New large FINE CYCLO speed reducer

High-precision speed reducer is now available from Centa Transmissions

The new zero backlash high-precision speed reducer, designed to bring increased efficiency to medium- and large-scale robotic and automated manufacturing processes needing high-speed reduction ratios, is now available in the UK from Centa Transmissions.

Designed for robotic systems, the large FINE CYCLO F4CFS-UA 115 is the only zero backlash speed reducer of its type available anywhere in the world, having a very low propensity for error, even when working under maximum dynamic alternating loads.

Using the Cyclo principal, its innovative design features specially contoured cycloid disc lobes that allows the two-stage reduction gear to operate at very low vibration levels, with an optimal distribution of load forces. The cycloid discs for the second-stage gear are combined with four spur (involute) gears that operate as the first stage of a central toothed input shaft, each spur gear being combined with an eccentric shaft that rotates two symmetric cycloid discs of the secondary drive stage.

The smooth distribution of forces within the gear unit and the high degree of overlap between the cycloid disc lobes and outer pins ensures that the large compact gear, which has an outside diameter of 570mm, achieves a nominal torque up to 16,685Nm and an acceleration torque of up to 30,000Nm.

The dynamism provided by this new FINE CYCLO speed reducer, coupled with Centa’s expertise and versatility in designing and building innovative and robust drive solutions, means that all types of precision and automated manufacturing systems can work resiliently to the utmost proficiency for increased productivity.

It will withstand up to five time its nominal torque in emergency stop situations.