AC Gearmotors
AC gearmotors are an economical, easy-to-use choice for fixed-speed or variable-speed velocity control
applications. Winding options include AC fixed speed, PSC (permanent split capacitor) or split-phase (single-
phase) windings, or the more popular variable-speed AC three-phase, inverter-duty windings. Because there
are fewer moving parts and no brushes to replace, AC gear motors are a cost-effective, maintenance free, and
simple drive solutions for many industrial applications such as conveyor systems, food processing equipment,
medical equipment and factory automation. AC gearmotor styles are: parallel shaft, planetary/inline, hollow
shaft and right-angle worm gearmotors, with rated power from 1/25-3/4HP, gear ratios from 5:1 to 3600:1, and
rated torque up to 1000 lb-in (113 Nm).
AC Gearmotor Types
There are two main styles of gearboxes: those with output or drive shafts that are oriented parallel or inline to the motor armature or rotor shaft, and those with output or drive shafts that are oriented at a 90° or right-angle to the motor shaft.
AC Parallel Shaft Gearmotors
Simple to use, long life
Available with fixed- or variable-speed windings (single phase and three-phase). Our AC parallel shaft gearmotors provide rated speeds from 0.5 to 500 rpm, torque from 0.3 to 400 lb-in.
AC Right Angle Gearmotors
Flexible mounting, high torque
Available with fixed- or variable-speed windings. AC right angle gearmotors achieve speeds from 0.5 to 500 rpm, torque from 0.3 to 530 lb-in. Hollow shaft and Solid shaft models are optional.
AC Worm Gearmotors
Flexible mounting, self locking
Available with fixed- or variable-speed windings. AC worm gearmotors achieve speeds from 0.5 to 500 rpm, torque from 0.3 to 300 lb-in. Hollow shaft and Solid shaft models are optional.
Parallel Shaft Gearmotors
Parallel shaft gearmotors are also called “inline offset” gear motors. These gearmotors reduce the motor speed (typically from 1500, 1800 rpm) to as low as 0.5 rpm, and as high as 500 rpm. Common winding options are AC fixed speed PSC or split-phase, or the more popular variable-speed AC three-phase, inverter-duty designs. DC gearmotors are either driven by permanent magnet DC (PMDC) or brushless DC (BLDC) motors. In general, parallel shaft gearmotors have a higher output torque, efficiency, and lower backlash than right-angle worm gearmotors.
AC Right Angle Gearmotors
The output shaft of a right-angle (or hollow shaft) gear motor is at a 90-degree angle from the motor shaft. Hollow shaft right angle gearmotors can be used in either left-hand or right-hand installations, and eliminate the need for sprockets, pulleys or shaft couplings.
AC Worm Gearmotors
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AC Gearmotor Characteristics
1. High torque output: AC gear motors are designed to produce high torque output at low speeds, making them ideal for applications that require a lot of power.
2. Energy efficiency: By using a gear train to reduce the speed of the motor, AC gear motors can operate more efficiently than other types of motors, which means they can produce more power while using less energy.
3. Durability: AC gear motors are typically designed to be robust and durable, able to withstand harsh operating conditions and environments.
4. Versatility: AC gear motors are available in a wide range of sizes and configurations, making them suitable for a variety of applications.
5. Quiet operation: Due to the reduction in speed provided by the gear train, AC gear motors often operate more quietly than other types of motors.
6. Cost-effective: AC gear motors are often more cost-effective than other types of motors, especially in applications that require high torque and low speed.
AC Gearmotor Specifications
| power | voltage | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6W | 1 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 15 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| 25 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| 40 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |