For mechanical designers and electrical engineers who develop applications, choosing the right AC gear motor can be a challenge. Decisions to make include whether to choose a pre-engineered item from a gear motor catalog or purchase the motor and gearbox separately. By understanding the gear motor’s applications and specifications, you can select the gearbox and AC gear motor that best fit your needs. Selecting a Gearbox Before you select an AC gear motor, you have to choose a gearbox that has the right torque and speed for your application. To help you make this determination, you need to know the…
What Affects AC & DC Gear Motor Longevity
An AC or DC gear motor is designed to have a long life. The length of that life depends on which type you choose from a gear motor catalog, or custom build, along with its intended purpose. However, the way you stress and maintain a DC or AC gear motor can affect its longevity for better or worse. The following factors affect the durability, performance and efficiency of gear motors: Environment of use. Inappropriate environmental temperatures and high humidity can shorten the life of an AC or DC gear motor. While in use, the ideal temperature range for a gear…
AC Gear Motor Selection Methods for Design Engineers
Choosing the right AC gear motor for your gearbox and application can be tough because of all the factors you must consider. As you begin your search, use the following guide to help you determine the features that are right for you. Basic Parameters When choosing an AC gear motor, it’s important to know the basic specifications you need. Before you begin your search, know your specification requirements for the following parameters: Horsepower Speed Efficiency Maintenance Product life Starting torque Noise Speed regulation Other product-specific requirements Package Size As you design an AC gear motor, use the motor size and…
