Compact Design Solar Slewing Drive for Solar Tracking Systems
Compact Design Solar Slewing Drive Description
A worm gear solar tracking slewing drive is a specialized
mechanical component designed for the precise movement and
orientation of solar panels in solar tracking systems. Here's a
detailed description of its key features and functionalities.
The primary feature of the solar tracking slewing drive is its
utilization of a worm gear mechanism. This involves a worm screw
that engages with a toothed wheel (worm wheel). The helical
arrangement of the worm screw and the teeth on the worm wheel
ensures a unidirectional transfer of motion, providing the drive
with excellent holding capacity and preventing back-driving.
The worm gear design imparts high precision and accuracy to the
slewing drive. This is essential for solar tracking systems as it
allows for the precise adjustment of solar panels to follow the
sun's path. The lack of backlash in the worm gear system ensures
that the solar tracker maintains its position without any play or
deviation, contributing to efficient energy capture.
Vertical Solar Tracking Slewing Drive Performance Parameters
| Model | Ratio | Rated Output Torque | Tilting Torque | Axial Load | Radial Load | Holding Torque | Efficiency | Precision | Self-locking | Weight |
| N.m | N.m | kN | kN | N.m | degree | Yes | kg |
| 3" | 31:1 | 300 | 1500 | 3.6 | 15 | 7000 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 13kg |
| 5" | 37:1 | 637.5 | 5000 | 16 | 27 | 9200 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 18kg |
| 7" | 57:1 | 1750 | 7000 | 34 | 58 | 13200 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 28kg |
| 8" | 51:1 | 2250 | 11200 | 50 | 80 | 20400 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 35kg |
| 9" | 61:1 | 4300 | 16000 | 60 | 130 | 27200 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 51kg |
| 12" | 78:1 | 5600 | 25000 | 77 | 190 | 40560 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 61kg |
| 14" | 85:1 | 6750 | 48000 | 110 | 230 | 44200 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 78 kg |
| 17" | 102:1 | 9460 | 67000 | 142 | 390 | 53040 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 105 kg |
| 21" | 125:1 | 16000 | 89000 | 337 | 640 | 65000 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 185 kg |
| 25" | 150:1 | 21450 | 112000 | 476 | 950 | 89000 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 244 kg |
Features
Gear Reduction:
They typically incorporate a gear reduction mechanism that allows
for high output torque even when driven by low-torque motors or
other power sources.
Sealed Design:
Many slewing drives are designed to be sealed against environmental
factors like dust, moisture, and other contaminants, providing
durability and reliability in various conditions.
Applications
Construction Equipment:
Slewing drives are utilized in construction machinery, such as
cranes, excavators, and concrete pumps, for controlled rotation and
movement.
Industrial Turntables:
Industrial turntables, used in manufacturing and material handling
applications, often incorporate slewing drives for smooth and
precise rotation.
Aerial Platforms and Manlifts:
Slewing drives are found in aerial work platforms, lifts, and
cranes to facilitate controlled rotation and positioning.
