Aerospace Universal Joint Application Brief

Precision universal joints are precisely what you need for your flight and space applications

Belden Military Standard (MS series) Universal Joints are manufactured to withstand the most demanding operating conditions, the harshest working environments and requires little maintenance in the field. These universal joints are specifically designed and precisely manufactured for a variety of applications including high lift actuation and control mechanisms for aircraft where low deflection rates, high strength-to-weight ratios and long service life are essential.

To ensure consistent performance, the joints have undergone Qualification and Acceptance Testing by a lab and the U.S. Department of Defense. Reaction frames were designed and fabricated to perform torsional play, tightness, static torque, endurance and lubrication retention tests. The heavy-duty MS 271 series military standard universal joints meet or exceed the U.S. Department of Defense requirements for Military Specification MIL-J-6193.

The MS design that is mandated for all Government/Military and Aerospace applications is also utilized in Performance and NASCAR Racing. The high-strength pin and block design can be modified and manufactured in various materials such as aircraft 17-5 and 15-5 and marine grade 316 and 316L stainless steel for extreme corrosive environments.

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