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Understanding Specifications

5:1 and 10:1 What Is the Practical Selection Difference?

Increasing the gear ratio reduces output speed, Theoretical output torque increases, Reflected inertia also changes, Dynamic Response & Stage Selection.

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Selection Basics

How Short Acceleration Times Affect a Gearbox?

The shorter the acceleration time, The higher the inertial torque, May trigger alarms, Shock Loads, Noise, Temperature rise or reduced service life.

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Selection Basics

How Frequent Starts and Stops Affect Gearbox Life?

Frequent acceleration and deceleration create repeated peak loads, And increase gear loading, Thermal and mechanical loads on bearings and lubrication systems.

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Troubleshooting

How to Diagnose Increasing Gearbox Noise?

Begin by examining gear meshing, Bearing, Mounting Rigidity, Concentricity, Check load changes and lubrication conditions step by step.

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Troubleshooting

Does High Gearbox Temperature Always Indicate a Quality Problem?

Check the load factor first, Lubrication, Concentricity, Installation Environment & Acceleration/Deceleration Time, Then investigate possible internal faults.

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Understanding Specifications

Why Low Backlash Does Not Guarantee High Positioning Accuracy?

Positioning accuracy also depends on structural rigidity, Coupling, Encoder, Ball Screw, Load Deflection & Control Settings.

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Installation & Maintenance

Which Motor Interface Dimensions Must Be Checked?

Pay particular attention to shaft diameter, Shaft Length / Keyway, Pilot Diameter & Mounting Hole Spacing, Confirm flange thickness and thread specifications when necessary.

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Understanding Specifications

Should You Use Rated Torque or Peak Torque?

Use rated torque for continuous operation, Starting, Also check peak torque and allowable duration for braking and brief shock loads.

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Selection Basics

Why Motor Power Alone Is Not Enough to Select a Planetary Gearbox?

Motors with the same power may have different speeds, Inertia & Peak Capability, Select the gearbox based on output torque, Gear Ratio, Determine inertia and interface requirements together.

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