Abstract: A torque limiting device employing a clutch disposed within a cylindrically shaped housing and coupling first and second members coaxially mounted in the respective ends of the cylindrically shaped housing. The first and second members are rotatably mounted in the housing and adapted for engagement with the torqueing device and work respectively or vice versa. Manual rotation of one housing section relative to the other housing section adjusts to predetermined maximum value the torque which is transmitted the device, viz., between the first and second members. To enable bidirectional torque limiting, a third member is disposed between said first and second members.

Abstract: A torque limiting device employing a clutch disposed within a cylindrically shaped housing and coupling first and second members coaxially mounted in the respective ends of the cylindrically shaped housing. The first and second members are rotatably mounted in the housing and adapted for engagement with the torqueing device and work respectively or vice versa. Manual rotation of one housing section relative to the other housing section adjusts to predetermined maximum value the torque which is transmitted through the device, viz., between the first and second members.