Power Take-Off Shaft Parts  

Product description The Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft is an essential component on a tractor, used to transfer mechanical power from the engine to attachments or implements. Here’s a detailed look at the parts involved in a PTO shaft system and their functions: 1. **PTO Shaft**: This is the main rotating rod that extends from the tractor to the implement. It is typically splined and can come in different sizes and lengths to match the requirements of the tractor and the implement. 2. **Universal Joints (U-joints)**: Located at each end of the PTO shaft, these joints allow for flexibility in the angle between the tractor and the implement. They enable the shaft to transmit power efficiently even when the tractor and implement are not perfectly aligned. 3. **Shear Pin or Slip Clutch**: These safety devices protect the tractor’s PTO shaft and the implement from damage due to overloads. A shear pin will break if the implement jams, stopping the…