VE8" Solar Tracker Slew Drive With 24VDC Gearbox For Solar Panel
Flexible Tracking System
VE8" Slew Drive Description
Worm gear slewing drives are versatile components used in a wide
range of applications where controlled, precise, and powerful
rotation is required. Their design characteristics make them
suitable for scenarios involving heavy loads and the need for
accurate positioning.
Technical Data of VE Model Slewing Drives
| Model | Ratio | Rated Output Torque (N.m) | Tilting Torque (N.m) | Holding Torque (N.m) | Axial Load (kN) | Radial Load (kN) | Efficiency | Precision (°) | Self-locking | Weight (kg) |
| 3" | 31:1 | 600 | 1500 | 1800 | 22 | 15 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 12 |
| 5" | 37:1 | 800 | 5000 | 9200 | 16 | 27 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 18 |
| 7" | 57:1 | 1750 | 7000 | 13200 | 34 | 58 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 32 |
| 8" | 51:1 | 2250 | 11200 | 20400 | 50 | 80 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 28 |
| 9" | 61:1 | 2250 | 16000 | 30800 | 60 | 130 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 52 |
| 12" | 78:1 | 4300 | 25000 | 40560 | 77 | 190 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 65 |
| 14" | 85:1 | 5600 | 48000 | 44200 | 110 | 230 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 88 |
| 17" | 102:1 | 6750 | 67000 | 53040 | 142 | 390 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 135 |
| 21" | 125:1 | 16000 | 89000 | 65000 | 337 | 640 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 192 |
| 25" | 150:1 | 21450 | 112000 | 89000 | 476 | 950 | 40% | ≤0.1 | Yes | 251 |
Features
Slewing Ring Integration:
Often, slewing drives are integrated with a slewing ring bearing,
allowing them to handle axial and radial loads while maintaining
smooth rotation.
Precision and Backlash Control:
Worm gear designs typically exhibit low backlash, ensuring precise
and accurate positioning.
Self-Locking:
The self-locking nature of the worm gear mechanism prevents the
load from being back-driven, enhancing safety and stability in
static positions.
Applications
Satellite and Radar Systems:
The precise movement offered by slewing drives makes them suitable
for satellite dish and radar system positioning, ensuring accurate
alignment.
Industrial Turntables and Conveyors:
These drives are used in industrial turntables and conveyors where
controlled and smooth rotation is essential for material handling
processes.
Medical Equipment:
Some medical equipment, such as imaging devices and robotic surgery
systems, may utilize slewing drives for precise movement control.
Agricultural Machinery:
Slewing drives can be integrated into agricultural machinery for
functions such as rotating cutting blades or adjusting equipment
angles.
