What is a coaxial planetary gearbox?
A coaxial planetary gearboxe is a specific type of planetary gearbox where the input and output shafts are aligned on the same axis of rotation.
This design contrasts with other configurations like right-angle planetary gearboxes, where the input and output shafts are perpendicular to each other. The coaxial arrangement is achieved by placing the sun gear, planet gears, and ring gear in such a way that they all rotate around the same central axis.
How does the coaxial planetary gearbox convert the torque?
A coaxial planetary gearbox converts torque by using a sun gear, planet gears, and a ring gear. The input shaft drives the sun gear, which rotates the planet gears. These planet gears engage with both the sun gear and the stationary ring gear, amplifying torque as they rotate around the sun gear while also revolving on their own axes. The carrier holding the planet gears transfers this amplified torque to the output shaft. This mechanism multiplies the input torque based on the gear ratio, determined by the number of teeth on the gears, while reducing speed. The compact design ensures high efficiency, smooth operation, and even load distribution, making it ideal for demanding applications.
Advantages of SGR’s coaxial planetary gearboxes
- Compact structure—Easy to achieve coaxial or angular transmission;By aligning the input and output along the same axis, these gearboxes can fit into tighter spaces compared to other types of gearboxes.The compactness often leads to lighter overall machinery or equipment.
- High efficiency and low noise —Coaxial planetary gearboxes offer higher efficiency and lower heat generation,contributing to longer component life and reduced maintenance needs. The smooth operation of the coaxial planetary gearboxes also ensures low noise;
- High Torque Density— Coaxial planetary gearboxes can handle much higher torque loads than conventional gear systems while maintaining a relatively small size.
- Precision and Smooth Operation— Coaxial planetary gearboxes are designed with low backlash, ensuring precise positioning and smooth operation;The even load distribution across multiple gears helps in reducing vibrations and noise, leading to smoother running machinery.
- Durability and Longevity—SGR adopts 20CrMnTi for manufacturing coaxial planetary gearboxes,which enhances the durability and longevity of coaxial planetary gearboxes.
- Customized design for various applications—SGR has an experienced team mainly composed of customer service representatives, application engineers, design engineers and manufacturing engineers, they have the ability to customize coaxial planetary gearboxes, they adopts high degree of modular design and multi-stage cascading (single, double, or more) to meet the requirements for speed ratios;
- Strict quality control —SGR has passed the ISO9001 and DNV certification,SGR also conduct strict attention to detail and manufacture to exact tolerances and dimensions. Your coaxial planetary gearboxes will be manufactured with precision and accuracy.
- Competitive price —SGR is a planetary gearboxes sourcing manufacturer in China,we can provide you with competitive price.
- Good after-sales service—SGR has a dedicated after-sales team to help if you have questions at any time throughout the purchasing process. Give us a call or message and we will offer dedicated, personal support to help get you started and identify what product will best fit your application.
Where are coaxial planetary gearboxes used?
Due to their compact design, high torque density, efficiency, and versatility,coaxial planetary gearboxes are widely used where reliable power transmission is essential. Some common applications are:
- Conveyors and Material Handling—These coaxial planetary gearboxes ensure consistent speed and torque for transporting materials efficiently.
- Electric Vehicles (EVs)—Coaxial planetary gearboxes are integral in EV drivetrains, offering efficient power transmission from electric motors to the wheels.
- Steering Systems—Used in power steering systems to reduce the effort required to turn the vehicle's wheels.
- Wind Turbines— Coaxial planetary gearboxes are used in wind turbine nacelles to increase the low-speed rotation of the blades into a higher speed suitable for electricity generation.
- Propulsion Systems—Used in marine vessels for efficient power transmission from engines to propellers.
- Excavators and Bulldozers—For driving tracks or wheels, providing the necessary torque and speed reduction.
- Drilling Machines—Used in directional drilling equipment for oil, gas, and geothermal exploration.
- Bottling Lines—Ensuring smooth and precise operations in packaging machinery.
- Mixing and Conveying—Used in food processing equipment for mixing ingredients or conveying products through different stages of production.
Why choose SGR's coaxial planetary gearboxes?
The series of reducers is positioned as a "substitute for imported similar reducers" (capable of replacing similar products from foreign brands), with design concepts and production technology synchronized with international standards.
Due to localized services, it has gained recognition from users in the industrial fields such as construction machinery auxiliary engines, mining machinery, and textile printing and dyeing machinery for its cost-effectiveness. The product was awarded the "First Prize for Scientific and Technological Achievements in the Gear Industry" by the China Gear Professional Association in 2009, recognized as a "High-tech Achievement Transformation Project of Shanghai City" , and an invention patent has been applied for.