Gearhead
| Manufacturer | Boston Gear |
| Product Code | 30572121 |
| Shipping | Shipped in 6-8 weeks |
| Stock Availability | Available On Demand |
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION / OVERVIEW
Advantage of the Gearhead:
- Planetary gearheads deliver very high torque in a compact package because multiple planet gears share the load simultaneously, allowing greater torque transmission without increasing size or weight.
- Precision planetary designs are engineered for very low backlash, minimizing lost motion and improving positioning accuracy in precision servo and stepper applications.
- The planetary arrangement typically achieves efficiencies of around 95–98 percent, as power transmission mainly occurs through rolling rather than sliding contact, resulting in lower energy loss and cooler operation.
- The coaxial design places the input and output shafts on the same axis, simplifying motor integration and reducing overall space requirements.
- Planetary gear arrangements provide high rigidity and torsional stiffness, improving system response, reducing vibration, and enhancing motion control in precision automation.
- High-quality planetary gearheads deliver smooth and quiet operation, especially when equipped with helical gears, compared to simpler spur gear units.
- Multiple planet gears distribute loads evenly, reducing stress on individual gear teeth and increasing durability and service life, particularly under high torque or frequent start-stop conditions.
ABOUT THE PRODUCT
| Country of Origin: | USA | ||||||||||||||||
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| Supplier location: | USA |
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Product Type: | True Planetary Gearhead NA |
| Series: | VT Series NA |
| Frame Size: | 75 NA |
| Gear Ratio: | 20/1 Ratio |
| Gear Type: | Spur Planetary NA |
| Backlash: | ≤15 Arc-minutes |
| Housing Material: | Aluminum Alloy NA |
FAQs
20/1 ratio.
Size 75.
Spur planetary gearing.
Up to 15 arc-minutes.
Automation and industrial machinery.

