Center-mounted Geared Motor

Advantages of center-mounted geared motor

Cost reduction
Integrating a gearbox with an electric motor can significantly reduce overall costs. This integration streamlines the manufacturing process, reduces the need for additional components, and minimizes maintenance costs.

High torque output
When a geared motor is used, the motor's torque is multiplied by the gear ratio and gear efficiency. A geared motor will output more running and holding torque than an ungeared, standard motor.

Speed reduction
In many gear reducers, torque rises as speed falls, creating an inverse relationship between the two. This inverse relationship means that gear reducers are particularly valuable in systems where a significant reduction in speed is needed. Similarly, the extent of speed reduction can be quantified by the reduction ratio, which also determines the increase in torque.

Drive large inertial loads
When a geared stepper motor or servo motor is used, the inertial load that can be rotated increases by the square of the gear ratio in comparison with an ungeared motor of the same size. Bascially, you can drive an exponentially bigger inertial load with geared motors.

Increased rigidity
Geared motors have increased rigidity and are resistant to torsional forces. Therefore, compared to standard motors, geared motors are less subject to issues caused by load torque fluctuations. High stability and position accuracy can be expected even when there are fluctuations in load.

Increased axial and radial loading
As a result of the increased rigidity of the gear motor, axial and radial loading can be increased. Axial loading involves forces that are applied parallel to the axis of the gear motor’s shaft. In contrast, radial loading involves forces that are applied perpendicular to the axis of the shaft. Since gearmotors can handle a high degree of both axial and radial loading, we get improved performance and more durability.

Improved dampening characteristics
The forces involved can be significant when a system has a large inertial load or requires fast acceleration and deceleration. These forces can cause instability or excessive stress on the motor and its components. Adding a gearbox to a motor increases the gearmotors ability to absorb vibrations that result from rapid acceleration or deceleration.

Compact design
Gearmotors are designed to be compact, combining the motor and gearbox into a single unit. This integration saves space and simplifies the design of machinery and equipment. The compactness also contributes to easier installation and maintenance, as fewer components need to be managed.

High efficiency
Modern gearmotors are designed to maximize efficiency. The efficiency of a gearmotor depends on the type of gears used and their design. High efficiency in gearmotors means that less energy is lost as heat, and more power is transmitted to the load, which is crucial for energy savings and performance optimization.