4.12 2,590
16/125 16.38 9.22 2.23 81 4.12 2,590
16/150 16.38 9.22 2.23 81 4.12 2,590
16/200 16.38 9.22 2.23 81 4.12 2,590
MGTL 18/250 18.50 9.22 2.23 102 4.34 4,170
18/300 18.50 9.22 2.23 102 4.34 4,170
20/350 22.13 9.39 2.88 180 4.37 10,620
20/400 22.13 9.39 2.88 180 4.37 10,620
22/450 24.13 9.39 2.88 207 4.52 14,640
22/500 24.13 9.39 2.88 207 4.52 14,640
22/600 24.13 9.39 2.88 207 4.52 14,640
24/700 27.80 10.76 3.98 302 5.02 27,950
24/1000 27.80 10.76 3.98 302 5.02 27,950
* These dimensions may vary per application
MagnaDrive = Lowest Total Cost of Ownership

Fluid Rigid Disk

Couplings Couplings Couplings MGD/MGTL
Direct Coupled Yes Yes Yes No
First Cost High Low Medium Medium
Total Cost of
High High High Low
Ownership
Oil leak /
None. Completely
Environmental contamination and
Uses grease na clean / Green
Issues oil disposal
technology
problems
Usually very heavy
and bulky
equipment requiring Time spent with Time spent with
Installation Issues extra labor and time alignment alignment
Easy to install
to install as well as
setting-up oil levels
Less than Fluid
Couplings
Space Requirements High Low Low Easy to retrofit into
existing Fluid Coupling
Installations
Needs periodic Needs periodic Needs periodic
Alignment Issues laser alignment laser alignment laser alignment
None

Some, but likely will

Overload Torque melt / blow off
No No Yes
Protection fusible plug ejecting
oil
Cushioned / Delayed
Moderate No No Yes
Start
Difficult to control
Minimizes Belt Uplift
Conveyor Delay Start Belt Uplift and
No No and overtorque during
Feature prone to
startup
overtorque / oil spill
Medium High High
System / Maintenance
Requires spare Requires spare Requires spare Low
Requirements parts and oil parts parts
MagnaDrive offers the
Vibration transfer Vibration transfer Vibration transfer
longest life on bearings,
Equipment Life Issues causes lower causes lower causes lower
seals, and other
equipment life equipment life equipment life
equipment

MagnaDrive’s “Green” disconnected torque-transfer technology

reduces your total cost of ownership by lowering maintenance and
operating costs, increasing process availability, and improving
system reliability.
 MGD 20/400, 300HP, 1800RPM, Mining, Gear Box in
Bulk Conveyor System, AZ, USA MGD 18/250, 150HP, 1500RPM, Iron Mill, Australia

MGTL 18/250, 240HP, 1800RPM, Mining, Conveyor

System, UT, USA MGTL 12/20, Power Generation, Conveyor System, TX, USA

MGD 18/250, 150HP, 1500RPM, Steel Mill, Conveyor

System, Australia MGD 16/125, 55HP, 1480RPM, Mining, Bulk Material Handling
Conveyor System, Australia
 MGD / MGTL Sample Installations

MGD 20/400, 250HP, 1500RPM, Conveyor System, Mining, Botswana

MGD 24/700, 700HP, 1800RPM, Pulp & Paper, Pulper MGD 14/40, 40HP, 1800RPM, Airport Conveyor System
Drum Application, WA, USA TN, USA

About MagnaDrive
MagnaDrive Corporation was founded in 1999, and is based out of Bellevue, WA. The company’s
breakthrough magnetic technology provides a cost effective solution to increase reliability and lower
maintenance expense while achieving energy savings and process control. The impact and potential of the
technology was recognized by Industry Week magazine, which selected MagnaDrive as Technology of the
Year in 2001. MagnaDrive was selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing private companies
in the United States. Recently, Deloitte named MagnaDrive one of the 100 fastest growing technology
companies in North America. MagnaDrive offers a family of products to accomplish a broad range of operating
objectives: Reliability, Speed Control, Torque Management, Cushioned Start, Vibration Control and
Misalignment Tolerance.

MagnaDrive Corporation
600 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1014, Bellevue, Washington 98004
Tel. (425) 463-4700 Fax (425) 463-4747
info@magnadrive.com / www.magnadrive.com
MagnaDrive is a trademark of MagnaDrive Corporation. © MagnaDrive Corp. All rights reserved.