What Are Taper Locks?

Taper locks are used to help attach transmission products to the shafts. These devices are complex but reliable alternatives to mechanical equipment. Taper locks are pulley systems that can be purchased online and assembled independently, but a skilled craftsman must do the job as these systems are designed to support a large amount of weight.

General Product Information

Taper Locks is a registered trademark to DENCO, Inc. It is registered as a "tube loading mechanism sold as an integral component of electrical welding machines." The trademark classification for Taper Lock is "machines and machine tools; motors and engines (except for land vehicles); machine coupling and transmission components (except for land vehicles); agricultural implements other than hand-operated; incubators for eggs," according to Trademarkia.

What is a Taper Lock?

Taper Locks are a pulley system composed of tapered drills, tapered fasteners and tapered gauges. The origin of the name "Taper Lock" comes from the design of the system; a tapered fastener is self-locking. It will self-lock when the tapered fastener is inserted into a tapered hole. Once the fastener is locked, it will then lock it into place, restricting turning.

Uses of Taper Locks

Taper Locks assist one in building a structure. It is an alternative method for fixing a driving device to a drive shaft. They fit pulleys and chain sprockets to drive shafts. They are assembled relatively easy, cost effective and an easy alternative to attach shafts to machinery.

Where to Purchase Taper Locks

Taper Locks are an industry-specific product and are not available in common department or hardware stores. To purchase a Taper Lock, check on-line. There are many companies that sell Taper Locks. Visit the Taper Lock website to view manufacturers of this product.