Product Description
Product Description
1, The gear is made of high-strength low-carbon alloy steel by carburizing and quenching. The hardness of
the tooth surface is up to HRC58-62. The gears are groun d grinding technology with high precision and
good contact.
2, High transmission efficiency: CZPT is greater than 96.5%, double level is greater than 93%, third
level is greater than 90%.
3, Smooth operation and low noise.
4, Small size, light weight, long service life and high carrying capacity.
5, Easy to disassemble and easy to install.
Expressed Method Of Model
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SWL 2.5 M-1 A-II-500 FZ |
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SWL |
2.5 |
M |
1 |
A |
II |
500 |
FZ |
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worm gear screw jack |
bearing capacity(25kN) |
Ratio Code |
structural form code |
structure |
assembly form |
Screw stroke(mm) |
Protection form code |
Product Parameters
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SWL2.5 |
SWL5 |
SWL10/15 |
SWL20 |
SWL25 |
SWL35 |
SWL50 |
SWL100 |
SWL120 |
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Max lifting load |
25 |
50 |
100/150 |
200 |
250 |
350 |
500 |
1000 |
1200 |
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Screw diameter x pitch[mm] |
Tr30x6 |
Tr40x7 |
Tr58x12 |
Tr65x12 |
Tr90x16 |
Tr110x18 |
Tr120x20 |
Tr160x23 |
Tr180x25 |
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Worm Ratio |
6:1 |
6:1 |
7:1 |
8:1 |
10:1 |
10:1 |
10:1 |
12:1 |
12:1 |
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24:1 |
24:1 |
23:1 |
24:1 |
32:1 |
32:1 |
32:1 |
36:1 |
36:1 |
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Stroke for one input turn [mm] |
1.0 |
1.167 |
1.565 |
1.5 |
1.5 |
1.69 |
1.87 |
1.92 |
2.083 |
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0.250 |
0.292 |
0.5 |
0.5 |
0.5 |
0.56 |
0.625 |
0.638 |
0.694 |
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Max permissible power[kW] |
1.45 |
2.59 |
3.47 |
4.02 |
5.38 |
13.06 |
13.9 |
28.5 |
62 |
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Weight per 100mm screw & protective tube [kg] |
0.45 |
0.82 |
1.67 |
2.15 |
4.15 |
5.20 |
7.45 |
13.6 |
17.3 |
How to Choose a Screw Jack? Some questions you need answer pls.
Q1: The capacity is to load ? KG (it means how many Kg or Tons the screw jack need to lift or drop?)
The stroke is ? mm (it means the screw shaft length, such as 500mm)
The lifting speed is ? mm/second (it means how much time you want to use to finish the stroke?
Such as I want to use 20 seconds to finish the 500mm stroke then can come out the speed is 25mm/s )
Screw jack SWL2.5-120 performance parameters table as the below:
Q2: Which the screw top you need? Answer: I need (A B C D E F).
Q3: Manual type (Hand wheel driven) or electric motor driven type? Answer: I need type.
Q4: Screw movement (screw travelling up and down when working) or Nut movement (the nut travelling up
and down when working)? Upright or Inverted? Answer: I need (A B E F)
Our Advantages
Packaging & Shipping
Company Profile
Xihu (West Lake) Dis.ng Transmission Equipment Co., Ltd. located HangZhou city, ZHangZhoug, as 1 professional
manufacturer and exporter of cycloidal pin wheel reducer,worm reducer, gear reducer, gearbox ,
AC motor and relative spare parts, owns rich experience in this line for many years.
We are 1 direct factory, with advanced production equipment, the strong development team and
producing capacity to offer quality products for customers.
Our products widely served to various industries of Metallurgy, Chemicals, textile,medicine,wooden
etc. Main markets: China, Africa,Australia,Vietnam, Turkey,Japan, Korea, Philippines…
Welcome to ask us any questions, good offer always for you for long term business.
FAQ
Q: Are you trading company or manufacturer?
A: We are factory.
Q: How long is your delivery time?
A: Generally it is 5-10 days if the goods are in stock. or it is 15-20 days if the goods are not in stock.
Q: Can we buy 1 pc of each item for quality testing?
A: Yes, we are glad to accept trial order for quality testing.
Q:How to choose a gearbox which meets your requirement?
A:You can refer to our catalogue to choose the gearbox or we can help to choose when you provide
the technical information of required output torque, output speed and motor parameter etc.
Q: What information shall we give before placing a purchase order?
A:a) Type of the gearbox, ratio, input and output type, input flange, mounting position, and motor informationetc.
b) Housing color.
c) Purchase quantity.
d) Other special requirements.
| Application: | Motor, Machinery, Marine, Agricultural Machinery |
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| Hardness: | Hardened Tooth Surface |
| Installation: | Vertical Type |
| Layout: | Coaxial |
| Gear Shape: | Worm Gear |
| Step: | Single-Step |
Developing a Mathematical Model of a Cyclone Gearbox
Compared to planetary gearboxes, cycloidal gearboxes are often seen as the ideal choice for a wide range of applications. They feature compact designs that are often low friction and high reduction ratios.
Low friction
Developing a mathematical model of a cycloidal gearbox was a challenge. The model was able to show the effects of a variety of geometric parameters on contact stresses. It was able to model stiction in all quadrants. It was able to show a clear correlation between the results from simulation and real-world measurements.
The model is based on a new approach that enables modeling stiction in all quadrants of a gearbox. It is also able to display non-zero current at standstill. Combined with a good simulation algorithm, the model can be used to improve the dynamic behaviour of a controlled system.
A cycloidal gearbox is a compact actuator used for industrial automation. This type of gearbox provides high gear ratios, low wear, and good torsional stiffness. In addition, it has good shock load capacity.
The model is based on cycloidal discs that engage with pins on a stationary ring gear. The resulting friction function occurs when the rotor begins to rotate. It also occurs when the rotor reverses its rotation. The model has two curves, one for motor and one for generator mode.
The trochoidal profile on the cycloidal disc’s periphery is required for proper mating of the rotating parts. In addition, the profile should be defined accurately. This will allow an even distribution of contact forces.
The model was used to compare the relative performance of a cycloidal gearbox with that of an involute gearbox. This comparison indicates that the cycloidal gearbox can withstand more load than an involute gearbox. It is also able to last longer. It is also able to produce high gear ratios in a small space.
The model used is able to capture the exact geometry of the parts. It can also allow a better analysis of stresses.
Compact
Unlike helical gearing, compact cycloidal gearboxes can provide higher reduction ratios. They are more compact and less weighty. In addition, they provide better positioning accuracy.
Cycloid drives provide high torque and load capacity. They are also very efficient and robust. They are ideal for applications with heavy loads or shock loads. They also feature low backlash and high torsional stiffness. Cycloid gearboxes are available in a variety of designs.
Cycloid discs are mounted on an eccentric input shaft, which drives them around a stationary ring gear. The ring gear consists of many pins, and the cycloidal disc moves one lobe for every rotation of the input shaft. The output shaft contains roller pins, which rotate around holes in the cycloidal disc.
Cycloid drives are ideally suited to heavy loads and shock loads. They have high torsional stiffness and high reduction ratios, making them very efficient. Cycloid gearboxes have low backlash and high torque and are very compact.
Cycloid gearboxes are used for a wide variety of applications, including marine propulsion systems, CNC machining centers, medical technology, and manipulation robots. They are especially useful in applications with critical positioning accuracy, such as surgical positioning systems. Cycloid gearboxes feature extremely low hysteresis loss and low backlash over extended periods of use.
Cycloid discs are usually designed with a reduced cycloid diameter to minimize unbalance forces at high speeds. Cycloid drives also feature minimal backlash, a high reduction ratio, and excellent positioning accuracy. Cycloid gearboxes also have a long service life, compared to other gear drives. Cycloid drives are highly robust, and offer higher reduction ratios than helical gear drives.
Cycloid gearboxes have a low cost and are easy to print. CZPT gearboxes are available in a wide range of sizes and can produce high torque on the output axis.
High reduction ratio
Among the types of gearboxes available, a high reduction ratio cycloidal gearbox is a popular choice in the automation field. This gearbox is used in applications requiring precise output and high efficiency.
Cycloid gears can provide high torque and transmit it well. They have low friction and a small backlash. They are widely used in robotic joints. However, they require special tools to manufacture. Some have even been 3D printed.
A cycloidal gearbox is typically a three-stage structure that includes an input hub, an output hub, and two cycloidal gears that rotate around each other. The input hub mounts movable pins and rollers, while the output hub mounts a stationary ring gear.
The input shaft is driven by an eccentric bearing. The disc is then pushed against the ring gear, which causes it to rotate around the bearing. As the disc rotates, the pins on the ring gear drive the pins on the output shaft.
The input shaft rotates a maximum of nine revolutions, while the output shaft rotates three revolutions. This means that the input shaft has to rotate over eleven million times before the output shaft is able to rotate. The output shaft also rotates in the opposite direction of the input shaft.
In a two-stage differential cycloidal speed reducer, the input shaft uses a crank shaft design. The crank shaft connects the first and second cycloidal gears and actuates them simultaneously.
The first stage is a cycloidal disc, which is a gear tooth profile. It has n=7 lobes on its circumference. Each lobe moves around a reference pitch circle of pins. The disc then advances in 360deg steps.
The second stage is a cycloidal disc, also known as a “grinder gear”. The teeth on the outer gear are fewer than the teeth on the inner gear. This allows the gear to be geardown based on the number of teeth.
Kinematics
Various scholars have studied the kinematics of cycloidal gearbox. They have developed various approaches to modify the tooth profile of cycloidal gears. Some of these approaches involve changing the shape of the cycloidal disc, and changing the grinding wheel center position.
This paper describes a new approach to cycloid gear profile modification. It is based on a mathematical model and incorporates several important parameters such as pressure angle, backlash, and root clearance. The study offers a new way for modification design of cycloid gears in precision reducers for robots.
The pressure angle of a tooth profile is an intersegment angle between the normal direction and the velocity direction at a meshing point. The pressure angle distribution is important for determining force transmission performance of gear teeth in meshing. The distribution trend can be obtained by calculating the equation (5).
The mathematical model for modification of the tooth profile can be obtained by establishing the relationship between the pressure angle distribution and the modification function. The dependent variable is the modification DL and the independent variable is the pressure angle a.
The position of the reference point A is a major consideration in the modification design. It ensures the force transmission performance of the meshing segment is optimal. It is determined by the smallest profile pressure angle. The position is also dependent on the type of gear that is being modified. It is also influenced by the tooth backlash.
The mathematical model governing the pressure angle distribution is developed with DL=f(a). It is a piecewise function that determines the pressure angle distribution of a tooth profile. It can also be expressed as DL=ph.
The pressure angle of a tooth is also an angle between the common normal direction at the meshing point and the rotation velocity direction of the cycloid gear.
Planetary gearboxes vs cycloidal gearboxes
Generally, there are two types of gearboxes that are used for motion control applications: cycloidal gearbox and planetary gearbox. Cycloid gearboxes are used for high-frequency motions, while planetary gearboxes are suitable for low-speed applications. Both are highly accurate and precise gearboxes that are capable of handling heavy loads at high cycle rates. But they have different advantages and disadvantages. So, engineers need to determine which type of gearbox is best suited for their application.
Cycloid gearboxes are commonly used in industrial automation. They provide excellent performance with ratios as low as 10:1. They offer a more compact design, higher torque density and greater overload protection. They also require less space and are less expensive than planetary gearboxes.
On the other hand, planetary gearboxes are lightweight and offer a higher torque density. They are also capable of handling higher ratios. They have a longer life span and are more precise and durable. They can be found in a variety of styles, including square-framed, round-framed and double-frame designs. They offer a wide range of torque and speed capabilities and are used for numerous applications.
Cycloid gearboxes can be manufactured with different types of cycloidal cams, including single or compound cycloidal cams. Cycloid cams are cylindrical elements that have cam followers that rotate in an eccentric fashion. The cam followers act like teeth on the internal gear. Cycloid cams are a simple concept, but they have numerous advantages. They have a low backlash over extended periods of time, allowing for more accurate positioning. They also have internal compressive stresses and an overlap factor between the rolling elements.
Planetary gearboxes are characterized by three basic force-transmitting elements: ring gear, sun gear, and planet gear. They are generally two-stage gearboxes. The sun gear is attached to the input shaft, which in turn is attached to the servomotor. The ring gear turns the sun gear and the planet gear turns the output shaft.
editor by CX 2023-11-13
China Custom CZPT Arrow Durable in Use High Speed Gearbox for Twin Screw Extruder cycloidal drive efficiency
Product Description
Overview
Product Description
Wide Selection of Gearbox Products
The gearbox usually adopts a general design scheme, but in special cases, the design scheme of the gearbox can be changed according to the demands of the user, and it can be modified into an industry-specific gearbox. In the design scheme of the gearbox, the parallel shaft, vertical shaft, general box, and various parts can be changed
Advantages
- Absorption of very high torques and axial forces
- No need for separate thrust housing & bearing.
- Easy alignment (screw directly fits into the vore of gear box)
- Easy to assemble & dismantle.
- Very heavy duty spherical roller thrust bearing is provided.
- Power saving. (you may save up to 20 % power.)
- Less requirement of space.
- For bigger sizes water cooling is provided
- No maintenance required except periodic oil level checking.
- Higher productivity
Features
- Twin Screw Extruder Gearboxes offer the dual shaft counter rotating. The range is available for various center distances
- The gearboxes are available with co-rotating and counter rotating variants
- To work under heavy loading force, the high level dissipation and oil lubrication system are provided. The axial roller type swivel thrust with the thrust bearing coupled in tandem way support the axial thrust
- High torque and high speed output rate
Processing Characteristics of Screw Shaft:
1.Suitable suggestion on material to ensure components performance and extend lifetime of products.
2.Professional technical team can provide surveying and mapping support.
3.All components are finished by CNC machine.
4.Sophisticated quality management system ensure superior quality.
Basic Info.
| Warranty: 1 year | Weight (KG): 500 KG |
| Place of Origin: HangZhou, China |
Gearing Arrangement: helical |
| ratio: 8-20 |
Output Torque: 2*176 |
| standard: JB/T8853-2001 |
Certificate: CE |
| Heat treatment: High-frequency Hardening |
Efficiency: 94%~98%(depends on the transmission stage) |
| Customized support:OEM ODM | Input/output shaft material 40Cr |
| Package: Wooden case |
Mount position: Flange, hollow shaft, CZPT shaft |
| After-sale:Online 24/7 Installation Xihu (West Lake) Dis. | advantage: excellent quality |
| Reduction radio: 3:1 |
Mount Position: Horizontal Foot Mounted Vertical |
| Input Speed: 1500 |
Output Speed: 500 |
Packaging & delivery
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Packing: wooden case packing |
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| Port: HangZhou Port |
Applications
X helical gear units for double-screw extruders with parallel drive shafts and the same direction of screw rotation are used mainly in the manufacture of granulates and the refining of raw plastics. Other areas of application include:
- Paint and lacquer industry
- Washing agent industry
- Foodstuff industry (e.g. bread, pasta)
- Animal-feed industry (dog, cat other animal food
Maintenance of the gearbox of the dual-screw extruder
1. The gear box of the dual-screw extruder should be well-ventilated, and the working environment temperature should be within the range of 5-35 °C.
2. Always check the oil quantity of the gear lubricating oil in the box to ensure that the transmission parts in the box are well lubricated.
3. Pay attention to check the bearing parts of the box frequently. The oil temperature of the oil tank of the transmission box should not exceed 70 ºC during operation.
4. The newly put into use gearbox needs to replace the lubricating oil after 250 hours of operation. The oil change time depends on the state of the oil. It is recommended to replace it after 4000-8000 hours of operation or once a year.
5. The gearbox of the dual-screw extruder needs to be regularly maintained and inspected once a year
Operating Process
1. The gear on the input shaft is driven by the motor and starts to rotate.
2. The rotating input gear meshes with other gears inside the gearbox, transmitting power.
3. Different-sized gears within the gearbox are combined to form a gear train. Through continuous meshing and rotation, the high-speed, low-torque power from the input shaft gradually converts into low-speed, high-torque output.
4. The output shaft is connected to the last gear and transfers the output torque to the load.
5. Gear reduction gearboxes typically include lubrication and cooling systems to ensure smooth operation and prevent overheating and damage.
6. Our extruder gearbox converts high-speed, low-torque power into low-speed, high-torque output by changing the size ratios and meshing arrangements of different gears, achieving the function of speed reduction.
Types of Gearboxes:
Based on customer requirements, gear reduction gearboxes can be classified according to the size of the output shaft, center distance of the output shaft, output speed, and torque. Alternatively, we can provide several commonly used types of gearboxes for customers to choose from.
Product Service
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24-hour Hotline
No matter when and where to call we can find our service to you.
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Pre-sales Consultation
We have 5 sales people online, and whether you have any question can be solved through online communication. |
After-sales Services
Receive products have any questions about the product, can look for us,we will help you deal with the the first time,to your satisfaction. |
Exhibition
Certificate
Company profile
ZheJiang Arrow Machinery Co., Ltd.is a company specializing in R&D, production, sales, application promotion of food engineering projects. As 1 of the largest scaled food processing equipment &whole plant engineering problem solvers in China, machines served for more than 970 companies, export to 116 countries, area, more than 20 years engineering team, we recognize that quality equals value, aims to create a great future together with global customers.
FAQ
1. Q: How about Arrow Machinery?
R: ZheJiang Arrow Machinery Co., Ltd. is a High-Tech company. Our firm is composed of a strong
team which has substantial experience in R&D, manufacture, technique and sales service and has
specialized in extruder industry for 10 years,leading screw barrel manufacturer in China.
2. Q:What’s Arrow machinery’s capacity?
R:Company is in strict accordance with CE and ISO9001 quality certification system.There are over 200
models of extruders and spare parts.
3. Q:What’s the delivery time?
R:For regular size, we have finished stock and semi-finished stock, 2 weeks max enough
for customized, normally within 20days .
4. Q:How about the gearbox quality and price?
R: top quality in China with competitive price and globle after-sale service
5. Q:what’s the life time and guarantee buy from Arrow machinery ?
R: 3~5years life time for nitriding ones and bimtallic ones will be longer
One year min. Guarantee.
6.Q:Where is Arrow Machinery factory and how to reach there?
R:NO.47 Chengbohu Road, Xihu (West Lake) Dis. District,HangZhou City, China. You can take the train or plane to HangZhou and we can pick you up.
7.Q:How to contact with you?
R:just reply to me if have any question.
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Shipping Cost:
Estimated freight per unit. |
To be negotiated |
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| Application: | Motor, Machinery |
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| Function: | Distribution Power, Change Drive Torque, Change Drive Direction, Speed Changing, Speed Reduction, Speed Increase |
| Layout: | Cycloidal |
| Customization: |
Available
| Customized Request |
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How to Calculate Transmission Ratio for a Cycloidal Gearbox
Using a cycloidal gearbox can be very useful in a wide variety of situations. However, it’s important to understand how to use it properly before implementing it. This article discusses the benefits of using a cycloidal gearbox, how to calculate the transmission ratio, and how to determine the effects of dynamic and inertial forces on the gearbox.
Dynamic and inertial effects
Various studies have been done to study the dynamic and inertial effects of cycloidal gearboxes. These studies have been performed using numerical, analytical and experimental methods. Depending on the nature of the load and its distribution along the gear, a variety of models have been developed. These models use finite element method to determine accurate contact stresses. Some of these models have been developed to address the nonlinear elasticity of contacts.
Inertial imbalance in a cycloidal gearbox causes vibration and can affect the efficiency of the device. This can increase mechanical losses and increase wear and tear. The efficiency of the device also depends on the torque applied to the cycloidal disk. The effectiveness of the device increases as the load increases. Similarly, the nonlinear contact dynamics are also associated with an increase in efficiency.
A new model of a cycloidal reducer has been developed to predict the effects of several operational conditions. The model is based on rigid body dynamics and uses a non-linear stiffness coefficient. The model has been validated through numerical and analytical methods. The model offers drastic reduction in computational costs. The model allows for a quick analysis of several operational conditions.
The main contribution of the paper is the investigation of the load distribution on the cycloidal disc. The study of this aspect is important because it allows for an analysis of the rotating parts and stresses. It also provides an indication of which gear profiles are best suited for optimizing torque transmission. The study has been conducted with a variety of cycloidal gearboxes and is useful in determining the performance of different types of cycloidal gearboxes.
To study the load distribution on the cycloidal disc, the authors investigated the relationship between contact force, cycloidal gearboxes and different gear profiles. They found that the non-linear contact dynamics have a large impact on the efficiency of a cycloidal gearbox. The cycloidal gearbox is an ideal solution for applications that involve highly dynamic servos. It can also be used in machine tool applications and food processing industries.
The study found that there are three common design principles of cycloidal reducers. These are the contact force distribution, the speed reduction and the trochoidal profile of the cycloidal disc. The trochoidal profile has to be defined carefully to ensure correct mating of the rotating parts. The trochoidal profile provides an indication of which gear profiles are best for optimizing torque transmission. The contact force distribution can be improved by refining the mesh along the disc’s width.
As the input speed increases, the efficiency of the reducer increases. This is because contact forces are constantly changing in magnitude and orientation. A cycloidal reducer with a one tooth difference can reduce input speed by up to 87:1 in a single stage. It also has the ability to handle high-cycle moves without backlash.
Transmission ratio calculation
Getting the correct transmission ratio calculation for a cycloidal gearbox requires a good understanding of what a gearbox is, as well as the product that it is being used for. The correct ratio is calculated by dividing the output speed of the output gear by the input speed of the input gear. This is usually accomplished by using a stopwatch. In some cases, a catalog or product specification may be required. The correct ratio is determined by a combination of factors, such as the amount of torque applied to the mechanism, as well as the size of the gears involved.
A cycloidal gear is a type of gear tooth profile that can be represented using a spline. It is also possible to model a gear with a cycloidal profile by using a spline to connect points against the beginning of a coordinate system. This is important in the design and functionality of a gear.
There are many different gears used in machines and devices. These include the herringbone gear, the helical gear and the spiral bevel gear. The best transmission ratios are typically obtained with a cycloidal gearbox. In addition to ensuring the accuracy of positioning, a cycloidal gearbox provides excellent backlash. Cycloid gears have a high degree of mechanical efficiency, low friction, and minimal moment of inertia.
A cycloidal gearbox is often referred to as a planetary gearbox, though it is technically a single-stage gearbox. In addition to having a ring gear, the gearbox has an eccentric bearing that drives the cycloidal disc in an eccentric rotation. This makes the cycloidal gearbox a good choice for high gear ratios in compact designs.
The cycloid disc is the key element of a cycloidal gearbox. The cycloid disc has n=9 lobes, and each lobe of the disc moves by a lobe for every revolution of the drive shaft. The cycloid disc is then geared to a stationary ring gear. The cycloidal disc’s lobes act like teeth on the stationary ring gear.
There are many different gears that are classified by the profile of the gear teeth. The most common gears are the involute and helical gears. Most motion control gears include spur designs. However, there are many other types of gears that are used in various applications. The cycloidal gear is one of the more complicated gears to design. The cycloid disc’s outline can be represented using markers or smooth lines, though a scatter chart will also do.
The cycloid disc’s lobes rotate on a reference pitch circle of pins. These pins rotate 40 deg during the eccentric rotation of the drive shaft. The pins rotate around the disc to achieve a steady rotation of the output shaft.
The cycloid disc’s other obvious, and possibly more important, feature is the’magic’ number of pins. This is the number of pins that protrude through the face of the disc. The disc has holes that are larger than the pins. This allows the pins to protrude through the disc and attach to the output shaft.
Application
Whether you’re building a robot drive or you’re simply looking for a gearbox to reduce the speed of your vehicle, a cycloidal gearbox is a great way to achieve a high reduction ratio. Cycloidal gearboxes are a low-friction, lightweight design that has an extremely stable transmission. They are suitable for industrial robots and can be used in many applications, including positioning robots.
Cycloidal gearboxes reduce speed by using eccentric motion. The eccentric motion enables the entire internal gear to rotate in wobbly cycloidal motion, which is then translated back into circular rotation. This eliminates the need for stacking gear stages. Cycloidal gearboxes also have less friction, higher strength, and greater durability than conventional gearboxes.
The cycloidal gearbox is also used in a number of applications, including marine propulsion systems, and robot drives. Cycloidal gearboxes reduce vibration by using offset gearing to cancel out vibrations.
Cycloidal gears have lower friction, higher strength, and better torsional stiffness than involute gears. They also have a reduced Hertzian contact stress, making them better than involute gears for use with shock loads. They also have a smaller size and weight than conventional gearboxes, and they have a higher reduction ratio than involute gears.
Cycloidal gears are typically used to reduce the speed of motors, but they also offer a number of other advantages. Cycloidal gearboxes have a smaller footprint than other gearboxes, allowing them to fit into confined spaces. They also have low backlash, allowing for precise movement. Cycloidal gears have a higher efficiency, resulting in lower power requirements and lower wear.
The cycloidal disc is one of the most important components of the gearbox. Cycloidal discs are normally designed with a short cycloid, which minimizes the eccentricity of the disc. They are also designed with a shortened flank, resulting in better strength and less stress concentration. Cycloidal discs are typically geared to a stationary ring gear. The cycloid is designed to roll around the stationary ring pins, which push against the circular holes in the disc. Cycloidal gearboxes typically employ two degrees of shift.
Cycloidal drives are ideal for heavy load applications. They also have high torsional stiffness, which makes them highly resistant to shock loads. Cycloidal drives also offer a high reduction ratio, which can be achieved without the need for a large input shaft. They are also compact and have a high service life.
The output shaft of a cycloidal gearbox always has two degrees of shifting, which ensures that the input and output shafts always rotate at a different speed. The output shaft would be a pin casing around the drive disks, which would also allow for easy maintenance.
Cycloidal gearboxes are also very compact and lightweight, so they are ideal for use in industrial robots. The cycloidal gearbox reducer is the most stable, low-vibration reducer in industrial robots, and it has a wide transmission ratio range.
editor by CX 2023-06-13
China Transmission Geared Motor Unit Screw Drive Lifts Stepper Cyclo Cycloidal Extruder Helical Planetary Bevel Worm Speed Variator Gear Reducer Gearbox cycloidal drive reducer
Merchandise Description
SRC HELICAL GEARBOX
Merchandise Description
We create pace reducers in rigorous accordance with ISO9001 common to offer our customers with high good quality gearboxes at competitive costs. Our gearboxes are equipped with accessories from intercontinental popular makes, these kinds of as lubricant from Shell brand, and bearing from CZPT brand name. The housing and gear are produced in our business below stringent top quality control. All our products are accessible in massive stocks, and we can also supply you with custom-made reducer answers, pleasefeel self-assured to contact us.
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TRC: code for equipment models series |
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1. No code implies foot-mounted |
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two.F: B5 flange mounted |
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3.Z:B14 flange mounted |
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Specification code of gear units 01,02.03.04 |
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B01,MO1……implies foot code,with no flange |
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1.I.II1.B5 Output flange specification, defaultl not to create out is alright |
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2. IECinput flange |
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three.HS: Shaft enter |
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Transmission ratio of equipment models |
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one.M1: Mounting positio, default mounting situation M1 not to create out is ok |
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one.No mark means without having motor |
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2. Design motos (poles of electricity)voltage – frequency |
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voltage – frequency |
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HangZhou Sihai Equipment Co., Ltd.
Background: More than twenty years of knowledge in the manufacture of reducer products.Scale: Cover doing work region of 13300 square. meters,have much more than 113 personnel.
Technologies: A group of skilled . technical engineers and a sturdy R&D team.
Management: Scientific ERP management and rigorous good quality manage method.
Products: 50 CNC lathes,6 machining. centers, 6 gear grinding equipment, 2 high-pace.challenging hobbing machines, 12 gear hobbing
equipment. ten CNC cylindrical grinding devices,4 CNC inner grinding devices 1spectrometer, higher-velocity equipment shaping 1 equipment,
2 gear measuring centers 1 coordinate measuring instrument.
lnnovation: Continually diversify items range to fulfill customers’needs.Manufacturing capacity: 1000 pcs/day.
Long-term supplier of globe-class firms: t he major markets are in Southea st Asia, Europe, Center East.
Advertising model: All export business.
| To Be Negotiated | 1 Piece (Min. Order) |
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| Application: | Motor, Electric Cars, Motorcycle, Machinery, Marine, Toy, Agricultural Machinery, Car |
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| Hardness: | Hardened Tooth Surface |
| Step: | Double-Step |
| Type: | Gear Reducer |
| Transport Package: | 1PCS/1box |
| Specification: | aluminium |
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2.F: B5 flange mounted
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3.Z:B14 flange mounted
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Specification code of gear units 01,02.03.04
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3.HS: Shaft input
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| Application: | Motor, Electric Cars, Motorcycle, Machinery, Marine, Toy, Agricultural Machinery, Car |
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| Hardness: | Hardened Tooth Surface |
| Step: | Double-Step |
| Type: | Gear Reducer |
| Transport Package: | 1PCS/1box |
| Specification: | aluminium |
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TRC: code for gear units series
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1. No code means foot-mounted
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2.F: B5 flange mounted
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3.Z:B14 flange mounted
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Specification code of gear units 01,02.03.04
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B01,MO1……means foot code,without flange
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1.I.II1.B5 Output flange specification, defaultl not to write out is ok
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2. IECinput flange
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3.HS: Shaft input
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Transmission ratio of gear units
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1.M1: Mounting positio, default mounting position M1 not to write out is ok
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1.No mark means without motor
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2. Model motos (poles of power)voltage – frequency
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Cyclone Gearbox Vs Involute Gearbox
Whether you’re using a cycloidal gearbox or an involute gearbox for your application, there are a few things you should know. This article will highlight some of those things, including: cycloidal gearbox vs involute gearbox, weight, compressive force, precision, and torque density.
Compressive force
Several studies have been carried out to analyze the static characteristics of gears. In this article, the authors investigate the structural and kinematic principles of a cycloidal gearbox. The cycloidal gearbox is a gearbox that uses an eccentric bearing inside a rotating frame. It has no common pinion-gear pair, and is therefore ideal for a high reduction ratio.
The purpose of this paper is to investigate the stress distribution on a cycloidal disc. Various gear profiles are investigated in order to study the load distribution and dynamic effects.
Cycloidal gearboxes are subject to compression and backlash, which require the use of proper ratios for the bearing rate and the TSA. The paper also focuses on the kinematic principles of the reducer. In addition, the authors use standard analysis techniques for the shaft/gear and the cycloidal disc.
The authors previously worked on a rigid body dynamic simulation of a cycloidal reducer. The analysis used a trochoidal profile on the cycloidal disc periphery. The trochoidal profile is obtained from a manufacturing drawing and takes into account the tolerances.
The mesh density in the cycloidal disc captures the exact geometry of the parts. It provides accurate contact stresses.
The cycloidal disc consists of nine lobes, which move by one lobe per rotation of the drive shaft. However, when the disc is rotated around the pins, the cycloidal disc does not move around the center of gravity. Therefore, the cycloidal disc shares torque load with five outer rollers.
A low reduction ratio in a cycloidal gearbox results in a higher induced stress in the cycloidal disc. This is due to the bigger hole designed to reduce the material inside the disc.
Torque density
Several types of magnetic gearboxes have been studied. Some magnetic gearboxes have a higher torque density than others, but they are still not able to compete with the mechanical gearboxes.
A new high torque density cycloidal magnetic gearbox using Halbach rotors has been developed and is being tested. The design was validated by building a CPCyMG prototype. The results showed that the simulated slip torque was comparable to the experimental slip torque. The peak torque measured was a p3 = 14 spatial harmonic, and it corresponds to the active region torque density of 261.4 N*m/L.
This cycloidal gearbox also has a high gear ratio. It has been tested to achieve a peak torque of 147.8 Nm, which is more than double the torque density of the traditional cycloidal gearbox. The design incorporates a ferromagnetic back-support that provides mechanical fabrication support.
This cycloidal gearbox also shows how a small diameter can achieve a high torque density. It is designed with an axial length of 50mm. The radial deflection forces are not serious at this length. The design uses a small air gap to reduce the radial deflection forces, but it is not the only design option.
The trade-off design also has a high volumetric torque density. It has a smaller air gap and a higher mass torque density. It is feasible to make and mechanically strong. The design is also one of the most efficient in its class.
The helical gearing design is a newer technology that brings a higher level of precision to a cycloidal gearbox. It allows a servomotor to handle a heavy load at high cycle rates. It is also useful in applications that require smaller design envelopes.
Weight
Compared to planetary gearboxes, the weight of cycloidal gearboxes is not as significant. However, they do provide some advantages. One of the most significant features is their backlash-free operation, which helps them deliver smooth and precise movement.
In addition, they provide high efficiency, which means that servo motors can run at higher speeds. The best part is that they do not need to be stacked up in order to achieve a high ratio.
Another advantage of cycloidal gearboxes is that they are usually less expensive than planetary gearboxes. This means that they are suitable for the manufacturing industry and robotics. They are also suited for heavy-duty robots that require a robust gearbox.
They also provide a better reduction ratio. Cycloidal gears can achieve reduction ratios from 30:1 to 300:1, which is a huge improvement over planetary gears. However, there are few models available that provide a ratio below 30:1.
Cycloidal gears also offer more resistance to wear, which means that they can last longer than planetary gears. They are also more compact, which helps them achieve high ratios in a smaller space. The design of cycloidal gears also makes them less prone to backlash, which is one of the major shortcomings of planetary gearboxes.
In addition, cycloidal gears can also provide better positioning accuracy. In fact, this is one of the primary reasons for choosing cycloidal gears over planetary gears. This is because the cycloid disc rotates around a bearing independently of the input shaft.
Compared to planetary gearboxes, cycloidal gears are also much shorter. This means that they provide the best positioning accuracy. They are also 50% lighter, meaning that they have a smaller diameter.
Precision
Several experts have studied the cycloidal gearbox in precision reducers. Their research mainly focuses on the mathematical model and the method for precision evaluation of cycloidal gears.
The traditional modification design of cycloidal gears is mainly realized by setting various machining parameters and center position of the grinding wheel. But it has some disadvantages because of unstable meshing accuracy and uncontrollable tooth profile curve shape.
In this study, a new method of modification design of cycloidal gears is proposed. This method is based on the calculation of meshing backlash and pressure angle distribution. It can effectively pre-control the transmission accuracy of cycloid-pin gear. It can also ensure good meshing characteristics.
The proposed method can be applied in the manufacture of rotary vector reducers. It is also applicable in the precision reducer for robots.
The mathematical model for cycloidal gears can be established with the pressure angle a as a dependent variable. It is possible to calculate the pressure angle distribution and the profile pressure angle. It can also be expressed as DL=f(a). It can be applied in the design of precision reducers.
The study also considers the root clearance, the backlash of gear teeth and the profile angle. These factors have a direct effect on the transmission performance of cycloidal gear. It also indicates the higher motion accuracy and the smaller backlash. The modified profile can also reflect the smaller transmission error.
In addition, the proposed method is also based on the calculation of lost motion. It determines the angle of first tooth contacts. This angle is an important factor affecting the modification quality. The transmission error after the second cycloid method is the least.
Finally, a case study on the CZPT RV-35N gear pair is shown to prove the proposed method.
Involute gears vs cycloidal gears
Compared to involute gears, cycloidal gears have a lower noise, less friction, and last longer. However, they are more expensive. Cycloidal gears can be more difficult to manufacture. They may be less suitable for certain applications, including space manipulators and robotic joints.
The most common gear profile is the involute curve of a circle. This curve is formed by the endpoint of an imaginary taut string unwinding from the circle.
Another curve is the epicycloid curve. This curve is formed by the point rigidly attached to the circle rolling over another circle. This curve is difficult to produce and is much more expensive to produce than the involute curve.
The cycloid curve of a circle is also an example of the multi-cursor. This curve is generated by the locus of the point on the circle’s circumference.
The cycloid curve has the same diameter as the involute curve, but is tangentially curving along the circle’s diameter. This curve is also classified as ordinary. It has several other functions. The FE method was used to analyze the strain state of cycloidal speed reducers.
There are many other curves, but the involute curve is the most widely used gear profile. The involute curve of a circle is a spiraling curve traced by the endpoint of an imaginary tautstring.
Involute gears are a lot like a set of Lego blocks. They are a lot of fun to play with. They also have a lot of advantages. For example, they can handle center sifts better than cycloidal gears. They are also much easier to manufacture, so the cost of involute teeth is lower. However, they are obsolete.
Cycloidal gears are also more difficult to manufacture than involute gears. They have a convex surface, which leads to more wear. They also have a simpler shape than involute gears. They also have less teeth. They are used in rotary motions, such as in the rotors of screw compressors.
editor by czh 2023-01-13
China Transmission Geared Motor Unit Wp Nmrv Swl Screw Drive Lifts Stepper Cyclo Cycloidal Extruder Helical Plenetary Worm Speed Variator Gear Reducer Gearbox differential gearbox
Product Description
Characteristics:
(1)Large output torque
(2) Safe, reliable, economical and durable
(3) Stable transmission, quiet operation
(4) High heat-radiating efficiency, high carrying ability
(5) Combination of 2 single-step worm gear speed reducers, meeting the requirements of super speed ratio
(6) Mechanical gearboxes are widely used in the sectors,like foodstuff, ceramics, and chemical manufacturing, as well as packing, printing, dyeing and plastics
Technical data:
(1) Motor input power:0.06kw-15kw
(2) Output torque:4-2320N.M
(3) Speed ratio of worm gear peed reducer: 5/10/15/20/25/30/40/50/60/80/100
(4) With IEC motor input flange: 56B14/71B14/80B5/90B5…
Materials:
(1) NMRV571-NMRV090: Aluminium alloy housing
(2) NMRV110-150: Cast iron housing
(3) Bearing: CZPT bearing & Homemade bearing
(4) Lubricant: Synthetic & Mineral
(5) The material of the worm mandrel is HT250, and the worm ring gear is ZQSn10-1.
(6) With high quality homemade bearings, assembled CZPT oil seals & filled with high quality lubricant.
Operation&mantenance
(1)When worm speed reducer starts to work up to200-400 hours, its lubricant should be replaced.
(2)The gearbox need to replace the oil after 4000 hours.
(3)Worm reduction gearbox is fully filled with lubricant oil after finshed assembly.
(4)Lubricanting oil should be kept enough in the casing and checked at a fixed time.
Color:
(1) Blue / Light blue
(2) Silvery White
Quality control
(1) Quality guarantee: 1 year
(2) Certificate of quality: ISO9001:2000
(3) Every product must be tested before sending
| Motor power | Model | speed ratio | output speed | output toruqe |
| 0.06kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.0N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 2.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 3.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 4.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 5.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 6.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 7.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 9.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 11.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 80 | 18rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| 0.09kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.7N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 3.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 5.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 7.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 8.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 17.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| 0.12kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 3.6N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 5.2N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 6.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 9.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 16.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 19.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 22.0N.M | |
| 0.18kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 5.3N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 7.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 20.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 24.0N.M |
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US $22 / Piece | |
1 Piece (Min. Order) |
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| Output Speed: | 14-280rpm |
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| Input Speed: | 1400rpm |
| Ouput Torque: | 2.6-1195n.M |
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| Motor power | Model | speed ratio | output speed | output toruqe |
| 0.06kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.0N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 2.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 3.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 4.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 5.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 6.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 7.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 9.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 11.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 80 | 18rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| 0.09kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.7N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 3.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 5.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 7.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 8.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 17.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| 0.12kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 3.6N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 5.2N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 6.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 9.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 16.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 19.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 22.0N.M | |
| 0.18kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 5.3N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 7.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 20.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 24.0N.M |
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| Output Speed: | 14-280rpm |
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| Input Speed: | 1400rpm |
| Ouput Torque: | 2.6-1195n.M |
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| Motor power | Model | speed ratio | output speed | output toruqe |
| 0.06kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.0N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 2.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 3.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 4.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 5.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 6.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 7.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 9.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 11.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 80 | 18rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| 0.09kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 2.7N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 3.9N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 5.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 7.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 8.8N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 17.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 60 | 24rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| 0.12kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 3.6N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 5.2N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 6.6N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 9.3N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 12.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 16.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 40 | 35rpm | 19.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 50 | 28rpm | 22.0N.M | |
| 0.18kw 1400rpm | NMRV030 | 5 | 280rpm | 5.3N.M |
| NMRV030 | 7.5 | 186rpm | 7.7N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 10 | 140rpm | 10.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 15 | 94rpm | 14.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 20 | 70rpm | 18.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 25 | 56rpm | 20.0N.M | |
| NMRV030 | 30 | 47rpm | 24.0N.M |
The Parts of a Gearbox
There are many parts of a Gearbox, and this article will help you understand its functions and components. Learn about its maintenance and proper care, and you’ll be on your way to repairing your car. The complexity of a Gearbox also makes it easy to make mistakes. Learn about its functions and components so that you’ll be able to make the best choices possible. Read on to learn more. Then, get your car ready for winter!
Components
Gearboxes are fully integrated mechanical components that consist of a series of gears. They also contain shafts, bearings, and a flange to mount a motor. The terms gearhead and gearbox are not often used interchangeably in the motion industry, but they are often synonymous. Gearheads are open gearing assemblies that are installed in a machine frame. Some newer designs, such as battery-powered mobile units, require tighter integration.
The power losses in a gearbox can be divided into no-load and load-dependent losses. The no-load losses originate in the gear pair and the bearings and are proportional to the ratio of shaft speed and torque. The latter is a function of the coefficient of friction and speed. The no-load losses are the most serious, since they represent the largest proportion of the total loss. This is because they increase with speed.
Temperature measurement is another important preventive maintenance practice. The heat generated by the gearbox can damage components. High-temperature oil degrades quickly at high temperatures, which is why the sump oil temperature should be monitored periodically. The maximum temperature for R&O mineral oils is 93degC. However, if the sump oil temperature is more than 200degF, it can cause seal damage, gear and bearing wear, and premature failure of the gearbox.
Regardless of its size, the gearbox is a crucial part of a car’s drivetrain. Whether the car is a sports car, a luxury car, or a farm tractor, the gearbox is an essential component of the vehicle. There are two main types of gearbox: standard and precision. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The most important consideration when selecting a gearbox is the torque output.
The main shaft and the clutch shaft are the two major components of a gearbox. The main shaft runs at engine speed and the countershaft may be at a lower speed. In addition to the main shaft, the clutch shaft has a bearing. The gear ratio determines the amount of torque that can be transferred between the countershaft and the main shaft. The drive shaft also has another name: the propeller shaft.
The gears, shafts, and hub/shaft connection are designed according to endurance design standards. Depending on the application, each component must be able to withstand the normal stresses that the system will experience. Oftentimes, the minimum speed range is ten to twenty m/s. However, this range can differ between different transmissions. Generally, the gears and shafts in a gearbox should have an endurance limit that is less than that limit.
The bearings in a gearbox are considered wear parts. While they should be replaced when they wear down, they can be kept in service much longer than their intended L10 life. Using predictive maintenance, manufacturers can determine when to replace the bearing before it damages the gears and other components. For a gearbox to function properly, it must have all the components listed above. And the clutch, which enables the transmission of torque, is considered the most important component.
Functions
A gearbox is a fully integrated mechanical component that consists of mating gears. It is enclosed in a housing that houses the shafts, bearings, and flange for motor mounting. The purpose of a gearbox is to increase torque and change the speed of an engine by connecting the two rotating shafts together. A gearbox is generally made up of multiple gears that are linked together using couplings, belts, chains, or hollow shaft connections. When power and torque are held constant, speed and torque are inversely proportional. The speed of a gearbox is determined by the ratio of the gears that are engaged to transmit power.
The gear ratios in a gearbox are the number of steps a motor can take to convert torque into horsepower. The amount of torque required at the wheels depends on the operating conditions. A vehicle needs more torque than its peak torque when it is moving from a standstill. Therefore, the first gear ratio is used to increase torque and move the vehicle forward. To move up a gradient, more torque is required. To maintain momentum, the intermediate gear ratio is used.
As metal-to-metal contact is a common cause of gearbox failure, it is essential to monitor the condition of these components closely. The main focus of the proactive series of tests is abnormal wear and contamination, while the preventative tests focus on oil condition and additive depletion. The AN and ferrous density tests are exceptions to this rule, but they are used more for detecting abnormal additive depletion. In addition, lubrication is critical to the efficiency of gearboxes.
Maintenance
Daily maintenance is a critical aspect of the life cycle of a gearbox. During maintenance, you must inspect all gearbox connection parts. Any loose or damaged connection part should be tightened immediately. Oil can be tested using an infrared thermometer and particle counters, spectrometric analysis, or ferrography. You should check for excessive wear and tear, cracks, and oil leaks. If any of these components fail, you should replace them as soon as possible.
Proper analysis of failure patterns is a necessary part of any preventative maintenance program. This analysis will help identify the root cause of gearbox failures, as well as plan for future preventative maintenance. By properly planning preventative maintenance, you can avoid the expense and inconvenience of repairing or replacing a gearbox prematurely. You can even outsource gearbox maintenance to a company whose experts are knowledgeable in this field. The results of the analysis will help you create a more effective preventative maintenance program.
It is important to check the condition of the gearbox oil periodically. The oil should be changed according to its temperature and the hours of operation. The temperature is a significant determinant of the frequency of oil changes. Higher temperatures require more frequent changes, and the level of protection from moisture and water reduces by 75%. At elevated temperatures, the oil’s molecular structure breaks down more quickly, inhibiting the formation of a protective film.
Fortunately, the gear industry has developed innovative technologies and services that can help plant operators reduce their downtime and ensure optimal performance from their industrial gears. Here are 10 steps to ensure that your gearbox continues to serve its purpose. When you are preparing for maintenance, always keep in mind the following tips:
Regular vibration analysis is a vital part of gearbox maintenance. Increased vibration signals impending problems. Visually inspect the internal gears for signs of spiraling and pitting. You can use engineers’ blue to check the contact pattern of gear teeth. If there is a misalignment, bearings or housings are worn and need replacement. Also make sure the breathers remain clean. In dirty applications, this is more difficult to do.
Proper lubrication is another key factor in the life of gearboxes. Proper lubrication prevents failure. The oil must be free of foreign materials and have the proper amount of flow. Proper lubricant selection depends on the type of gear, reduction ratio, and input power. In addition to oil level, the lubricant must be regulated for the size and shape of gears. If not, the lubricant should be changed.
Lack of proper lubrication reduces the strength of other gears. Improper maintenance reduces the life of the transmission. Whether the transmission is overloaded or undersized, excessive vibration can damage the gear. If it is not properly lubricated, it can be damaged beyond repair. Then, the need for replacement gears may arise. However, it is not a time to waste a lot of money and time on repairs.
editor by czh