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title: Torque limiters
url: "https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-uk/product/torque-limiters"
date: 2026-02-16
modified: 2026-02-24
lastUpdated: 2026-04-13
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# Torque limiters

Accessories

Our torque limiters with integrated switching mechanism combine the dynamic and precise transmission with torque limitation. They are compact and completely backlash-free thanks to precisely manufactured components. Fast shut-off within milliseconds through the use of high-performance positioning springs.

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### 0,1 – 2700 Nm

Release torque

### 4 – 379 Nm/arcmin

Torsional rigidity

### 3 – 100 mm

Bore diameter D1/D2

[ Technical details ](#tech-details)

[ Related products ](#related)

[ Request consultation ](#consultation)

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###### Torque limitation

Reliably protects machines from overload and mechanical damage

![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-static_content/usp/31-1-dynamicTransmission.svg)

###### Dynamic transmission

Combines safety with precise power transmission – even at high speeds

![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-static_content/usp/31-4-fastResponse.svg)

###### Quick response

Mechanical switching mechanism disconnects at lightning speed in the event of a fault – for maximum process reliability

- Technical data
- Available options
- Downloads

|  | TL1 | TL2 | TL3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. acceleration torque TB \[Nm\] | 0.1 - 2800 | 0.1 - 1800 | 5 - 2800 |
| Backlash | completely backlash-free |
| Selectable bore diameters D1/D2 \[mm\] | 4 - 100 | 3 - 80 | 10 - 100 |

|  | TL1 | TL2 | TL3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| **Assembly** |  |  |  |
| Standard clamping hub (radial) | ✓ | ✓ |  |
| Tapered clamping hub (axial) | ✓ |  | ✓ |
| **Drive interface** |  |  |  |
| Shaft | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| **Output interface** |  |  |  |
| Shaft |  | ✓ | ✓ |
| indirect (belt sprocket, chain sprocket) | ✓ |  |  |

| Document name | Document type | Language | Downloads |
|---|---|---|---|
| ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/ALPHA-ACCESSORIES-EN-231b819c98db.webp "alpha Accessories Product Catalog") alpha Accessories Product Catalog | Brochure /Catalog | English | [ Download (8 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=933&dl=1&st=1&lg=2&token=b82b74cb226714d579155e23623213b49879d464)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=933&st=1&lg=2&token=51c3395b7d59c6c5a1f91fb75f5e42a37d8dce6c) |
| ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/ALPHA-ACCESSORIES-COUPLINGS-EN-aaf5d0dfd88b.webp "alpha Accessories Product Catalog – Couplings") alpha Accessories Product Catalog – Couplings | Brochure /Catalog | English | [ Download (4 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=931&dl=1&st=1&lg=2&token=1a9fd03ced87339f28f8c52cf836c2315c2a1c07)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=931&st=1&lg=2&token=4dc9af5084b172e2249e3adc68a1da92670c4f79) |
| ![Elastomer couplings, Elastomer couplings ELT, Metal bellows couplings, Metal bellows couplings BCT, Torque limiters, Torque limiters TL1](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/ORDER-INFORMATION-COUPLINGS-EN-b98725ed1683.webp "Ordering codes information Couplings") Ordering codes information Couplings  Elastomer couplings, Elastomer couplings ELT, Metal bellows couplings, Metal bellows couplings BCT, Torque limiters, Torque limiters TL1 | Brochure /Catalog | English | [ Download (138 B) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=1131&dl=1&st=1&lg=2&token=bb01bcee5d4202b065d29c8c3f0b38d4cdb5b7b5)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=1131&st=1&lg=2&token=359d96a10b0489187854b00ec9f96ca7b9cd4189) |
| ![Assembly instructions TL1 / TL2 / TL3](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/OPERATING-MANUAL-TL1-TL2-TL3-EN-5d02cf3c19af.webp "Torque limiting couplings") Torque limiting couplings  Assembly instructions TL1 / TL2 / TL3 | Operating manual | English | [ Download (1 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=1119&dl=1&st=1&lg=2&token=e53563459403f8c4b7b910a2b1be39921571a049)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=1119&st=1&lg=2&token=3c58d444ed4c26cd3023cc949ba0db7de6cc5a0a) |

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Would you like to learn more about our solutions?
We would be happy to advise you—personally, competently, and tailored to your requirements.

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 Protection of your system

 High torsional rigidity

 TÜV certified

 Related products
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alpha Basic Line

Ratio7 – 40Max. torque68 – 301 NmBacklash≤ 15 arcmin

![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/typo3temp/assets/_processed_/8/e/csm_NPT-IMAGE_31f27022bd.webp)##### [ NPT ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-uk/product/npt)

alpha Value Line

Ratio3 – 100Max. torque18 – 700 NmBacklash≤ 8 arcmin