Understanding Right Angle Gear Motors

Gear-type motors are used in a myriad of industrial applications in which the speed of rotation of mechanical torque needs to be transformed into power. From both light and heavy industrial uses – it is clear that gear-type motors play a pivotal role in powering the world around us.

Right angle gear motors in particular – are essential for a number of the operational applications we rely on, including use in industrial equipment, medical applications, material handling, beverage dispensing, packaging applications and conveyor operations.

In today’s blog we’ll bring it back to right angle gear motor basics – by looking at its intended use, briefly examining its major components, and assessing a few common types of motors available.

Why We Opt for Right Angle Motors

These types of motors are used in situations where space is limited. The motor must consistently perform the required speed, torque, and efficiency to meet the needs of its application.

Breaking Down the Right Angle Gear Motor

When it comes down to it – this type of gear motor can be broken down into 3 main components: the motor, the gear, and its orientated right angle.

• Motor – the motor effectively converts energy intended to perform the task at hand
• Gear – the toothed gears interlock to allow for increased speed and/or power
• Right Angle – the motor is situated at a 90-degree turn

Types of Gears in Right Angle Motors

There are a number of right angle motors that are available depending on the unique demands of your application. Different types of gears including the worm gear, planetary gear, helical gear, spiral gear, and hypoid gears are all examples of various gear types of gear-based right angle motors.

In Need of Quality Gear Motor Equipment?

Bauer GMC is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of gear motor machines and equipment. We provide variable speed drives and other gearing products to businesses across a range of industries in Canada. You can count on us to deliver quality and excellence when it comes to our products and service. Call Bauer GMC today to learn more about our gear motor products – we’d be happy to assist you with finding a solution!