What is a key seater?

A key seater is a tool used in machining to cut keyways (key slots) in mechanical parts. These keyways are essential for coupling parts like shafts, gears, and pulleys, allowing for reliable rotational torque transmission. Key seaters are capable of accurately creating keyways of various sizes and shapes. They can be manual or automated, and selecting the appropriate key type and size is crucial for ensuring a secure fit and efficient machine operation.

Key seaters are widely used in applications where precise machining is necessary. They offer high precision in cutting keyways, making them an essential part of machinery assembly. Accurate keyway cutting ensures that parts fit properly and function smoothly, contributing to the overall performance and longevity of mechanical systems.

Application of key seater

✅ Gear and Shaft Connection
A key seater cuts keyways in gears to ensure a firm connection between the gear and shaft, enabling efficient torque transmission.
✅ Pulley and Shaft Connection
By creating keyways between pulleys and shafts, key seaters allow for smooth rotational transmission, commonly used in motor-driven pulleys.
✅ Assembly of Mechanical Devices
Key seaters are used to cut keyways for connecting various parts in mechanical devices, ensuring accurate relative motion control between components.
✅ Industrial Machinery Part Production
In industrial machinery, key seaters cut keyways for rotational mechanisms, ensuring precise assembly and functionality of parts.

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