Sleeve

A sleeve is a component, usually hollow and cylindrical, which can perform various functions within an assembly. These include, for example, guiding, spacing, supporting or protecting components.

Sleeves are used for a variety of design purposes. For example, they can create defined spaces, guide or support components, and, depending on their design, absorb or transmit forces within an assembly.

There are different types of sleeves depending on their function and design. These include, for example, spacer sleeves and support sleeves, as well as sleeves with a flange, collar or other functional geometries.

Yes. Sleeves can be produced by cold forming or cold extrusion. This process enables the cost-effective manufacture of complex sleeve geometries with high dimensional accuracy and reproducible quality, particularly for high production volumes.

Sleeves can have different external and internal geometries depending on their function and component design. Possible features include, for example, flanges, collars, profiled sections, varying wall thicknesses or defined internal contours.