A
worm gearbox consists of a shaft with screw thread, also referred as a
worm, that meshes with a toothed wheel. It changes the direction of the
axis of rotary motion.
Salient Features
- Good heat dissipation.
- Can be universally mounted.
- Available in different coupling options.
- Lubricated for long life.
Materials Used
These gearboxes are constructed from superior materials including :
- Aluminum
- Cast iron
- Stainless steel
- Hardened steel
- Bronze
The worm gearboxes are available with different precision levels
with backlash options. These industrial products are noiseless and
maintenance free and also available with mounting options including
hollow shaft, single output shaft and dual output shaft.
Use of Worm Gearboxes
These gearboxes are used in diverse fields including :
- Machine tools
- Industrial robots
- Tracking systems
- Semiconductor manufacturing
- Automotive
Worm Gearbox
