ATEK Drive Solutions: Your partner for innovative drive solutions in micro production robotics.
What are the key advantages of specialized micro gearboxes in micro production robotics?
Specialized micro gearboxes are essential for the highest precision and compactness in micro production robotics. They enable exact movements in the micrometer range, reduce motor speed while increasing torque, and are thus essential for demanding assembly, handling, and inspection tasks. ATEK offers solutions that achieve positioning accuracies of less than 0.01 mm .
How does ATEK ensure the precision of its micro gearboxes?
ATEK ensures precision through high-quality materials such as metal gearing, precise manufacturing processes, and special gear geometries. This leads to minimal backlash, often under 10 arc minutes, which is crucial for the accuracy of micro-robots. Our gear motors with extremely low play are an example of this.
Can ATEK supply micro gearboxes for applications with extremely limited space?
Yes, ATEK specializes in compact drive solutions. Our micro gearboxes, such as some of our servo bevel gearboxes, offer a high power density at minimal dimensions, for example, only 8 x 10 mm. This is ideal for applications where every millimeter counts, as is often the case in the micro production robotics..
What typical lifespan can I expect from ATEK metal micro gearboxes?
ATEK micro gearboxes with metal gearing are known for their robustness and durability. They often provide a higher fatigue strength and wear resistance than plastic alternatives, which can lead to lifespans of over 10,000 operating hours in continuous operation, depending on the application and operating conditions.
How does ATEK assist in integrating micro gearboxes into new or existing robotic systems?
ATEK offers comprehensive technical consulting from idea to series production. We assist in selecting and designing the optimal drive solution. Standardized mounting options such as M1.6 or M2 threaded holes facilitate integration. Furthermore, we ensure that the gearbox, motor, and controller are optimally coordinated to maximize the system performance..
Are custom micro gearbox solutions available for specific torque or speed requirements?
Absolutely. A core competence of ATEK is the development of custom special solutions, even in small series. Based on our modular system, we can realize special output shafts, adapted gear ratios for, e.g., a torque increase of 15% or other modifications to meet your specific requirements in micro production robotics. .
What role does the gear ratio play in selecting a micro gearbox and what options does ATEK offer?
The gear ratio is crucial for matching speed and torque.ATEK offers a wide range of gear ratios, typically from 3:1 to over 1000:1.For quick handling, lower ratios (e.g., 20:1) are often suitable, while for high-precision positioning tasks, higher ratios (e.g., 100:1 and above) are ideal to achieve the desired performance of the micro robot. .
How do customers in micro production robotics benefit from ATEK’s modular system?
ATEK’s modular system allows for millions of configurations and thus a high variety of variants. This leads to fast delivery times, even with specific adaptations. Customers benefit from tailored solutions from a large inventory of almost 400,000 to 500,000 individual parts, which shortens development time and increases flexibility in the micro production robotics. .
Micro gearboxes are crucial for precision in micro production robotics and enable positioning accuracies of less than 0.01 mm as well as a reduction of backlash to less than 10 arc minutes..
ATEK offers through a modular system millions of configurations and fast delivery times, which accelerates the development of custom micro drive solutions, even for small series, which can, for instance, enable a torque increase of 15% .
High-quality materials and precise manufacturing ensure a high power density (e.g., 5 Nm at Ø22mm), long service lives of over 10,000 hours und efficiencies of up to 98%, which can improve system availability by up to 10%.Discover how ATEK Drive Solutions’ micro gearboxes are revolutionizing micro production robotics. Learn more about our custom solutions, technical advantages, and modular system.
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Micro gearboxes for micro robotics: Precision that moves!
Die micro production robotics. places the highest demands on precision and compactness. ATEK Drive Solutions provides micro gearboxes for demanding applications. Discover with us the world of micro drives for your technology projects.Introduction to micro gearboxes for micro production robotics.
Understanding the role of micro gearboxes
micro gearboxes is crucial for advanced production robots, especially in the micro production robotics.. For example, a robotic arm often has to place components with tolerances of only a few micrometers. The precise transmission of such a miniature gearbox, which reduces motor speed and increases torque, is essential for this. Many systems achieve a positioning accuracy of less than 0.01 mm.
Mastering challenges in micro production
Small gearboxes help to overcome specific hurdles in modern manufacturing. The miniaturization of products requires small, powerful automation components. The key is not only size but the ability to reliably execute complex motion sequences in tight spaces – a core competency of gearboxes for micro manufacturing. This enables our solutions, for example, to perform pick-and-place operations with cycle times of less than 0.5 seconds. Learn more about solutions for the robotics industry..
ATEK’s approach to micro drive solutions
ATEK meets the increasing demands for micro drives by combining decades of experience with modern technology. Our modular system allows for quick configuration of suitable solutions from nearly 500,000 individual parts. This results in short delivery times, even for specific adaptations for applications in the micro production robotics.. Also discover our micro gear motors for optics..Types of micro gearboxes and their applications
Micro spur gearboxes: Efficient and compact
For applications such as analyzers in medical technology that require fast, fine movements at high speeds in minimal space, micro spur gearboxes are an efficient solution. Their straightforward design allows for high efficiencies of up to 98%. They are suitable for positioning systems that handle input speeds of over 10,000 RPM – often a must for dynamic tasks in the micro production robotics..
Micro planetary gearboxes: Powerhouses in miniature format
When maximum power is needed in tight spaces, for example in robotic grippers for delicate components, micro production robotics., micro planetary gearboxes provide a very high torque density due to their coaxial arrangement and load distribution over multiple planet gears. Some of our models transmit up to 5 Nm of torque with a diameter of only 22 mm. For demanding servo applications, we recommend play-free planetary gearboxes..
Micro worm gearboxes: Self-locking as an advantage
For adjusting axes, for example in optical systems that must maintain their position without power supply, micro worm gearboxes offer an advantage through their inherent self-locking: additional brakes are often unnecessary. This saves space and costs, such as in adjustment mechanisms that need to hold a position for years – an important aspect for certain applications of the micro production robotics.. Also, check out our high-precision bevel gearboxes. an.Selection criteria for micro gearboxes
Gear ratio: Matching speed and torque
When designing, for example, a pipetting unit in laboratory automation, matching speed and torque is important – a key factor in selecting micro gearboxes for micro production robotics.. The gear ratio is crucial for this; we offer ratios from 3:1 to over 1000:1. For quick handling, ratios around 20:1 are often suitable; for precise positioning, ratios of 100:1 or higher, as mentioned for the G100M, are ideal.
- Gear ratio: Crucial for matching speed and torque, with available ratios from 3:1 to over 1000:1 for various micro gearboxes.
- Size and weight: Critical for miniaturization, with modern smallest gearboxes providing high power density at minimal dimensions (e.g., 8 x 10 mm).
- Material and lifespan: Important for reliability in continuous operation, often with metal gears for higher fatigue strength and lifespans exceeding 10,000 hours at Precision gears for micro-robots.
- Precision and backlash: Essential for accurate positioning, ideally with a backlash of less than 10 arc minutes to minimize positioning errors in the micro production robotics..
- Application-specific adaptation: Selection of the ratio based on requirements such as fast handling (e.g., 20:1) or precise positioning (e.g., 100:1 and higher) for the respective micro gearboxes.
- Environmental conditions: Considering factors such as hygiene requirements when selecting materials (e.g., stainless steel) for gear boxes in micro-manufacturing.
Size and weight: The key to miniaturization
Miniaturization, e.g., in electronics manufacturing, requires robots with extremely small components. Modern micro gear boxes, such as some of our servo bevel gear boxes, offer high power density at dimensions of only 8 x 10 mm, for example. This is crucial when every gram and every millimeter counts to keep the overall mass of a robotic arm low, which is often required in the micro production robotics. .
Material and lifespan: Reliability in continuous operation
The question of the lifespan of plastic versus metal gears is relevant, especially for applications in continuous operation such as in the packaging industry. Although high-performance plastics are making advances, metal gears in our miniature gear boxes often provide higher fatigue strength and wear resistance, leading to lifespans exceeding 10,000 operational hours. The choice of material, e.g., stainless steel for hygienic design, depends on the environmental conditions to which the micro gearboxes is exposed.
Precision and backlash: When every micrometer counts
For high-precision applications, such as in machine tool construction, minimal gear backlash is required. Low torsional backlash, ideally under 10 arc minutes, is essential for the accuracy of micro-robots to minimize positioning errors, especially for micro gear boxes used in micro-production robotics. We achieve this through precision manufacturing and special tooth geometries, such as with our gear motor systems with backlash of less than one arc minute.Integration of micro gear boxes into micro robots
Assembly and fastening: Stability from the start
The secure and precise assembly of tiny gear boxes in small robots can be complicated by unsuitable interfaces. Standardized mounting options, such as M1.6 or M2 threaded holes on the front plate (see G100M), simplify the integration of micro gear boxes and save development time, especially in micro-production robotics. A vibration-free fastening is crucial for system precision, often within ±0.05 mm.
- Simplified assembly: Standardized mounting options (e.g., M1.6/M2 threads) facilitate the integration of micro gear boxes and save development time.
- Stable fastening: A vibration-free fastening is crucial for system precision (often ±0.05 mm) in drive solutions for micro-automation.
- System compatibility: Tuning of micro gearboxes, motor and suitable drive controller (e.g., ER100 for G100M) is essential for dynamic performance in the micro production robotics..
- Precise control: Encoder options (e.g., 2×3 pulses/revolution) enable accurate position feedback for precise control of miniature gear boxes.
- Energy efficiency: High efficiency of the micro gear box ((often >90%) reduces power consumption and extends operating times, especially in systems with low supply voltage (0.4 – 4.5V).
- Power management: Considering the maximum current consumption (e.g., 700mA) and supply voltage when designing systems with the smallest gear boxes.
Control and regulation: The brain of the drive
Precise movements in the micro production robotics. require sophisticated control. The compatibility of the micro gear box with the motor and suitable drive controller (e.g., ER100 for G100M) is crucial for dynamic performance. Encoder options that provide, for example, 2×3 pulses/revolution enable accurate position feedback and exact control, which is essential for Precision gears for micro robots .
Power supply and power consumption: Efficiency matters
Short battery life in mobile robots can also be influenced by the energy efficiency of the micro gear box . A high efficiency of the gear box (often >90% in planetary gear boxes) reduces power consumption and prolongs operating time, especially in systems with low supply voltage (0.4 – 4.5V). The maximum current consumption (e.g., 700mA) must be considered when designing drives for the micro production robotics. .ATEK’s expertise: Your advantage in micro-production robotics
Customized solutions from the modular system
If standardmicro gearboxes do not fit perfectly, our strength lies in combining our modular system with the realization of customized solutions, even in small series. Do you need a special output shaft or a customized gear ratio for your micro gear box in micro-production robotics?? We will develop the optimal solution with you, e.g., for an increase in torque of 15%. Discover our servo-ready gear motor systems.
Technical consulting and partnership
Selecting the right micro gear box from many configurations can be complex. Our engineers are familiar with the challenges of micro production robotics.. We provide comprehensive technical consulting to find the optimal drive solution, from the idea to series production, for your specific requirements in gear technology for high-precision robotics. For example, we support the design for extending the lifespan of your application by up to 25%. Our high-torque servo gear motors are an example.
Innovation and future-proofing
Future developments in micro drive technology will include the integration of sensors and intelligent functions directly into the gear box. ATEK continuously invests in research and development to offer innovative and competitive micro gear boxes. This ensures access to technologies for, e.g., predictive maintenance and increasing system availability by 10%, which is crucial for efficiency in the micro production robotics. . For compact solutions, we offer inline servo gear motor systems.
Precision and reliability of micro gear boxes are essential for success in the micro production robotics.. ATEK Drive Solutions offers thoughtful system solutions. Our expertise and our modular system are ready for your next innovation in the field of drive solutions for micro-automation . Contact us for individual advice.
