1. Reduce costs
The price of general motors is much higher than that of reducers. Pairing with a gearbox can increase torque, which is equivalent to increasing the power of the motor. A lower power motor is used in conjunction with a gearbox to achieve the required output power. Due to the use of motors with lower output power, the overall configuration cost can also be significantly reduced.
2. Protect the motor
The reducer is installed between the motor and the mechanical equipment, and it needs to withstand a large torque during operation. If there is an excessive load, the reducer will be damaged first, which has the function of protecting the motor. The cost of maintaining or replacing the gearbox at the same time is relatively low, which can also reduce maintenance costs.
3. Save energy
When the motor is directly connected to mechanical equipment for operation, in order to meet the required torque, the operation is reduced. At this time, the current will increase significantly, which not only consumes more energy but also heats up the motor. If the motor has poor heat dissipation, it is likely to cause the motor to burn out. Using a gearbox can reduce energy consumption and also avoid motor damage.
Reducer is an industrial product of mechanical transmission, which seems far away from everyone, and even many people hear the word "reducer" for the first time. In fact, it is even closer to our lives than we imagine. In the past, gearboxes only appeared in mechanical equipment. After years of development, the application of gearboxes can be seen in industrial and household products. Gearboxes are used in everything from transportation vehicles such as ships, cars, and locomotives to common household appliances and clocks in daily life.