HT Servo’s Micron range of planetary gearheads seamlessly combine the proven features of planetary technology such as low backlash, high torsional stiffness and high torque to volume ratio with the latest ‘swing link’ technology, which raises torque capacity by as much as 25 percent. The Micron planetary gearheads feature a gear arrangement that uses three […]
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Kollmorgen Servo System Catalog
Kollmorgen introduces the Kollmorgen Servo System Catalog. The catalog details the features, benefits and specifications of the company’s broad range of servo system solutions including Kollmorgen’s complete range of AKD® Ethernet-based servo drives, AKM™servomotors, direct drive technology, Kollmorgen Cartridge DDR® motors, housed DDR motors, linear positioning systems, precision tables, electric cylinders, rodless actuators, TRUE Planetary™ […]
GROSCHOPP INC. SHOWCASED IN MANUFACTURING MARVELS® ON FOX BUSINESS NETWORK
Groschopp Inc. will appear on Manufacturing Marvels® a two-minute production on The FOX Business Network that features companies who manufacture exclusively in the United States. Produced by Award winning producers Bob and Jerry May of Marvel Production Group, LLC. and narrated by acclaimed former FOX and ABC anchor John Criswell. The production portrays Groschopp’s manufacturing, […]
PWM Speed Controls Drive Permanent Magnet DC Gearmotors and Motors up to 1/3 HP
12 and 24 Volt PWM Speed Controls from Bodine Electric Company provide simple and reliable speed control for low-voltage 12 or 24V permanent magnet DC (PMDC) gearmotors and motors (up to 1/3 HP / 250 Watts). The controls utilize pulse width modulation (PWM) technology to insure quiet operation, low operating temperature and optimal brush life. […]
How to size and select gearboxes: A Motion Engineer’s Guide
Updated May 2016. || Application-tailored and custom gearboxes are increasingly common, mainly because they’re easier than ever to manufacture to specification. That’s not to say that the design work isn’t challenging. However, modern manufacturing lets some suppliers make gearboxes and components to meet specific application requirements. New supplier approaches to giving engineering support as well […]
How to Select a Gearmotor in Four Simple Steps
Updated May 2015. || Consider key design parameters when selecting a gearmotor for a motion control application. Step One: As the motor or gearmotor selection process begins, first gather the relevant technical and commercial requirements. This first step is often overlooked, but it’s a critical component in the design process. The gathered information will then be used […]
PITTMAN and Haydon Kerk Express Website for Quick Delivery Prototypes
PITTMAN Motors and Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, product divisions of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, announce the launch of a new website that allows a visitor to evaluate and order a wide variety of precision motion components for 24 hour shipment anywhere in the world. The PITTMAN Express and Haydon Kerk Express website makes available a […]
Wormetary™ Gearmotor from Dunkermotor
To meet the needs of OEMs requiring a high torque, low output speed non-backdrivable gearmotor without sacrificing energy efficiency, Dunkermotor, now part of AMETEK Precision Motion Control, has paired a right angle worm gear to turn the corner with an efficient planetary gearbox for high reduction ratios as well as high torque capability. The new […]
GAM Gear inline planetary gearbox with helical gearing
With the all-new SPH series inline planetary gearbox, GAM Gear (www.gamweb.com) provides a new level of precision and power to its extensive portfolio of gear technology which includes spiral bevel, hypoid, worm and spur. Featuring helical gearing, the inline planetary gearbox is specifically designed for cyclic and dynamic motion control applications. It can be optimized […]
Pittman G30 planetary gearbox delivers durability, maximum torque density
Pittman Motors (www.pittman-motors.com) has expanded its portfolio with the addition of a new planetary gearbox, which is specifically designed with durability and maximum torque density in mind. Engineered to complement five different Pittman motor series, the G30A planetary gearboxes allow a wider range of speeds and output torque. Using the optional mounting flange, the small […]