Forklift cardan joint, or universal joint, is a joint mechanism that realizes variable angle power transmission. It is a forklift cardan joint on the steering column. Universal cardan joints can be found in forklift driving axle and semi axle.
The universal cardan joint of the forklift is used to change the direction of the transmission strength. In order to meet the power transmission, adapt to the steering and the change of angle caused by the up and down bounce, the forklift's drive axle, half shaft and axle are often connected by a universal cardan joint.