What Causes Outboard Output Shaft Splines to Bend?
There could be several reasons why outboard output shaft splines get bent. These could include excessive torque, improper installation, inadequate lubrication, or even manufacturing defects.

Our Superior Spline Shafts
We specialize in manufacturing high-quality spline shafts. Our products stand out for these five main features:
- High durability
- Superior strength
- Precision engineering
- High resistance to wear and tear
- Excellent performance

Different Types of Spline Shafts and Their Features

Parallel Key Shaft
This type of shaft is known for its simplicity and ease of manufacturing.
Spline Shaft with Involute Spline
This type of spline shaft is characterized by its high load-bearing capacity and efficient power transmission.
Internal Spline Shaft
This type of spline shaft is known for its compact design and high torque transmission.
Non-circular Spline Shaft
This type of spline shaft is designed to handle complex motion profiles and is often used in specialized applications.
How to Choose the Right Spline Shaft
When choosing the right spline shaft, several parameters need to be considered, including:
- Shaft Diameter
- Spline Type
- Number and Size of Splines
- Shaft Length
- Material
- Surface Treatment
Our Spline Shaft Manufacturing Process
Our spline shaft manufacturing process involves several steps, including:
- Material Preparation
- Cutting
- Rough Machining
- Spline Cutting
- Finish Machining
- Heat Treatment
- Surface Treatment
- Inspection and Calibration
- Packaging and Delivery
Other Gear and Gearbox Products We Offer
In addition to spline shafts, we also offer a wide range of gear and gearbox products, including worm gears, helical gears, spur gears, bevel gears, gear racks, worm gearboxes, planetary gearboxes, and helical gearboxes.
About Our Company
We are equipped with advanced production and inspection equipment, including CNC Gear grinding machines, gear measuring machines, CNC gear shapers, machine centers, CMMS, and Torque test systems. Our commitment to quality, our international certifications, our customized services, our advanced production equipment, and our exceptional after-sales service make us your ideal partner for all your spline shaft needs.