CENTAMAX 18000

CENTAMAX 18000 Coupling Elements – OEM NR SC & SCE Types

The CENTAMAX 18000 is the largest and most powerful torsionally flexible CENTAMAX coupling element produced by CENTA Germany, designed for CAT®, MAN, Deutz, MWM, and Wartsilla engines in marine propulsion, high-output gensets, locomotives, and heavy industrial drives. With a torque range of 16,000–24,000 Nm nominal and peaks up to 40,000 Nm, it is the industry-standard solution for mission-critical power transmission where failure is not an option.

Fitment Types

  • Type SC (NR): Standard bolt-through mounting with plain holes. Widely used in CAT 3512 and 3516 engines, marine gensets, and gas generator systems.
  • Type SCE (NR): All-threaded hole version, where bolts are tightened directly into the element from the hub side. Required in many OEM layouts for CAT, MAN, and Deutz.
Both SC and SCE deliver identical torque, damping, and performance values, with the choice determined by engine manufacturers during TVA (torsional vibration analysis).

Shore Hardness Options

  • Available in Shore 50, 60, 70, 72, 75, 80
  • Natural Rubber (NR, black) elastomer
  • Temperature range: –45 °C to +80 °C
  • SAE J620 flywheels: typically SAE 21 or SAE 24
📩 How to order: If your element is stamped CENTAMAX 18000 SC or SCE and matches our product photos, select the correct Shore hardness and order directly. If you are unsure, send us a photo, engine type, or code (e.g., CAT 3512/3516), and our technical team will confirm the exact OEM replacement.

Dominating Applications Worldwide

  • Marine Propulsion & Gensets – Industry standard in large CAT-powered vessels, offshore rigs, and floating power units.
  • Gas & Diesel Power Plants – Proven damping for high-output generator systems in utilities and industrial sites.
  • Locomotives & Rail Power – Trusted in CAT 3512 and 3516 traction and auxiliary systems worldwide.
  • Mining & Heavy Equipment – Handles extreme torque and vibration in crushers, drilling rigs, and continuous-duty machinery.

Keywords:

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