If you’re sizing a conveyor backstop or retrofitting a bucket elevator, you’ve probably heard of the CKZF-B series flywheel backstop clutch. To be honest, the market has shifted toward non-contact overrunning designs because maintenance teams are tired of friction wear and heat haze on long runs. This model—built in Hebei at No. 3, Area B, Bearing Industry Mass Entrepreneurship Park, Beihuan Road, Linxi County, Xingtai City—lands squarely in that trend.
The phrase from the factory is simple: “CKZF-B Is A Bearing Non-Contact.” In practice, that means the sprag/freewheel elements lift off during overrunning, reducing drag and wear, then lock instantly when reverse rotation tries to kick in. Many customers say this solved the “hot housing” problem on incline conveyors. And yes, the CKZF-B series flywheel backstop clutch is aimed at bulk materials handling, gearboxes, and any drivetrain that can’t afford rollback.
| Parameter | Typical spec (≈) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bore size range | Ø25–150 mm | Custom bores on request |
| Rated backstop torque | 200–6,000 N·m | Real-world use may vary with duty cycle |
| Overrunning speed | Up to 3,600 rpm | Check thermal limits |
| Operating temperature | -20 to 120 °C | Seals and grease grade dependent |
| Materials | 52100/GCr15 bearing steel | Hardened raceways, ground |
| Service life (L10h) | ≥20,000–40,000 h | Per ISO 281, calculated |
Manufacturing flow, briefly: forged bearing steel → CNC turning/grinding → heat treatment → precision lapping → balancing (G6.3 typical) → assembly in clean conditions → 100% torque verification. Testing often references ISO 281 (life), ISO 1940-1 (balance), ASTM E18 (hardness), and material to ASTM A485/GB/T 18254. I guess the headline here is consistency; the plant’s SPC charts looked tidy when I visited.
- Inclined belt conveyors and bucket elevators (CEMA/DIN-sized)
- Crushers and feeders needing anti-reverse protection
- Gearboxes on hoists, mixers, and crushers
Advantages users report: lower drag during overrunning, quick lock-up, compact footprint, and straightforward retrofit kits. The CKZF-B series flywheel backstop clutch is often paired with NLGI-2 grease or light oil bath depending on housing.
| Vendor | Certifications | Customization | Lead time (≈) | Warranty | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTZ Bearing (Hebei) | ISO 9001 | Bore/flange, seals, grease | 3–5 weeks | 12–18 months | $ |
| Generic Import A | Factory CoC | Limited | 6–10 weeks | 6–12 months | $ |
| Legacy EU Brand | ISO 9001/14001 | Broad options | 8–14 weeks | 18–24 months | $$$ |
Options: special bores/keys, non-standard flanges (B-type variants), IP upgrades, low-temp grease, food-grade lubrication, and corrosion-resistant coatings. In a Southeast Asia cement plant (≈800 t/h incline conveyor, 355 kW drive), a CKZF-B series flywheel backstop clutch retrofit reportedly cut unplanned stops by ~30%. Test notes from commissioning: backstop engagement
- Design/life calcs per ISO 281 and failure modes per ISO 15243
- Conveyor sizing context: CEMA and DIN 22101 (for torque backstopping assumptions)
- Material and heat treatment to ASTM A485; hardness verified by ASTM E18
- Balance quality per ISO 1940-1 (G6.3 typical for flywheel-mounted units)
Before you sign off, confirm torque margin (≥2.0 safety factor is common), overrunning speed, and thermal path in the housing. The CKZF-B series flywheel backstop clutch tends to run cool thanks to its non-contact behavior, which, surprisingly, also helps grease life.
Origin: No. 3, Area B, Bearing Industry Mass Entrepreneurship Park, Beihuan Road, Linxi County, Xingtai City, Hebei Province.