{"id":3419,"date":"2026-06-26T03:33:18","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T03:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pto-drive-shafts.com\/?post_type=product&p=3419"},"modified":"2026-06-26T03:50:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T03:50:19","slug":"wide-angle-joint","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.pto-drive-shafts.com\/kk\/%d3%a9%d0%bd%d1%96%d0%bc\/wide-angle-joint\/","title":{"rendered":"Wide Angle Joint"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ever-Power \u00b7 PTO Drive Shafts<\/span><\/div>\n

Wide Angle Joint WA Series<\/h2>\n

High-torque universal joints engineered for extreme articulation angles \u2014 purpose-built for UK and European agricultural and industrial driveline applications.<\/p>\n

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What Is a Wide Angle Joint and Why Does It Matter?<\/h2>\n

\"WideA wide angle joint \u2014 commonly referred to as a WA joint or wide-angle universal joint \u2014 is a specialised driveline coupling designed to transmit torque reliably at operating angles that would cause a standard Cardan joint to vibrate, wear prematurely, or fail outright. Where conventional universal joints top out at roughly 15\u201320\u00b0, the Ever-Power WA Series wide angle joint accommodates continuous working angles up to 80\u00b0, making it indispensable in front-mounted implements, self-propelled forage harvesters, vegetable transplanters, and articulated tractor linkages across UK farms and estates. The geometry uses a double-cross yoke mechanism that distributes load symmetrically across both cross kits simultaneously, dramatically reducing the velocity fluctuation \u2014 the so-called “second-order irregularity” \u2014 that accelerates drivetrain wear in high-angle applications. British operators running front PTO implements on mixed terrain have long recognised that standard PTO shafts simply cannot cope with the steering and terrain-induced articulation angles at the front hitch; a purpose-engineered wide angle joint is the engineered solution rather than a workaround. The WA Series is available in seven frame sizes (2WA through 42WA) to span the torque envelope from compact horticultural tractors right up to high-output arable machinery common on East Anglian cereal farms and Yorkshire mixed enterprises.<\/p>\n

Up to 80\u00b0 Working Angle<\/span>
\n7 Series Sizes<\/span>
\nISO 5676 Compatible<\/span>
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Need a custom wide angle joint for your UK application? Our engineers respond within 24 hours.<\/span>
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Engineering Advantages of the WA Series<\/h2>\n

Six reasons UK machinery dealers and fleet managers specify Ever-Power wide angle joints<\/p>\n

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Extreme Articulation Range<\/h3>\n

The double-cross geometry permits continuous operation at working angles of up to 80\u00b0, covering every front-hitch and articulated implement scenario encountered in UK farming practice \u2014 from narrow strip tillage to wide-span mowing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Forged Alloy Steel Construction<\/h3>\n

Yoke bodies are drop-forged from 20CrMnTi alloy steel, case-hardened and shot-peened to achieve surface hardness of 58\u201362 HRC. This combination ensures the wide angle joint withstands shock loading during implement engagement on wet UK clay soils.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sealed Needle Roller Crosses<\/h3>\n

Full-complement needle roller cross kits feature nitrile lip seals as standard. Grease retention is substantially improved compared to open-bearing designs, making re-greasing intervals achievable at every 50-hour service \u2014 practical for busy UK contractors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Interchangeable Yoke Options<\/h3>\n

Each size in the WA range is offered with B, C, D, E and G yoke bore configurations (plain, keyway, and splined variants) so the wide angle joint integrates directly with tractor PTO splines conforming to ASAE\/ISO standards common across UK and European tractor fleets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Low Velocity Irregularity<\/h3>\n

The opposed double-cross arrangement mathematically cancels the angular velocity fluctuations inherent in a single Hooke’s joint. The result is smoother power delivery through the implement gearbox, reducing fatigue damage to downstream components and vibration felt at the tractor cab.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Snap-Ring Retained Assembly<\/h3>\n

External snap-ring retention on all cross bearing cups enables field replacement without specialist tooling. A UK operator can swap a worn cross kit roadside during harvest with a standard socket set, minimising downtime \u2014 a feature frequently cited by UK farm machinery dealers as a key selling point.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Technical Specifications \u2014 WA Series Wide Angle Joint<\/h2>\n

Full dimensional data for all seven series. All values in millimetres unless stated.<\/p>\n

Assembly & Dimensional Drawings<\/p>\n

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2WA.01<\/td>\n23.8\u00d761.3\/22\u00d776<\/td>\n153<\/td>\n104<\/td>\n119<\/td>\n105<\/td>\n2WA.0505B\/D\/G<\/td>\n2WA.06\/06L<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4WA.01<\/td>\n27\u00d774.6\/23.8\u00d791<\/td>\n153<\/td>\n104<\/td>\n124<\/td>\n110<\/td>\n4WA.0505B\/D\/G<\/td>\n4WA.06\/06L<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6WA.01<\/td>\n30.2\u00d792\/27\u00d7100<\/td>\n176<\/td>\n105<\/td>\n136<\/td>\n127<\/td>\n6WA.0505B\/D\/G<\/td>\n6WA.06\/06L\/06ST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8WA.01<\/td>\n35\u00d7106.5\/30.2\u00d7106<\/td>\n184<\/td>\n120<\/td>\n146<\/td>\n147<\/td>\n8WA.0505B\/C\/D\/E<\/td>\n8WA.06\/06L\/06ST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
32WA.01<\/td>\n32\u00d776\/27\u00d794<\/td>\n176<\/td>\n105<\/td>\n126<\/td>\n117<\/td>\n32WA.0505B\/D\/G<\/td>\n32WA.06\/.06L\/06ST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
36WA.01<\/td>\n36\u00d789\/32\u00d7106<\/td>\n184<\/td>\n120<\/td>\n125<\/td>\n126<\/td>\n36WA.0505B\/C\/D\/E<\/td>\n36WA.06\/06L\/06ST<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
42WA.01<\/td>\n42\u00d7104.5\/36\u00d7124<\/td>\n184<\/td>\n124<\/td>\n149<\/td>\n150<\/td>\n42WA.0505B\/C\/D\/E<\/td>\n42WA.06\/06ST\/06G<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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How It Works, What It’s Made From, and Where It’s Used<\/h2>\n
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Operating Principle<\/h3>\n

The wide angle joint operates on an opposed double-Hooke principle: two cross joints are arranged in tandem within a single compact housing, their phase angles set 90\u00b0 apart. This phasing relationship means that as one cross decelerates, the other accelerates by an equal and opposite amount, producing a net output velocity that remains constant \u2014 a property called “homokinetic through cancellation.” Unlike a true constant-velocity joint which achieves this through ball-groove geometry, the WA joint achieves it through symmetry of mass and phasing, which allows a simpler, more robust construction suitable for high-torque agricultural drivelines where contamination, shock loading, and field repair are everyday realities. The grease nipples are positioned for easy access even with guard shrouds fitted, which matters during a busy harvest season in the Lincolnshire fens or on a Welsh hill farm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Material Specification<\/h3>\n

Yoke forgings are produced from 20CrMnTi alloy steel \u2014 a low-alloy chromium-manganese-titanium grade selected specifically for its combination of high case-hardenability and tough core strength. After rough machining, forgings are carburised to a case depth of 0.8\u20131.2 mm, quenched, and tempered, achieving a surface hardness in the 58\u201362 HRC range while retaining a core hardness of 30\u201338 HRC. The needle roller cross kits use full-complement DIN-standard needle bearings running in ground-bore cups. Seals are dual-lip nitrile (NBR70) rated to -40\u00b0C to +120\u00b0C, compatible with NLGI 2 lithium-complex or EP grease, which covers the full range of UK ambient temperatures in all seasons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Typical Application Scenarios<\/h3>\n

In the UK market, the WA Series wide angle joint is most commonly specified for front-mounted mowers and mulchers on CLAAS, John Deere, and New Holland tractors where the front PTO turns through large angles during headland turns. It is equally at home driving vegetable transplanters on the sandy soils of Norfolk and Bedfordshire, where high steering angles are unavoidable in bed-following. Compact loader tractors used in Scottish horticulture and Welsh livestock operations frequently need wide angle joints on hydraulic pump drives and PTO-powered implements, where the short wheelbase produces extreme articulation. Industrial applications include concrete mixer drives, mobile conveyor pivots, and truck-mounted spreading equipment seen throughout UK road maintenance contracting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Complete PTO Drive Shaft Range<\/h2>\n

The wide angle joint pairs with our full PTO shaft series \u2014 select the right combination for your application<\/p>\n

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G Series<\/div>\n

PTO Drive Shaft G Series<\/a><\/h3>\n

General-purpose agricultural PTO shafts for standard 540 and 1000 rpm applications. Wide compatibility with common UK tractor and implement splines.<\/p>\n

View G Series \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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S Series<\/div>\n

PTO Drive Shaft S Series<\/a><\/h3>\n

Strengthened series for heavy-duty UK applications including slurry tankers, large balers, and soil tillage implements demanding higher torque capacity.<\/p>\n

View S Series \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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L Series<\/div>\n

PTO Drive Shaft L Series<\/a><\/h3>\n

Long-reach and extended-length configurations suited to livestock equipment, diet feeders, and trailed implements requiring additional shaft travel.<\/p>\n

View L Series \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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T Series<\/div>\n

PTO Drive Shaft T Series<\/a><\/h3>\n

Telescopic tube series offering maximum length adjustment for implements with wide hitch adjustment ranges, popular on UK contracting fleets with mixed implement libraries.<\/p>\n

View T Series \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Customer Success Stories<\/h2>\n

Real-world performance of the WA Series wide angle joint across UK sectors<\/p>\n

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CASE STUDY<\/div>\n
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Lincolnshire Arable Contractor \u2014 Front Mower Fleet Overhaul<\/h3>\n

A Lincolnshire-based agricultural contracting business operating twelve tractors with front-mounted disc mowers was experiencing recurring wide angle joint failures at an average of 180 operating hours per joint from their previous supplier. The joints were failing at the cross kit, attributable to inadequate case depth and inconsistent seal retention. After switching to Ever-Power 6WA.01 and 8WA.01 series joints across the fleet in spring 2024, the operator completed the full mowing season \u2014 approximately 340 hours per tractor \u2014 without a single in-field joint failure. The sealed needle roller design and improved grease retention were credited by the fleet manager as the decisive difference. Total maintenance cost per tractor dropped by an estimated 38% over the season, and field downtime during the critical June\u2013July mowing window was eliminated. The contractor subsequently placed a standing order for the full 12-machine fleet refresh each spring.<\/p>\n

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“We run four front-hitch vegetable transplanters on sandy Bedfordshire soils, and the turning angles are severe. The 4WA.01 joints have now done two full seasons without needing a cross kit replacement. That’s a first for us \u2014 our previous setup needed replacing every season.”<\/p>\n

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“Ordered 8WA.01 joints for our mobile crushing plant’s conveyor pivot drives. Lead time from Ever-Power was eight days to our Yorkshire depot, and the dimensional fit was exactly as drawn. The customer engineering support team answered our technical questions the same day \u2014 genuinely impressive.”<\/p>\n

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“We supply agricultural machinery spare parts across Scotland and stocked up on the 2WA and 4WA series for compact tractor customers. Sales have been strong, returns have been zero. Ever-Power provide the dimensional certificates and material compliance docs we need for our trade customers without us having to chase.”<\/p>\n

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Manufacturing Capability & Custom Engineering<\/h2>\n

From standard stock to bespoke driveline solutions \u2014 built to your specification<\/p>\n

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Custom Bore & Spline Profiling<\/h3>\n

Non-standard bore diameters, keyway widths, and spline profiles machined to drawing on minimum orders of 10 pieces. Full DXF\/STEP file import accepted. UK-spec 1-3\/8″ 6-spline, 1-3\/4″ 20-spline, and metric equivalents held as standing tooling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Non-Standard Angle Ranges<\/h3>\n

When standard 80\u00b0 articulation is insufficient \u2014 or when a reduced angle with higher torque capacity is needed \u2014 our engineering team will model the joint geometry and produce a custom prototype within 15\u201320 working days. Drawings reviewed and signed off before production commences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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White-Label & OEM Supply<\/h3>\n

UK and European implement manufacturers sourcing wide angle joints for production line fitment can supply their own part numbers, finish requirements, and documentation packs. We have active OEM supply agreements with machinery builders in England, the Netherlands, France, and Germany.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Material Certification & Testing<\/h3>\n

Every production batch is accompanied by material certificates (EN 10204 3.1 on request), hardness test records, and dimensional inspection reports. Fatigue-tested cross kits are available for safety-critical applications requiring documented life cycle data.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Common questions from UK farmers, contractors, and machinery dealers about WA Series wide angle joints<\/p>\n

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The WA Series wide angle joint is designed for continuous working angles up to 80\u00b0. This covers virtually every front-hitch implement application on UK tractors, including tight headland turns with front-mounted mowers where the articulation angle between the tractor body and implement driveline can reach 70\u201375\u00b0. Standard Cardan PTO shafts are typically rated to 15\u201325\u00b0 continuous, so the WA joint provides a step-change in operating range. For applications approaching the 80\u00b0 maximum, we recommend the 6WA.01 or larger series to ensure adequate torque margin and cross kit life at extreme angles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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Pricing depends on the series size, yoke configuration, and order quantity. For dealer and distributor accounts across England, Scotland, and Wales, we offer tiered pricing structures that improve significantly at 10-unit, 50-unit, and 100-unit breaks. Contact our sales team directly at sales@pto-drive-shafts.com with your specific series requirements and annual volume estimate and we will prepare a formal quotation within one business day. We maintain stock in the 2WA through 8WA series for faster fulfilment to UK customers, while 32WA\u201342WA series are produced on a short lead-time basis of 10\u201315 working days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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\nWhich WA Series wide angle joint is compatible with a 1-3\/8 inch 6-spline front PTO on a 100hp tractor used for a front-mounted mower in England?+<\/span><\/summary>\n
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A 100hp tractor running at 540 rpm front PTO with a 1-3\/8″ 6-spline connection would typically be paired with the 6WA.01 or 8WA.01 series joint, depending on the torque demand of the specific mower model. Both sizes are available in the B and G yoke configurations that accommodate the 1-3\/8″ 6-spline profile. If your mower manufacturer specifies a cross torque rating, please share that figure with our team when requesting a quote and we can confirm the correct series with a safety factor appropriate for agricultural shock loading in UK field conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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Ever-Power supplies wide angle joints directly to UK customers with standard delivery timeframes of 5\u20138 working days for stocked sizes (2WA through 8WA). Orders placed before 12:00 GMT are typically processed same day. We ship to all UK mainland postcodes including Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, East Anglia, Scotland, and Wales. Express courier options are available for urgent harvest-season requirements. Contact sales@pto-drive-shafts.com or submit an enquiry through this page and a team member will confirm availability and lead time within a few hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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For daily contracting use at 540 rpm, we recommend greasing the WA Series wide angle joint every 50 operating hours using a good quality NLGI 2 lithium-complex or EP2 grease \u2014 the type used for wheel bearings is ideal and widely available at UK agricultural merchants. In wet or abrasive conditions typical of autumn and spring work in UK fields, shorten the interval to 25 hours. The dual-lip nitrile seals on the cross kits retain grease well between intervals, but it is worth checking seal condition when greasing; a damaged lip seal should be replaced promptly, as contamination is the primary cause of premature cross kit wear in high-angle applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n

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Yes \u2014 bespoke bore profiling and non-standard spline cutting are core parts of our product customisation service. Implement manufacturers in the UK Midlands (and across England, Scotland, and Wales) can submit their drawing in DXF, PDF, or STEP format. Our engineering team will review the specification, confirm material and heat treatment suitability, and return a feasibility confirmation and quotation within 48 hours. Prototype lead time for custom wide angle joints is typically 15\u201320 working days from drawing approval. Minimum order quantities for fully custom yokes start at 10 pieces, with production pricing improving significantly at the 50-piece level for OEM supply agreements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ready to Specify the Right Wide Angle Joint?<\/h2>\n

Send us your application details \u2014 series size, working angle, torque requirement, and bore specification \u2014 and our driveline engineers will return a recommendation and formal quotation within one working day.<\/p>\n

Get a Quote \u2192 sales@pto-drive-shafts.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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