Overview
The Martin 2517-2-1/8 taper bushing is a standard taper lock bushing designed for reliable mounting of pulleys, sheaves, sprockets, and gears on drive shafts. This bushing is made of sintered steel and features flush mounting for reduced mounting width with a split taper for a tight clamp to shafts. The 2-1/8 inch bore accommodates shafts in this size range, while the 8-degree tapered construction ensures positive drive transmission with excellent holding power.
Key Features
- Sintered powder steel construction offers greater strength and wear resistance than plain carbon steel
- Flush mounted design with split taper for tight shaft clamping and reduced mounting width
- Keyed to the shaft to prevent rotation and interchangeable with taper bushings from various manufacturers
- 8-degree taper angle for consistent, reliable power transmission
- Split design enables easy installation and removal, minimizing maintenance downtime
- Manufactured to meet ANSI, NAS, and DIN standards
Technical Specifications
Key performance and dimensional data for this bushing:
- Bore Diameter: 2-1/8 inch (2.125 inch)
- Barrel Diameter: 3-3/8 inch
- Overall Length (OAL): 1-3/4 inch
- Hub Diameter: 4-3/8 inch
- Taper Angle: 8 degrees
- Material: Sintered steel
- Keyway Size: 1/2 x 1/4 inch
- Bolt Circle Diameter: 3-1/4 inch
- Number of Bolt Holes: 2
- Mounting Screw: 1/2-13 x 1 inch
- Maximum Torque: 11,600 in-lb
Typical Applications
This taper bushing is used in automobiles, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, and home appliances. The bushing is particularly used in the manufacturing, agricultural, and material handling industries, where optimal performance and durability are critical. Bushings are cylindrical parts used to mount pulleys, sheaves, sprockets, or other components to drive shafts for transmission of mechanical power. Most bushings are split and have a tapered outside surface so they clamp to the shaft when tightened against the tapered bore of the driven component.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Taper bushed pulleys and sheaves
- Taper bushed sprockets
- Standard drive shafts (2-1/8 inch bore size)
- Industrial power transmission systems
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
This bushing is interchangeable with taper bushings from various manufacturers that follow the standard 2517 taper lock bushing profile. Verify compatibility with your equipment before ordering.
Works With
- Standard taper-bushed pulleys and sheaves (any manufacturer)
- Industrial shaft coupling systems
- ANSI-standard power transmission components
- DIN and NAS-compliant mechanical assemblies










