{"id":31861,"date":"2023-12-05T13:21:30","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T13:21:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/?page_id=31861"},"modified":"2026-08-05T13:14:18","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T13:14:18","slug":"planetary-gear-units","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/high-quality-products\/gear-units\/planetary-gear-units\/","title":{"rendered":"Planetary gear units"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1544184909076{background-color: #f58426 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701275313271{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; wpex_bg_position=&#8221;center center&#8221; min_height=&#8221;300px&#8221; el_class=&#8221;h_planetaire_reductoren&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1544185292841{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;titlebox_left&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-xs-10&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:35px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:36|tl:36|tp:26|pl:24|pp:24&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; line_height=&#8221;22px&#8221;]Planetary gear units[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766772297{padding-right: 40px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]Maximum power transmission with powerful, precise and versatile planetary gear units. BEGE is your engineering partner for high-torque drives.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-6 vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1544183819263{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221; el_id=&#8221;titlebox_right&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-xs-2&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1534426135926{padding-left: 20px !important;background-color: #cccccc !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-breadcrumbs.vcex_6ad81ffa7babc{color:#666666;font-size:14px;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex-breadcrumbs.vcex_6ad81ffa7babc{font-size:14px;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex-breadcrumbs.vcex_6ad81ffa7babc{font-size:14px;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex-breadcrumbs.vcex_6ad81ffa7babc{font-size:14px;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-breadcrumbs.vcex_6ad81ffa7babc{font-size:14px;}}<\/style><nav class=\"vcex-breadcrumbs vcex-breadcrumbs--links-inherit-color vcex-breadcrumbs--custom-color vcex_6ad81ffa7babc\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/nav><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h1 class=\"vc_custom_heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Planetary gear units for maximum power transmission<\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Planetary gear units are an ingenious gear mechanism in which the driving and driven shafts are in line. This clever design makes it possible to transfer high levels of power in a limited space. The gear unit consists of a sun gear, several planetary gears, and a ring gear. This configuration distributes the torque over the three planetary gears, so the torque can be up to three times higher than with traditional gear units.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">BEGE supplies STM planetary gearboxes designed to offer impressive power, strength and versatility. These robust systems are shock-resistant and can handle large radial and axial loads with ease. With high reduction ratios, an excellent weight-to-power ratio and high output torque, they are ideal for applications requiring precision and power. In addition, they offer impressive performance with minimal backlash for maximum accuracy and controlled movements, making them especially attractive for applications with low speeds and high torques.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679847070017{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221; local_scroll_id=&#8221;products&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"vc_custom_heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Product overview<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">For machine builders looking for very powerful and precise power transmission in a compact package, we offer two series of epicyclic gearboxes.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1680767915823{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;flexrow&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1680767882718{border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-left-color: #ededed !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #ededed !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #ededed !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row_max468&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31728&#8243; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701767745645{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-top-color: #f58426 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;}&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/product-details\/planetary-gear-units-ex\/&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#f5f5f5&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766841824{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221; font_size=&#8221;xs&#8221;]EX series[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766848187{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>Planetary gear units<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701767017259{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Versatile, compact and extremely powerful. The right choice for heavy-duty applications with frequent shocks and high impact. This series offers maximum reliability and precision.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701785545860{padding-right: 20px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bullets_stars&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>Transmission ratio: 3.5:1 \u2013 2882.9:1<\/li>\n<li>Max. torque: 1,050 \u2013 270,000 Nm<\/li>\n<li>Shaft diameter: 38 \u2013 180 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:100px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa80795{font-size:16px;font-weight:300;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa80795{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa80795{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa80795{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa80795{font-size:16px;}}<\/style><style>.vcex_6ad81ffa810af{font-size:16px!important;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex_6ad81ffa810af{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex_6ad81ffa810af{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex_6ad81ffa810af{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex_6ad81ffa810af{font-size:16px!important;}}<\/style><div class=\"vc_custom_1701767751566 wpex-clr\"><div class=\"theme-button-wrap theme-button-block-wrap wpex-block wpex-clear\"><a id=\"btnOnGrey_bottomleft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/product-details\/planetary-gear-units-ex\/\" class=\"vcex-button theme-button flat block vcex_6ad81ffa810af vcex_6ad81ffa80795\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">View product details<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div> [\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1680767887078{border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;border-left-color: #ededed !important;border-left-style: solid !important;border-right-color: #ededed !important;border-right-style: solid !important;border-bottom-color: #ededed !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row_max468&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31722&#8243; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701767763696{border-top-width: 5px !important;border-top-color: #f58426 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;}&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/product-details\/planetary-bevel-gear-units-exb\/&#8221;][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; accent_color=&#8221;#f5f5f5&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766895218{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221; font_size=&#8221;xs&#8221;]EXB series[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766902367{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>Right-angle planetary gear units<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:10px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766934057{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Powerful and reliable. Ideal for right-angle transmission with high torque density. \u2028This series offers maximum reliability and power for a variety of applications.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701766998205{padding-right: 20px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bullets_stars&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li>Transmission ratio: 10:1 \u2013 2341,2:1<\/li>\n<li>Max. torque: 1.050 \u2013 270.000 Nm<\/li>\n<li>Shaft diameter: 38 \u2013 180mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:100px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa818d6{font-size:16px;font-weight:300;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa818d6{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa818d6{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa818d6{font-size:16px;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-button.vcex_6ad81ffa818d6{font-size:16px;}}<\/style><style>.vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7{font-size:16px!important;}@media (max-width:1024px){.vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:959px){.vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:767px){.vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7{font-size:16px!important;}}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7{font-size:16px!important;}}<\/style><div class=\"vc_custom_1701767769534 wpex-clr\"><div class=\"theme-button-wrap theme-button-block-wrap wpex-block wpex-clear\"><a id=\"btnOnGrey_bottomleft\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/en\/product-details\/planetary-bevel-gear-units-exb\/\" class=\"vcex-button theme-button flat block vcex_6ad81ffa81ae7 vcex_6ad81ffa818d6\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">View product details<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div> [\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1697527283970{border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row_max468&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679847070017{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221; local_scroll_id=&#8221;products&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"vc_custom_heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Engineering partner for high-torque drives<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; el_class=&#8221;flexrow&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;column_max768&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;31758&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;column_max768&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Checks_bege&#8221;]As a leading engineering partner, we go beyond offering standard planetary gear units. Our expertise includes support in calculating power and in selecting the right gear unit for specific applications. Our engineers perform detailed force calculations based on the daily operating time, enabling us to provide precisely tailored solutions.<\/p>\n<p>We also integrate planetary gearboxes into machines and applications, where we:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure seamless integration to minimize conflicts and optimize machine performance.<\/li>\n<li>Offer unique tailor-made solutions according to customer-specific requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Share in-depth expertise in complex drive technology for optimal machines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The main optional features of our planetary gear units:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>IEC flange<\/li>\n<li>MIG encoder<\/li>\n<li>Free input shaft<\/li>\n<li>Reinforced output shaft bearing<\/li>\n<li>Stainless steel shafts<\/li>\n<li>Cooling unit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; 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font_size=&#8221;d:20|tl:20|tp:20|pl:20|pp:20&#8243; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; el_id=&#8221;prop-text&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]Versatile, compact and powerful planetary gear units for optimum performance<br \/>\nand high-torque drives.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-md-2 vc_hidden-md vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679841617771{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"vc_custom_heading\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Epicyclic gearboxes at BEGE<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679841642093{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<style>.vcex-icon-box.vcex_6ad81ffa82b37 .vcex-icon-box-icon{font-size:var(--vcex-icon-lg);color:#f58426;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-icon-box vcex-icon-box-two wpex-block wpex-text-center vcex_6ad81ffa82b37\"><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-symbol vcex-icon-box-symbol--image wpex-mb-20\"><img width=\"110\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cogwheels.jpg\" class=\"vcex-icon-box-image wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-text\"><h3 class=\"vcex-icon-box-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-md wpex-mb-10\">Maximum torque<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-content wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Solid performance with maximum torque and unmatched power, ideal for the most demanding industrial and mechanical applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<style>.vcex-icon-box.vcex_6ad81ffa84443 .vcex-icon-box-icon{font-size:var(--vcex-icon-lg);color:#f58426;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-icon-box vcex-icon-box-two wpex-block wpex-text-center vcex_6ad81ffa84443\"><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-symbol vcex-icon-box-symbol--image wpex-mb-20\"><img width=\"110\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/settings.jpg\" class=\"vcex-icon-box-image wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-text\"><h3 class=\"vcex-icon-box-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-md wpex-mb-10\">Custom design<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-content wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Our expertise always guarantees the right planetary gear unit for every application. Our custom gear units contribute to optimum performance.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<style>.vcex-icon-box.vcex_6ad81ffa854f4 .vcex-icon-box-icon{font-size:var(--vcex-icon-lg);color:#f58426;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-icon-box vcex-icon-box-two wpex-block wpex-text-center vcex_6ad81ffa854f4\"><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-symbol vcex-icon-box-symbol--image wpex-mb-20\"><img width=\"110\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bege.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Icon_STM.jpg\" class=\"vcex-icon-box-image wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-text\"><h3 class=\"vcex-icon-box-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-md wpex-mb-10\">STM experts<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-icon-box-content wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>As an experienced STM specialist, we quickly know which planetary drive is needed and we accelerate delivery for optimal results.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1679841617771{background-color: #f5f5f5 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1701276551869{background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;planetairereductoren_feat&#8221; min_height=&#8221;450px&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_image=&#8221;29079&#8243; el_id=&#8221;cat_pages_divider_overlay&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_opacity=&#8221;.85&#8243;][vc_column width=&#8221;7\/12&#8243;]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]\n<h2 class=\"vc_custom_heading\" style=\"text-align: left;\">Applications<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:20px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;]Planetary gear units play an essential role in a variety of sectors and offer optimal solutions for various applications.<\/p>\n<h3>Heavy continuous load with shocks and peak loads<\/h3>\n<p>STM planetary gearboxes are the ideal choice for applications with heavy long-term loads combined with shocks and short-term peak loads. Thanks to their sturdy construction, they offer durability and reliability under demanding conditions, making them suitable for use in industries with dynamic loads.<\/p>\n<h3>Concrete mixers<\/h3>\n<p>Precision and reliability are crucial when mixing concrete. Our planetary gearboxes provide the necessary power and robustness to ensure consistent and effective concrete mixing. STM is known for its high-performance epicyclic gearboxes, specially designed for optimum performance.<\/p>\n<h3>Winches and cranes<\/h3>\n<p>Reliability is paramount in the world of winches and cranes. Thanks to their compact design and strong performance, planetary gear units are often used in offshore cranes and pipelaying tensioners, such as when installing wind turbines on the seabed. STM gear units require minimal installation space and offer bi-directional power, so they play an essential role in smooth and powerful lifting operations.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay=&#8221;color&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_opacity=&#8221;.8&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1757945162014{background-color: #F1F1F1 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Everything you need to know about planetary gear units<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:30px;\"><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle-group vcex-toggle-group--w-borders vcex-module wpex-mx-auto\" data-vcex-accordion=\"1\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#what-is-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-how-does-it-work\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-is-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-how-does-it-work\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">What is a planetary gear unit and how does it work?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"what-is-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-how-does-it-work\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>A planetary gear unit is a gear mechanism in which the driving and driven shafts are in line. It consists of a sun gear in the centre, several planetary gears that orbit around it, and an outer ring gear. The input drives the sun gear, the ring gear is held stationary, and the planet carrier delivers the output. Because the torque is distributed across three planetary gears, epicyclic gearboxes transfer high power in a compact space, with output torque up to three times higher than a comparable parallel-shaft gear unit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#what-is-the-difference-between-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-a-parallel-shaft-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-is-the-difference-between-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-a-parallel-shaft-gearbox\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">What is the difference between a planetary gear unit and a parallel-shaft gearbox?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-a-planetary-gear-unit-and-a-parallel-shaft-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>The core difference is how the load is carried. A parallel-shaft gearbox transmits the full torque through a single gear mesh, while a planetary gear unit splits the load across three simultaneous mesh points. This gives planetary gearboxes a far higher torque density: a planetary unit of a given size handles roughly three to five times the torque of a comparable parallel-shaft unit. The in-line shaft arrangement also makes planetary gear units more compact and better suited to high-torque, low-speed applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#what-are-the-advantages-of-a-planetary-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-are-the-advantages-of-a-planetary-gearbox\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">What are the advantages of a planetary gearbox?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"what-are-the-advantages-of-a-planetary-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>A planetary gearbox combines high torque density, compact dimensions, high efficiency, and low backlash. Because the load is shared across multiple planetary gears, these units handle large radial and axial loads, resist shock loads, and offer an excellent weight-to-power ratio. A well-designed planetary gear unit reaches an efficiency above 95 percent, and the minimal backlash makes it well suited to applications that demand precise, controlled movement at low speeds and high torques.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#how-much-torque-can-a-planetary-gear-unit-handle\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"how-much-torque-can-a-planetary-gear-unit-handle\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">How much torque can a planetary gear unit handle?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"how-much-torque-can-a-planetary-gear-unit-handle\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>The torque capacity of a planetary gear unit depends on its size, the number of planetary stages, and the build quality. Industrial STM planetary gearboxes cover a wide range, with a maximum torque from 1,050 Nm up to 270,000 Nm. This range spans everything from precise positioning tasks to the heaviest high-impact drives, which is why planetary units are the standard choice when high torque is needed in a compact housing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#what-transmission-ratios-are-available-for-planetary-gear-units\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-transmission-ratios-are-available-for-planetary-gear-units\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">What transmission ratios are available for planetary gear units?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"what-transmission-ratios-are-available-for-planetary-gear-units\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>Planetary gear units cover a very broad ratio range. A single planetary stage typically delivers a reduction from about 3:1 to 10:1, and higher ratios are reached by combining multiple stages in series, which increases both the reduction and the output torque. Industrial STM planetary gearboxes run from 3.5:1 up to 2882.9:1, so almost any speed and torque requirement can be matched.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#what-is-the-difference-between-an-in-line-and-a-right-angle-planetary-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"what-is-the-difference-between-an-in-line-and-a-right-angle-planetary-gearbox\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">What is the difference between an in-line and a right-angle planetary gearbox?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-an-in-line-and-a-right-angle-planetary-gearbox\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>An in-line planetary gearbox keeps the input and output shafts on the same axis, which is the most compact arrangement for direct, high-torque drives. A right-angle planetary gearbox redirects the drive through 90 degrees, which is ideal when installation space or machine layout requires the motor and the driven shaft to sit at an angle. Both configurations can deliver the same high torque density, so the choice usually comes down to the available space and the machine design.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#in-line-vs-right-angle-planetary-gear-unit-which-configuration-should-i-choose\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"in-line-vs-right-angle-planetary-gear-unit-which-configuration-should-i-choose\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">In-line vs right-angle planetary gear unit: which configuration should I choose?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"in-line-vs-right-angle-planetary-gear-unit-which-configuration-should-i-choose\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Specification<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>In-line planetary gear unit<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Right-angle planetary gear unit<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Shaft arrangement<\/td>\n<td>Input and output in line, on the same axis<\/td>\n<td>Drive redirected through 90 degrees<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Typical transmission ratio<\/td>\n<td>3.5:1 \u2013 2882.9:1<\/td>\n<td>10:1 \u2013 2341.2:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Max. torque (STM range)<\/td>\n<td>1,050 \u2013 270,000 Nm<\/td>\n<td>1,050 \u2013 270,000 Nm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shaft diameter<\/td>\n<td>38 \u2013 180 mm<\/td>\n<td>38 \u2013 180 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Best suited for<\/td>\n<td>Heavy-duty drives with frequent shocks and high impact<\/td>\n<td>High torque density where a 90\u00b0 layout is required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Key strength<\/td>\n<td>Maximum reliability and precision<\/td>\n<td>Power and reliability in limited space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Single vs multi-stage<\/td>\n<td>Single stage for low ratios, multi-stage for high reduction<\/td>\n<td>Multi-stage construction for high reduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#which-planetary-gear-unit-is-best-for-shock-loads-and-severe-duty-applications\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"which-planetary-gear-unit-is-best-for-shock-loads-and-severe-duty-applications\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">Which planetary gear unit is best for shock loads and severe duty applications?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"which-planetary-gear-unit-is-best-for-shock-loads-and-severe-duty-applications\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>For severe duty applications with frequent shock loadings and impacts, a high-end planetary gear unit is the ideal choice. The load is shared across multiple planetary gears, so the unit absorbs sudden peak loads and high-impact forces without damage.<\/p>\n<p>A well-built planetary gearbox of this class combines high torque density with a long operating life, running wear-free and largely maintenance-free even under continuous heavy loads. This makes it the dependable choice for demanding industrial drives where downtime is not an option.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div> <div class=\"vcex-toggle vcex-module\" data-animate=\"true\" data-duration=\"300\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__heading\"><a href=\"#how-do-i-select-the-right-planetary-gear-unit-for-an-application\" class=\"vcex-toggle__trigger wpex-transition-colors wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-gap-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"how-do-i-select-the-right-planetary-gear-unit-for-an-application\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon wpex-flex wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-open\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13h-6v6h-2v-6H5v-2h6V5h2v6h6v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-items-center\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"1.5em\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"1.5em\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"vcex-toggle__icon-close\"><path d=\"M0 0h24v24H0V0z\" fill=\"none\"\/><path d=\"M19 13H5v-2h14v2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"vcex-toggle__title\">How do I select the right planetary gear unit for an application?<\/h3><\/a><\/div><div id=\"how-do-i-select-the-right-planetary-gear-unit-for-an-application\" class=\"vcex-toggle__content wpex-clr wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-my-10\"><p>Selecting the right planetary gear unit starts with the required output torque, the transmission ratio, and the available installation space, followed by the radial and axial loads and the daily operating time. From these factors an engineer can determine the number of planetary stages and the correct frame size. Optional features such as an IEC flange, an encoder, a free input shaft, a reinforced output shaft bearing, stainless steel shafts, or a cooling unit can be added to match specific operating conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; gap=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\" style=\"height:50px;\"><\/div>[vc_column_text font_weight=&#8221;200&#8243; font_size=&#8221;d:26|tl:26|tp:24|pl:22|pp:22&#8243; el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">View all planetary gearboxes<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;bi_textblock&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">STM planetary gear units are powerful, precise and versatile. 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