Are you looking for low backlash gearboxes with a compact design? Apex Dynamics presents several series of high-quality gearboxes that offer a unique solution. In this article, we will discuss why low backlash gearboxes with a smaller size are of interest and what the supply of Apex Dynamics so unique.

Servo technology

Many machine builders in the Benelux focus on designing mechatronic solutions based on servo technology. Over the years, we have seen that servo motors are becoming more powerful, cost-efficient, accurate and smaller. This is a positive trend that makes the market grow year after year. However, the trend toward more compact solutions also brings challenges.

In many cases, in addition to such a small motor - with a rated torque of less than 2 Nm and a shaft diameter of 11 mm or less - it is also necessary to integrate a gearbox. This is to achieve higher output torque, reduce speed, adjust inertia and/or accommodate higher radial and axial forces. Although machine builders can often find smaller medium-end gearboxes with helical gearing, high-quality gearboxes with helical gearing prove more difficult to obtain. Often these typically start at a (rather hefty) size of 60 or 70 mm, which is up to 30% larger than desired.

Why is it difficult to find suitable high-end gearboxes?

Manufacturing such gearboxes requires highly accurate and complex machinery, sophisticated gearbox designs and extensive assembly expertise. These are disciplines in which Apex Dynamics happily excels.

Low Backlash Gearboxes with Smaller Build Size

Apex Dynamics offers the solution: the AB and AF series present high-quality gearboxes with a build size of only 42 mm, rated torques of up to 22 Nm and minimal backlash (<1 arc minute). The output shaft can be designed with a keyway or a smooth shaft, while the motor connection is through Apex Dynamics is taken care of. With 25 gear ratios in a straight version and another 36 in an angled version, there is always a gearbox that perfectly suits the needs.

If you don't need an output shaft but an (ISO9409 or robotic) flange, offers Apex Dynamics also the solution: the AD047. This one is super compact but powerful!

Applications of Compact Gearboxes

This series of compact gearboxes finds application in various industries:

• Rotational axes for robots (Main criteria: Dynamic)
• Mirror Positioning in the HighTech Industry (Main Criteria: Accuracy)
• Targeting surveillance cameras for defense (Key criteria: Vibration-free)
• Motion feedback systems for control stick simulators (Main criteria: Compact)
• Grippers for articulated arm robots (Main criteria: Compactness and weight)

Moreover, these gearboxes can be used in challenging environments, such as ATEX environments, vacuum conditions, clean rooms and more.

Are you interested in the super-compact solutions of Apex Dynamics? Then contact us now at [email protected].