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Can fluid flow in both directions of a rotary union?
Yes. An example is an air chuck being inflated and deflated thru the same rotary union.
Can I order a JRC Mechanical Core Chuck using the "Numbering System for Ordering" ?
Yes. We fully support the legacy part numbers. Please see below. Quick-Locking Mechanical Chucks & Shafts   In addition to our line of air expanding chucks and shafts,
Can I order a MD Series JRC Air Shaft using the MD-____ Part Number ?
Untitled Document Yes. We fully support the legacy part numbers. Please see below. Printer friendly click here Printer friendly click here  
Can I order a STD Series JRC Air Core Chuck using the "Numbering System for Ordering" ?
Air Chucks & Shafts Yes. We fully support the legacy part numbers. Please see below. STD Series Air Chucks & Shafts Advantages of A
Can I use a JRC guide flange on a different manufacturers core chuck?
Yes. In order to assure proper fitment: Send a drawing / sketch of the core chuck or Send the core chuck.
Can more than one fluid be transferred thru one rotary union?
Yes, by the use of a multi port union.
Can more than one rotary union be used on one rotating component?
Yes. They may be mounted on opposing ends.
Can the front and/or rear guide flange be adjustable?
Both the front and / or rear may be fixed or adjustable.
Do I need guide flange for the front (roll loading side) and rear?
Most commonly only a rear guide flange is used. Some rolls of material are very delicate and /or loosely wound and / or very narrow therefore they must be contained between a front and rear guide flan
How do core chucks & core shafts work?
All core chucks & core shafts rely on the same principle of expanding to create friction between the core and the gripping device (core chuck). The core chucks are expanded either by compressed air vi
How do guide flanges mount to the chuck?
Front (roll loading side): Removable / Adjustable: The guide flange is mounted to a locking collar which clamps to the core chuck. Normally it is best to lock to the non- expanding / non-gripping p
How do I deflate an air chuck or air shaft?
Manually: A-1360 air valve is deflated by pressing A-1404 air gun partially down. A-1597 air valve may be deflated by pushing with finger. Automatically: Air inflating switch assembly is d
How do I inflate an air chuck or air shaft?
Manually A-1360 air valve is actuated by pressing on the valve with the A-1404 air gun A-1597 air valve is actuated by pushing the rubber tip against the valve, squeezing the handle and quickly
How Do I Send a Part for repair?
Repairs Core Chucks and Shafts JRC Web Accessories offers two different factory repair services to keep your core chucks and shafts running smoothly.   Factory Repair:
How Do I use oversize cores with a JRC Mechanical Chuck?
JRC QUICK LOCKING MECHANICAL CHUCK Adding Shims to accommodate oversize cores Please refer to drawing # B-3173 1. With Phillips head screwdriver, remove flat head screws in retainer-gripp
How long will it take to get my order if it is shipped UPS Ground ?
How much clearance should I leave between the mounting shaft and core chuck?
A sliding fit which translates to a minimum clearance of 0.002” and a maximum clearance 0.006”. Our full line products are designed to incorporate this feature. Example: Shaft outer diameter
How much rotating resistance does a rotary union add?
Resistance is relatively negligible for end mounted balance seal design. Resistance must be considered for over the shaft mounted.
How wide of a roller should I choose?
Face width should be at least 1” greater than the maximum web width. This allows for some wander and misalignment.
Is there a variation of the guide flange that is a moveable core stop?
A movable core stop offers the benefit of stopping the roll in the same position each time the roll is loaded. It does not offer the support and guidance a guide flange provides.
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