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Nov 10, 2017 - Drive Function of Radicon Geared Motors with the Patented Motor Adaptor

Various commercial and industrial applications, such as in cranes, lifts, and winches, are made possible by Radicon geared motors. These are designed to optimize performance capabilities by reducing speed to increase torque or force. By integrating a series of reduction gears, applications involving a piece of equipment that needs to be able to exert a high amount of force in order to lift or move a heavy load can be completed.

Radicon offers various options for geared motors, each designed to handle specific applications. Discover their edge in the market:

The Radicon Patented Motor Adaptor

With the goal of fitting standard motors, Radicon developed the Motor Adaptor which is a small casting intended for connecting the Motor and the gearbox. This patented, innovative adapter system makes fitting of all standard I.E.C. and N.E.M.A. motors cost-effective and readily available, so your intended applications and operations can proceed without a hitch.

Here are the features that make the Radicon Motor Adaptor an outstanding component of applications completed by geared motors:

• Fit standard motors - Radicon geared motors are designed to fit standard motors which was made possible by developing the Motor Adaptor, a small casting that connects the Motor and the gearbox.

• Large bearings in the adaptor - these two large bearings are designed to ensure that the gearbox does not rely on the motor bearing, which prolongs the life of the motor.

• Dry Connection - through the use of an integral oil seal, the adaptor enables a dry connection between the motor and the gearbox, as well as easy removal of the motor without having to drain the oil.

• Blue blushing design - serving far more than aesthetic purposes, the blue blushing of the Motor Adaptor completely eliminates fretting corrosion and ensures that the motor shaft and input can be easily disassembled during repairs or maintenance in the future, prolonging the lifespan of the geared motor.

• Noise reduction - the Radicon geared motor’s quiet operation helps reduce ambient workplace noise, thereby driving productivity of employees.

• Adaptor brushes - functioning much like inner lining, brushes fill up the space inside the motor shaft and can easily be added or removed to adapt to different shaft sizes.

• Easy replacement - since the key dimensions of the Radicon geared motor series C, F, K, and M are universal, replacement parts are easily interchangeable with many European-manufactured counterparts which can then be easily installed into existing applications.

Radicon vs. SEW Eurodrive

Radicon geared motors offer a wide range of in-line and right angle gearboxes in a variety of unit sizes, input powers, and geared ratios. Because these are compatible with standard IEC and NEMA motors, Radicon geared motors offer fast and low replacement costs, as parts are readily available which also prevents lengthy downtimes and major productivity losses.

Built on the principle of universal use, Radicon geared motors are designed to be dimensionally interchangeable with their counterparts produced by market leaders such as SEW-Eurodrive. This means that even though your machine was originally fitted with SEW-Eurodrive geared motors, upon needing replacement, these parts can be easily replaced with Radicon alternatives without the need for modification. This way, operations can immediately proceed, as you save time replacing failed motors and waiting for original parts to be shipped and installed.

Add a layer of protection and prolong the lifespan of your Radicon geared motors with the use of the Patented Motor Adaptor for better fit, function, and protection. Get in touch with us today in BC to browse our selection of Radicon adaptors for your geared motors.