Hydrodynamic Torque Converters

The hydrodynamic torque converters from ZF enable machinery to move the heavy loads they need to in a productive and fuel efficient manner.

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

With its highly efficient and individually adaptable hydrodynamic torque converters, ZF Friedrichshafen AG is successfully helping commercial vehicles be versatile, economically viable as well as fuel efficient.

Moves heavy weights which a conventional clutch would be unable to cope with
Hydraulic configurations can vary depending on engine characteristics, transmission grading, and the type of machinery
Features diameters of 280 to 440 mm
Can be used for maximum torque transfers of 500 up to 2,700 Nm
Compact and weight optimized design, enabled by metal-shaping technology as well as the geometries of the oil circuit, ensure maximum installation flexibility
To help save on fuel, converter must only be used where explicitly required since hydrodynamic power transfer generates high levels of fuel consumption
After setting-off process, converter lock-up clutch ensures that torque flow between the engine and transmission takes place in a direct and thus loss-free way to help save on fuel use
Updated freewheel concepts have been applied to meet today's highly dynamic shift sequence requirements for transmissions