Expansion of the series

Gearbox specialist Neugart is expanding its NDF series: The application-specific planetary gearbox, developed for driving delta robot arms, sets standards in precision and dynamics and optimizes performance for pick & place tasks in automated packaging lines.

Design details meet specific requirements

The Neugart NDF gearbox responds to the specific requirements of delta robots with numerous technical details: A clamping system with reduced inertia in the input stage enables extremely fast changes of direction, thus improving the robot's cycle rate and dynamics. The torsional rigidity and transmittable torque are significantly increased by the three specially designed planetary gears in the input stage and four in the output stage. A total of four two-stage gear ratios between i=22 and i=55 are available.

The output of the NDF also received special attention to optimally meet the specific requirements of a delta robot. The output gear ratio is i=5.5 and allows the transmission of very high torques. An optimized radial shaft seal ensures optimal shaft sealing during rapid changes in rotation direction.

Food-grade oil lubrication, a stainless steel output shaft, and a nickel-plated output flange are available as options, increasing the gearbox's corrosion resistance in demanding environments.

New milestone:The NDF in size 110

After Neugart successfully launched the NDF in size 090 in November 2023, the company is now taking the next step in the development and expansion of its product portfolio. The new size 110 development is specifically aimed at arm drives in delta robots to ensure the highest dynamics and precision. The new size 110 combines high torque, high torsional rigidity, low mass inertia, and minimized backlash – properties that Neugart customers worldwide value and that represent the company's advanced technology.