Ball Plunging Joints

Ball Plunging Joint SC

The crosstrack™ joint (plunging joint), as a new addition to GKN Driveline’s plunging joint portfolio, was developed for improved NVH. This shudderless joint combines the premium performance of tripod plunging joints in terms of small plunging force with the premium performance of ball plunging joints in terms of reduced backlash.

Ball Plunging Joint VL

The VL ball plunging joint is a popular choice for the inboard joint of the rear-wheel drive CVJ sideshafts. With maximum 22 degrees articulation and a plunge of 50mm it is ideal for high working angles with low axial forces.

Ball Plunging Joint VL Monobloc

This VL  Monobloc joint is used for stem connections to the gearbox or the wheel hub. Its compact design provides the minimum outer diameter for the VL joint.

Ball Plunging Joint VL Disc

The VL disc joint is most commonly used with a flange connection where it is bolted to the gearbox. Less commonly it can also be used for this type of connection as outboard joint.

Ball Plunging Joint DO

The DO ball plunging joint is similar to the VL joint. It is available in two versions with 50mm plunge for a maximum articulation of 26 degrees or 31 degrees. The DO joint is also suitable for high working angles on account of the low axial vibration.