Description
Overview:
This Woodruff key is a small, semicircular metal component used to lock rotating parts to a shaft in compact petrol engines. It sits in the shaft keyway to provide positive location and prevent slippage, helping maintain timing and alignment of driven parts. Designed for Robin engines, it suits models such as EY08 and EH09 and is commonly used on crankshafts and drive shafts for flywheels, gears, and pulleys. Built from durable metal for reliable service in demanding environments, it supports smooth running and reduces the risk of component misalignment. For easy identification and ordering, it matches OEM reference 005 32031 01. A straightforward, cost‐effective spare for keeping construction and garden machinery powered by these engines operating correctly.
Key Features:
- Precision fit for Robin EY/EH/ER series engines to maintain correct alignment
- Durable metal construction for dependable wear resistance in daily use
- Half‐moon profile seats securely in the shaft keyway for positive drive
- Helps preserve ignition timing and drive synchronisation under load
- Simple to install and replace during routine servicing or repairs
- Suitable for securing flywheels, cam or governor gears, and pulleys
- OEM reference 005 32031 01 aids accurate identification and replacement
- Compact, lightweight part ideal for field repairs and workshop maintenance
Typical Applications:
Used to secure flywheels, timing gears, governor gears, clutches, or pulleys to the crankshaft or auxiliary shafts on Robin engines in equipment such as plate compactors, generators, water pumps, small mixers, tillers, and mowers. Ideal for preventing component creep on the shaft, maintaining timing accuracy, and restoring proper drive engagement after servicing or rebuilds.
Also known as:
Shaft key, engine key, half‐moon key, semicircular key, woodruff half‐moon key, woodruff shaft key.
Fits Models:
EH09, EH10, ER12, EY08