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SSP363 Audi Q7 - Power Transmission / Transfer Case ... - Volkspage

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Design and function of the gear chain<br />

The gear chain consists of the juxtaposed chain link<br />

plates which are continuously joined by two cradle<br />

pins. The lateral chain link plates ensure that the<br />

chain runs true.<br />

This is how it works:<br />

Each cradle pin is attached non-rotatably to a row of<br />

link plates. Two cradle pins form a so-called cradletype<br />

joint.<br />

As the chain curves around the sprocket, the chain<br />

links roll off the cradle pins. Thus, the chain curves<br />

around the sprocket almost without producing any<br />

friction.<br />

Despite high torque and continuous operation, wear<br />

is reduced to a minimum and efficiency isincreased.<br />

The chain drive is designed to last the service life of<br />

the vehicle.<br />

Guide<br />

Straight chain<br />

Chain link plates<br />

Curved chain<br />

Cradle pins/<br />

cradle-type joint<br />

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