What Are the Benefits of Using a Torsion Axle?

Torsion axles have a straightforward, attached construction with adjustable ride height and a rubberized suspension system. As each wheel moves up and down, the rubber cords compress offering an even wheel suspension system for a smooth ride. The followings are the specific advantages of using torsion axles.

Torsion axles have a very simple design, using rubber cords and an inner bar, rather than the large array of parts found in a spring axle. The simplicity of this design means that there is little to no maintenance that needs to be done. All you have to do is lube your wheel bearings.

 

Torsion axles function using a simple design that utilizes the compression of rubber cords inside the axle to cushion the trailer. This twisting and compression motion is very smooth and it rides nicely even when there is no load. Furthermore, there is no metal-to-metal contact inside the axle making it quieter and less abrasive.

 

Torsion axles have fewer moving parts than traditional forms of trailer suspension. As mentioned earlier, there is no metal-to-metal contact within the axles components. This means that there are no abrasive parts rubbing against each other, causing wear or corrosion. Likewise, the rubber construction means that the axles are more corrosion resistant.

Torsion axle suspension is safer than leaf spring suspension. For a trailer that uses a torsion axle to hang, if the suspension fails, the axle cannot be detached from the trailer chassis. If the leaf spring suspension is used, it may be dangerous. When the spring on the standard trailer suspension breaks, the axle may become detached.

If you use the torsion half axles, each wheel on a torsion-axle trailer can move independently of the others. When one side of the trailer hits a bump, that movement will not be transmitted to the other side.

In a leaf spring setup, shock absorption is achieved by several flat pieces of metal that are arched. When the trailer encounters a bump in the road, the springs bend in the opposite direction but return to their arched shape. The leaf springs are connected with a solid axle, movement on one side of the trailer is transmitted to the other side.

Torsion axles can be used in an extensive range of applications, due to the ease of adjustment. To change the height of a torsion axle, the torsion bars just need to be adjusted. Additionally, half-torsion units can be used, meaning that this does not need an axle that passes under the entire trailer.

Although torsion trailer axles can save many maintenance troubles, regular inspections are still indispensable. If you want to know more about the torsion shaft after reading the above, you can get a comprehensive solution by contacting us.

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