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 Date:4/25/2007 Alpha |
| News Release Inline Basic Precision alphira® Valuable Addition To Innovative Range Of Servo Planetary Gearheads  Fast, flexible, efficient three attractive attributes to win customers. Alpha of Bartlett, Ill., has broken new ground with the latest in an impressive line of precision planetary gearheads. alphira® is the name of the youngest offspring in the popular alpha product family. Packaged in a lightweight aluminum case, alphira® is precise, power-dense and maintenance-free. With unique mounting dimensions, this basic precision is well poised to tackle your low-precision applications.Ideal as a component of servo and stepper motor applications, alphira® is optimally equipped for the job. In terms of reliability, efficiency and precision, alphira® is every bit as impressive as its older siblings in the rest of the alpha family. Technical characteristics: - Low-backlash planetary gearhead - 4 sizes (40, 60, 80, 115) - 5 reduction ratios (1-stage 5, 10 / 2-stage 25, 50, 100) - Aluminum case, unvarnished - Lightweight (approx. 2.5 3 kg) - High efficiency > 95% - Low noise level - Designed for cyclic and continuous operation - Very simple motor mounting - Service life: 20,000 h - Lifelong lubrication and sealing The innovators in servo gear technology, alpha continues to provide solutions that are the most advance in the industry, making machines run faster, more efficient and more productive. alphas product range includes several series of precision gear reducers, servo couplings and various rack and pinion systems to fit any application. alpha is a member of the WITTENSTEIN group of companies, recognized globally as a leader in motion control components. For information contact or visit www.alphagear.com. |
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