16-08-2014, 02:40 PM
The Newton automatic centrifugal clutch employees only one set of compression springs instead of the usual two seats, with this arrangement it is possible to reduce the weights of the centrifugal members. When the clutch is disengaged & the engine is running at idling speed the hinged bob weights rest against the lower or inward sides of holes in the flywheel. When the engine is accelerated above 700 to 800 r.p.m. , the weights fly outwards and in doing so their leers ends compress the spring, so as to engage the clutch plate. When the full engagement pressure between the clutch member has been attain any further increase in engine speed brings the bob weights against the outsides of the flywheel holes, thus limiting the pressure plate action. The clutch withdrawal levers are of orthodox design so when clutch is operating of speeds above its centrifugal engagement speed the clutch can be disengaged or reengaged for gear changing purpose as in normal band gear change practice.
The Newton automatic centrifugal clutch employees only one set of compression springs instead of the usual two seats, with this arrangement it is possible to reduce the weights of the centrifugal members.
When the clutch is disengaged & the engine is running at idling speed the hinged bob weights rest against the lower or inward sides of holes in the flywheel. When the engine is accelerated above 700 to 800 r.p.m. , the weights fly outwards and in doing so their leers ends compress the spring, so as to engage the clutch plate. When the full engagement pressure between the clutch member has been attain any further increase in engine speed brings the bob weights against the outsides of the flywheel holes, thus limiting the pressure plate action. The clutch withdrawal levers are of orthodox design so when clutch is operating of speeds above its centrifugal engagement speed the clutch can be disengaged or reengaged for gear changing purpose as in normal band gear change practice.