DIN 5482 was a German standard defining dimensions, tolerances, and inspection methods for involute splines with a 30° pressure angle and a module series ranging from 0.6 to 10. It was widely used in automotive, aerospace, and general mechanical engineering for shaft-hub connections requiring high torque transmission and self-centering.
, it remains widely used in legacy industrial equipment and hydraulics for its simplicity. Key Features of DIN 5482 Table-Based Selection din 5482 spline standard file type pdf77
4.2. Broach Tool Procurement Many tooling suppliers still reference DIN 5482 when cataloging standard off-the-shelf broaches. If a design engineer specifies a hub according to DIN 5480, they may inadvertently request a custom-made broach, increasing cost and lead time. Conversely, specifying a DIN 5482 spline allows the manufacturer to use a standard tool already in inventory. Understanding the DIN 5482 Spline Standard (Now Superseded)
Centering: Commonly employs flank centering, though diameter centering is used in specific cases. Fundamental Geometry Formulas Key Features of DIN 5482 Table-Based Selection 4
These values are illustrative. Always verify with the original standard.