A gearmotor is an all-in-one combination of an electric motor and a gearbox. This makes it a simple, cost-effective solution for high-torque, low-speed applications because it combines a motor with a gear reducer system. Most importantly, gearmotors ensure a well-matched electric motor and gearhead, helping to achieve optimal energy efficiency in addition to extending the life of your equipment.

But do you know how to choose a right gearmotor?

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1. Know your application requirements for your gearmotor. The first step in selecting a gearmotor is reviewing your application requirements. These include but are not limited to the following:

• General requirements: Envelope size, mounting orientation, mounting type and size, overhung and side loads, and lubrication type.

• Input power source: Voltage, frequency (Hz), maximum current (Amps) and control type, if applicable.

• Gearmotor specifications: Size, weight, desired noise level, life expectancy and maintenance level.

• Gearmotor performance: speed, torque, duty cycle, horsepower, starting and running torque (full load).

• Operation environment: Application and ambient temperature, and ingress protection (IP) rating.

2. Select the proper motor. 

3. Know the speed and torque requirements of the load to be driven.

4.Test the motor Once you have selected a gearmotor, it is important to run several tests to ensure the motor runs well in a typical operating environment. If the motor becomes unreasonably hot, is too noisy, or appears stressed, repeat the motor selection process or contact the manufacturer.