5C-3X Universal Joint 1480 5C HWD Conversion U Joint Heavy Duty

5C-3XU UDS 1480x5C Series Combo U-Joint HWD Conversion Heavy Duty Greaseable

The 5C-3XU is a combination (COMBO) universal joint manufactured by UDS, bridging the 1480 series and the 5C series (MECH designation). Cap diameter on side 1 is 1.375" at 4.188" width, and cap diameter on side 2 is 1.688" at 4.531" width. This joint is greaseable. Also referenced as part 5C-3X.

Specifications

• Part Number: 5C-3XU (Ref: 5C-3X)
• Brand: UDS
• Series: 1480 x 5C
• Style: COMBO (MECH)
• Cap Diameter 1: 1.375"
• Width 1: 4.188"
• Cap Diameter 2: 1.688"
• Width 2: 4.531"
• Lube: Yes (Greaseable)
• Notes: MECH — 5C x 1480

The 5C-3XU is a conversion joint used when one end of the driveshaft connects to a 1480-series yoke (1.375" cap, 4.188" width) and the other end connects to a 5C mechanical series yoke (1.688" cap, 4.531" width). Confirm the cap bore diameter and yoke ear width at each end of the installation match the respective cap specifications before pressing. The greaseable design requires periodic lubrication via the trunnion fitting. The 5C series is a heavy industrial mechanical classification with a significantly larger cap than the 1480. This combination joint is specified for drivetrain conversions where the two ends of the shaft are rated to different series — a common scenario in heavy equipment retrofits. The cap dimension difference (1.375" vs 1.688") and width difference (4.188" vs 4.531") mean this joint cannot be installed backward; match the cap sizes to the correct yoke ends during assembly.