Product Introduction
SMK gear motors combine a worm gear reducer with an AC or DC electric motor in a matched assembly. The package converts motor speed into the lower output speed and higher torque required by industrial equipment.
Advantages
- Motor and reducer selected as a complete drive package
- AC, DC, single-phase and three-phase options
- Compact right-angle designs for limited installation space
- Multiple ratios, mounting positions and output arrangements
- Reduced sourcing and compatibility work for equipment builders
Typical Applications
Conveyors, packaging equipment, small automation machines, food machinery, doors and gates, agricultural equipment, mixers and material-handling systems.
How to Specify a Gear Motor
Provide supply voltage and frequency, target output speed, continuous and peak torque, operating hours, starts per hour, mounting position and environmental conditions. SMK can recommend a gearbox ratio, frame size and motor power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a gear motor?
A gear motor is an electric motor combined with a speed reducer to provide a defined lower speed and higher output torque.
Can I order the gearbox and motor separately?
Yes. SMK can supply separate components or a matched assembly, depending on the installation and sourcing requirement.
What information is needed for selection?
Output speed, torque, duty cycle, available power supply, mounting arrangement and operating environment are the main selection inputs.