Posted to News on 16th May 2008, 10:48
Heavy-duty gearboxes feature planetary output stage
Baldor's new reducer gearbox family for heavy-duty material handling applications, the Dodge MagnaGear XTR, provides substantial weight and space savings.
Available in either parallel shaft or right-angle drive configurations, all the larger sizes of the gearbox employ a planetary output stage. This can reduce size substantially compared with all helical- or bevel-gearing systems, often by as much as 25 per cent or more, thereby simplifying equipment design for bulk handling equipment OEMs.
Baldor has also incorporated higher specification bearings exceeding L10 life standards to help reduce maintenance costs.
The Dodge MagnaGear XTR family offers a choice of eight sizes, rated for output torques from 11,300 to 103,950Nm (100,000 to 920,000lb-in). A proven planetary output stage is used on the four largest sizes. Speed reduction ratios from 8.5:1 to 63:1 are available depending on the model and configuration chosen.
Baldor's new reducer extends the Dodge power transmission range in the bulk handling sector for applications including conveyors and heavy-duty materials handling.
The new product complements the popular Dodge CST (controlled start transmission) that combines a gearbox with a clutch. It offers OEMs just the reducer function in a versatile form. All Dodge MagnaGear XTR variants can be provided in right-angle or parallel-shaft configurations to suit the system. The gearbox can be mounted on four sides and is typically much more compact than alternative products. Smaller sizes can be supplied with solid or hollow output shafts. The reducer is also compatible with a variety of soft-start mechanisms, including fluid couplings, making it suitable for solids and bulk handling applications.
Designed to meet or exceed international and AGMA standards, the MagnaGear XTR features a rugged cast iron housing with gearing that is carburised, hardened and precision-ground. Tandem HBNR (hydrogenated buna nitrile rubber) lip seals are provided as standard for extra protection.
A wide range of engineered accessories is available including internal lift-off style backstops, cooling systems, rigid couplings, torque arms, swing base mounts, tunnel housings and base plates. To download a brochure, visit www.dodgept.com/pdf/brochures/gearing/BR1610.pdf.
