VT-12MM Weld Fit Hub, VT Series, 12 mm Bore

VT series weld fit hubs in metric bores from 12 to 20 mm, VT-12MM to VT-20MM. These are the welded hubs for use with VT series weld fit sprockets. The hub is welded to the plate of the sprocket and is bored and keyed to suit the shaft.

Hub dimensions A, B, C and D are the same for every bore in the VT series, and the table below lists the bore and keyway size for each part number.

Where this product is used

• Fitting a keyed hub to a weld fit sprocket
• Roller chain drives on conveyors, machinery and plant
• Fabricated and repaired chain drive assemblies
• Sprockets that use a welded hub in place of a taper lock bush

Features

• Welded hub for use with VT series weld fit sprockets
• Bored and keyed, with the keyway size listed for each bore
• 5 metric bore sizes, 12 to 20 mm
• Dimensions A, B, C and D are the same for every bore in the series
• Keyways to BS 4235 (metric keyways)

Key specifications

Sizes available

Selecting and fitting

Match the hub series to the sprocket series: VT hubs for VT series sprockets, WT for WT and XT for XT. The series is part of the sprocket model number, for example 40VT12HT is a VT series sprocket. The weld fit sprockets are on ASA 40 Weld Fit Sprocket, Hardened Teeth, 1/2 in Pitch, ASA 50 Weld Fit Sprocket, Hardened Teeth, 5/8 in Pitch, ASA 60 Weld Fit Sprocket, Hardened Teeth, 3/4 in Pitch, ASA 80 Weld Fit Sprocket, Hardened Teeth, 1 in Pitch. and BS 08B Weld Fit Sprocket, Hardened Teeth, 1/2 in Pitch

Then choose the bore to suit the shaft. The other hubs are Weld Fit Hub, VT Series, Imperial Bore, VT-1/2 to VT-7/8, Weld Fit Hub, WT Series, Imperial Bore, WT-1/2 to WT-1-1/4, Weld Fit Hub, WT Series, Metric Bore, WT-14MM to WT-32MM, Weld Fit Hub, XT Series, Imperial Bore, XT-1/2 to XT-1-3/4. and Weld Fit Hub, XT Series, Metric Bore, XT-14MM to XT-45MM

The catalogue recommends welding with low hydrogen electrodes. Allow the hub and sprocket to cool and check the run-out before fitting the drive.

Dimensions are as listed in the manufacturer catalogue and are for reference. Contact AIMS to confirm a measurement if it is critical to your application.