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Drive solutions for modern material flows
Mechanical Engineering & Special Equipment
Drive technology for individual machine solutions – flexible, reliable, tailor-made
Whether it’s a series machine or a special design – with us you get more than just a gearbox or geared motor.
In mechanical engineering and special plant engineering, flexibility, variety of variants and precise integration are crucial. Ruhrgetriebe supplies compact geared motors that are individually tailored to performance, installation situation and control – from modular standard solutions to specially developed special gearboxes from small series numbers.
Typical areas of application
- Conveying, packaging or assembly systems
- Inspection and test systems
- Tool changers and handling modules
- Turntables, rotary tables and linear actuators
- Machines in confined or dynamically stressed installation spaces
- Machines for the environment, laboratory, energy or lightweight construction
Geared motors for mechanical engineering & special systems
Choice of worm gears
SN6
Nominal torques
11 – 15 Nm
Ratios
i= 25 – 1520
Output shaft
Hollow Shaft, Solid Shaft
Data Sheets
SN8
Nominal torques
54 – 113 Nm
Ratios
i= 5 – 75
Output shaft
Hollow Shaft, Solid Shaft
Data Sheets
SN19
Nominal torques
139- 150 Nm
Ratios
i= 33 – 394
Output shaft
Hollow Shaft, Solid Shaft
Data Sheets
SN15
Nominal torques
2 – 4 Nm
Ratios
i= 3 – 110
Output shaft
Hollow Shaft, Solid Shaft
Data Sheets
Choice of planetary gearboxes
RPS series
Nominal torques
14 – 92 Nm
Ratios
i= 3 – 512
Diameter
40, 60, 80 mm
Data Sheets
RPL series
Nominal torques
7 – 60 Nm
Ratios
i= 3 – 100
Diameter
50, 70, 90 mm
Data Sheets
Selection of helical gearboxes
HG141
Nominal torques
15 – 30 Nm
Ratios
i= 1.29 – 8.17
Motor type
IEC electric motor
Data Sheets
HG281
Nominal torques
40 – 108 Nm
Ratios
i= 1.14 – 7.36
Motor type
IEC electric motor
Data Sheets
HG252A
Nominal torques
96 – 206 Nm
Ratios
i= 3.70 – 67.47
Motor type
IEC electric motor
Data Sheets
HG303A
Nominal torques
320 – 380 Nm
Ratios
i= 64.91 – 372.35
Motor type
IEC electric motor
Data Sheets
Benefits for your industry
Advantages of worm gears in mechanical engineering
Worm gearboxes are particularly suitable for compact machine designs where space constraints, quiet running and holding function are required. They offer right-angled power transmission and allow flexible mounting.
- Compact design for tight installation spaces
- Integrated self-locking prevents unwanted trailing
- Low-noise and vibration-free operation
- High gear ratios can be achieved in a single stage
- Freely selectable installation position for flexible constructions
- Maintenance-free operation due to permanent lubrication
Advantages of cylindrical gearboxes in mechanical engineering
Helical gearboxes are robust, efficient and ideal for drives with continuous loads. They are particularly suitable for lifting systems, chain conveyors or feed modules with constant load behaviour.
- High efficiency for energy-efficient continuous operation
- Constant and uniform power transmission
- Robust design for industrial applications
- Compatible with IEC standard motors for easy integration
- Thermally resilient for continuous operation applications
- Available in numerous sizes and gear ratios
Advantages of planetary gearboxes in mechanical engineering
Planetary gearboxes offer high precision, high torque density and are ideally suited for dynamic movements. They are often used in rotary tables, grippers or cycle axes.
- Very high power density with compact dimensions
- Backlash-free or low-backlash versions for exact positioning
- High efficiency in multi-stage variants
- Perfectly suited for dynamic motion profiles
- Durable, low-maintenance construction
- Can be used for applications with the highest requirements for accuracy and compactness
Experience the flexibility of our modular system
With our modular system, we offer flexible solutions that meet a wide range of requirements and industries. Thanks to modular components, gearboxes and motors can be individually combined to create customized drives for various applications.
Application Examples
Applications for worm gears in mechanical engineering
Worm gears for compact swivel modules in special machines
Quiet, space-saving drives for swivel units and holding functions – ideal for confined installation spaces.
Worm gears as stopper drives in conveyor systems
Self-locking and reliable: For the safe stopping and separation of workpiece carriers.
Worm gears for belt diverters & conveyor drops
90° power transmission with minimal space requirement – perfect for branching in transport lines.
Variable speed drives with worm gears for machine axes
Robust drive solution for sporadically adjusted modules and positioning units.
Clamping units & clamping devices with worm gears
Secure holding function thanks to high reduction ratio – maintenance-free and durable.
Swivel arms in assembly stations with compact worm drive
For ergonomically movable workstations – powerful and quiet.
Applications for helical gearboxes in mechanical engineering
Spur gears for lifting systems & linear movements
Reliable feed drive for lifting tables, spindle axes and linear assemblies.
Spur gears as drive for chain conveyors
High load capacity with smooth running – ideal for workpiece transport and pallet conveying.
Cross conveyor units with robust spur gear drive
Movement of load platforms or workpiece carriers in transverse axes.
Press feed drives with spur gears
Spur gears ensure uniform pressure feed in assembly or embossing units.
Tilting modules with helical gears
For constant, powerful tilting movements in the machine process – e.g. for turning components.
Continuous shaft drives with spur gears
Two-sided power transmission for synchronized movements – e.g. in clamping systems.
Applications for planetary gearboxes in mechanical engineering
Planetary gearboxes for rotary tables and cycle modules
Exact positioning in dynamic motion – for assembly and testing applications.
Compact planetary gearboxes for pick-and-place units
Ideal for gripping axes and handling modules with limited space and high precision.
Tool changer with backlash-free planetary gears
Reliable movements for tool rotations and automatic tool change systems.
Planetary gearboxes for linear drives with timing belts or spindle
Powerful solution for CNC axes, machining gantries and inspection modules.
Dynamic planetary drive turning units
Fast, precisely repeatable 180° rotation for machine processes and test stations.
Continuous shaft drives with spur gears
Backlash-free return to zero position – precise and maintenance-free.
