These clamping hubs are an excellent and budget - friendly option for attaching hub mount gears or wheels to shafts or tubes. If you're worried about damaging the items you need to clamp, they're a better alternative to set screw hubs. These hubs feature a ½' bore, four 6 - 32 tapped holes, and come with one 6 - 32 machine screw for tightening. They use the 0.77' hub pattern. Actobotics is a robotics building system centered around extruded aluminum channels, gears, precision shafts, and ball bearings. Thanks to two standardized hole patterns, almost all Actobotics components can be easily connected. The wide variety of components makes it possible to build complex electromechanical prototypes or finished projects. Dimensions: Bore - ½'; Hub Pattern - 0.77'. Documents: SketchUp Part; Product Page (545600).
Using this 1/2 bore clamping hub is easy. First, align the hub with the shaft or tube where you want to attach the hub mount gear or wheel. Then, insert the machine screw into one of the tapped holes and tighten it to secure the hub in place. Make sure not to overtighten the screw as it might damage the hub or the item you're clamping. When not in use, store the hub in a dry place to prevent rusting. Periodically check the tapped holes and the machine screw for any signs of wear and tear. If you notice any issues, it might be time to replace the parts. With proper use and maintenance, this clamping hub will serve you well for a long time.
