Swivel joint design
Swivel joint design
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Hi
I suspend large metal objects ready for spray painting from a beam using chains, S-hooks and U bolts. The #1 problem is that the painter has to move around the object during spraying, instead of being able to rotate the object around on one axis. Problem #2: the joint must be able to take heavy loads (100 kg +) and problem #3 the joint must tolerate foreign material such as metal dust, overspray and shock. Any tips about designing and making a simple swivel joint - apart from going to buy one?
Much Appreciated.
I suspend large metal objects ready for spray painting from a beam using chains, S-hooks and U bolts. The #1 problem is that the painter has to move around the object during spraying, instead of being able to rotate the object around on one axis. Problem #2: the joint must be able to take heavy loads (100 kg +) and problem #3 the joint must tolerate foreign material such as metal dust, overspray and shock. Any tips about designing and making a simple swivel joint - apart from going to buy one?
Much Appreciated.





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Naresuan University
Phitsanulok
Thailand
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Artisi - salvaged wheel bearing + parts + clevis pin + 2 x 5mm flat plate = swivel joint. Interesting, I'll give it a try. My two other bearing designs failed due to contamination and stess.
Thanks.
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No offence taken. I know about the liability of workplace accidents, but I'm going to make one anyway just to try out myself. The production joint is going to come from a local engineering firm that uses the joint in truck engine hoists.
Thanks
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Go to the "Vanoil Equipment Inc" website and take a look through their online catalog. You can see various layouts for Knuckle Joints, pick one and customize it for your own personal use.
This is not a complicated thing, have buddy run a few stress computations for you to ensure strengths.
Kenneth J Hueston, PEng
Principal
Sturni-Hueston Engineering Inc
Edmonton, Alberta Canada