X-ring chain
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The X-ring chain is a specialized type of sealed roller chain used to transfer mechanical power. Like the O-ring chain it is used in high performance motorcycles. It uses X-ring seal to keep lubricant(usually grease) in place.
It has higher performance (in terms of durability, lifetime, and power loss) than non-O-ring chain as it has less friction than O-ring chain which also increases reliability.[1] It can[vague] last twice as long as the O-ring chain.[2]
Development
The X-ring chain is developed from O-ring chain which in turn is developed from non O-ring chain. While the regular O-ring chain has high durability, it also has more friction(compared to other types of roller chain) due to distortion of the O-ring due to pressure from the inner and outer chain plates. This results in loss of power in the transmission. Therefore, X-ring chain was developed by replacing O-ring seal with X-ring seal which increased durability and greatly reduced friction.[1]
Design
Like the O-ring chain it has sealing rings which keep the contaminant (dirt) out, and lubricant in between the pins and bushings. This is known as internal lubrication. However, unlike O-ring chain, it has X shaped seal which does not increase surface area (which is in contact with the chain plates) when under pressure. Therefore the friction in X-ring chain does not increase much when pressure is applied by the chain plates.
Chain type | Standard roller | O-ring chain | X-ring chain |
---|---|---|---|
Lubrication | Externally lubricated | Self lubricating(Internal) | Self lubricating(Internal) |
Durability | Low | High | Very High |
Efficiency | High | Relatively low | Very High |
Maintenance | Frequent | Less frequent, special care | Least frequent,special care |
Stretching | Regular | Limited | Limited |
Cost | Relatively cheaper | Relatively Expensive | Relatively expensive |
See also
References
- ^ a b "O Ring and X Ring Chains ¦ Motorcycle Chains ¦ Technical Help ¦ Bike Torque Racing". www.biketorqueracing.co.uk. Retrieved 2017-09-29.
- ^ "O-Ring vs.X-Ring and Patching Tires | Ask the Geek". Sport Rider. Retrieved 2017-09-29.
- ^ "Drive Chains: O Ring/ X Ring Vs Non-O Ring Standard Chains » BikesMedia.in". www.bikesmedia.in. Retrieved 2017-09-29.
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