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    Need help with proper motor selection.

    What is the best motor type to use for the following application?: A portable tool (variable torque) operating at 24 VDC needing 1/2 hp full load at 10,000 rpm. Continuous operation, overall motor life at least 200 hours, speed control all required.
  2. fti

    Source for DIN Planet Gears

    I am in need of small planet gears of the following nominal specification: Length - 17 mm Bore - 13 mm ground Ra 8 Teeth - 24 Rack Profile - DIN 867 Pitch dia. - 19.2 mm Pressure angle - 20 degrees Hardness - case hardened to Rc 58 I can provide a drawing. Any leads greatly appreciated. FTI
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    Planetary Gear Lubrication

    I am currently prototype testing a single stage planetary gear that is a 5:1 reduction with an input speed/hp of 3500 rpm/1-1/2 hp. It is all steel in construction and is contained in an aluminum housing. This gear was chosen for its small size, low mass and high efficiency. It is being used as...

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