Hi-TTS Brand Excavator Diesel Engine Crankshaft Forged Steel 34320-00010 5I-7671 3432000010 5I7671 S6K E320B E320C

A crankshaft is a crucial mechanical component in internal combustion engines (such as those in cars, motorcycles, and ships) and some reciprocating machinery. Its core function is to convert the linear (reciprocating) motion of the pistons (driven by the combustion of fuel-air mixture) into rotational motion, which then transmits power to the engine’s output shaft, driving the vehicle or equipment to operate.

Key Details:

1.Structure: Typically made of high-strength steel or cast iron for durability, a crankshaft consists of main journals (supported by the engine block), crankpins (connected to connecting rods), crank cheeks (connecting main journals and crankpins), and often a flywheel flange (to attach the flywheel, which smooths rotational motion).

2.Working Principle: As the piston moves up and down in the cylinder, the connecting rod pushes or pulls the crankpin, causing the crankshaft to rotate continuously. This rotational force is then transferred to components like the transmission, wheels, or other machinery.

3.Applications: Widely used in gasoline engines, diesel engines, reciprocating compressors, and other equipment that requires converting linear motion to rotational motion.