EWA17 Series Slewing Drive

Slewing drives typically use spur or worm gears to achieve rotation. Spur gear drives achieve high rpm and rapid acceleration at nominal to low torque loads. On the other hand, Worm gear drives are slower but can amplify input torque at a much higher ratio than a typical spur gear system. Therefore, worm drives are used in applications that require high torque.

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Slewing drives typically use spur or worm gears to achieve rotation. Spur gear drives achieve high rpm and rapid acceleration at nominal to low torque loads. On the other hand, Worm gear drives are slower but can amplify input torque at a much higher ratio than a typical spur gear system. Therefore, worm drives are used in applications that require high torque.

Compared to other gearbox solutions, slewing drives are compact and have a high power density, making them the preferred solution for space-saving applications such as robotics, automation, etc. The relationship between load-carrying capacity and geometric dimensions is primarily influenced by design. Single-row raceways occupy the lower region of the performance curve, while double-row and cross-roller raceways provide significantly higher performance. Gear design is critical as this affects torque carrying capacity and the smoothness of operation and rotation of the drive.

The best swing drive systems have an enclosure that encloses the system and provides protection from environmental elements. As a result, slewing drives can be used in applications where the components are fully exposed without any damage or corrosion to the internal parts. Encapsulated units also extend operating life by limiting bearing lubrication losses, significantly reducing maintenance costs. Slewing drives can be successfully designed to operate in extremely harsh conditions such as salt spray conditions (ocean cranes), explosion-proof conditions (paint booths), mining, food and beverage, and sub-zero cold and arctic conditions.

Performance Parameters

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Output torque Tilting moment torque Holding torque Axial load Radial load Ratio Backlash Weight
输出转矩 倾覆力矩 保持力矩 轴向承载力 径向承载力 速比 精度 重量
12.96 kN.m 142.4 kN.m 74 kN.m 1166 KN 435 KN 104:1 <= 0.1 ° 97Kg
9564 Lbf.ft 105000 Lbf.ft 54600 Lbf.ft 262000 Lbf 97800 Lbf

Slew Drive Features

  • Compact design for space-saving constructions
  • Maximum load capacity in a compact design
  • Designed for long service life with low maintenance
  • Simple integration into existing applications
  • Fast customization due to the innovative modular structure
  • Unique designs deviating from our standard series are realizable
  • Steering systems for specialized vehicles and cranes (as steering gears for wheelsets)
  • Manlift platforms for slewing booms and baskets, Lightweight cranes
  • Machine attachments, such as concrete demolition pincers, picker arms, and rotary forklifts
  • Handling devices (automation technology)
  • Loading and unloading devices
  • Positioning devices/turntables, including solar trackers

Check the Slew Drive

When disassembling the slew drive, the outer ring of the slew drive should be connected with the upper carriage, and the inner circle should be combined with the lower vehicle. The sealing ring on the slew drive should be cleaned and put in place. The suitable crane should separate the equipment, and the screws and bolts on the slew drive should be removed. Cover the steel ball and isolation sleeve completely, and check the steel ball and isolation sleeve. To prevent the steel ball, clean it and put it in the sunlight to see whether there are pits or pits on the steel ball. If there is a crack or damage on the isolation sleeve, it is necessary to replace it in time.

Maintenance and Inspection of Slewing Drive

The slew drive raceway should be filled with grease regularly. Generally, ball bearings should be oiled every 100 hours, and roller bearings should be lubricated every 50 hours. The lubrication cycle should be shortened in a unique working environment, such as tropical, humidity, dust, temperature difference, and continuous operation. The machine must also be filled with new grease before and after a long-term shutdown. The raceway must be filled with grease every time until it seeps from the sealing belt. Rotate the slew drive slowly to fill the grease evenly when filling grease.

The tooth surface should always be cleaned of debris and coated with the corresponding grease. After the first 100 hours of operation of the slew drive, the bolt preload should be checked, and then it should be checked every 500 hours. Sufficient preload must be maintained. Pay attention to the operation of the slew drive during use. In case of noise, impact, and sudden power increase, the machine should be shut down immediately for inspection and troubleshooting. If necessary, it should be disassembled for inspection. It is forbidden to wash the slew drive directly with water to prevent ice and snow from entering the raceway. Strictly control challenging foreign matters from approaching or entering the gear meshing area. Check the sealing condition regularly. If the sealing bag is damaged, it should be replaced in time. If it is found to fall off, it should be reset in time.

Why Choose Our Slewing Drives?

With the tenet of operating with integrity and serving all customers, our company is constantly working on new technologies and machines for double worm slewing drives, small slewing drives, large slewing bearings, worm slewing bearings, and slewing bearing replacements. We focus on creating our brand with many seasoned terms and top-notch equipment. You deserve our products. Products in Europe, America, Australia, St. Petersburg, Bahamas, Peru, and Sydney will be supplied worldwide. We hope to establish a long-term cooperative relationship with all customers and hope that we can improve our competitiveness and achieve a win-win with our customers. We sincerely welcome customers from all over the world to contact us for anything you need! All customers at home and abroad are welcome to visit our factory. We hope to establish a win-win business relationship with you for a better tomorrow.

Our slewing drives are available in a large variety of standard design sizes. We will gladly develop a slewing drive tailored to your requirements if you are looking for an individual solution.

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FAQ About Slew Drives

1. What is the prime mover for slew drive?

A: An electric or hydraulic motor is the prime mover for slew drive.

2. Does slew drive requires a brake or not?

A: Depends upon the requirement and application.
3: Where is slew drive used?

A: Slew drive is used for any machine having turning movement. Usually, it is used with slew bearings with internal or external teeth, and the gearbox has a pinion on the output shaft that drives the big gear of the slew bearing.

4. What type of gearbox is used in slew drive?

A: Planetary gearbox is used in slew drive.

5: What kind of braking arrangement is provided for slew drive?

A: Normally, slew drives are electric or hydraulic. The electric type has got shoe type brake or Negative electromagnetic brake on the motor. At the same time, the hydraulic type has got a multidisc hydraulic brake.

6. What type of bearings are used in this slew drive?

A: Spherical or roller bearings are usually used in the slew gearbox output shafts to take care of high radial loading.
7. Which type of pinion is used in the slew drive?
A: Normally, the slew drive has a pinion with a corrected profile to ensure a complete contact pattern with bearing gear.
8. How is backlash adjusted in slew drive?

A: To adjust the backlash between the pinion and slew gear, the gearbox's mounting is slightly eccentric to adjust the backlash precisely.

9. Slew drive is used for which applications?
A:  Slew drive is used for stacker, ash handling reclaimer, windmill, tower cranes, and excavators.

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Materials Available

1. Stainless Steel: SS201, SS303, SS304, SS316, SS416, SS420
2. Steel:C45(K1045), C46(K1046),C20
3. Brass:C36000 ( C26800), C37700 ( HPb59), C38500( HPb58), C27200(CuZn37), C28000(CuZn40)
4. Bronze: C51000, C52100, C54400, etc
5. Iron: 1213, 12L14,1215
6. Aluminum: Al6061, Al6063
7.OEM according to your request
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Surface Treatment

Annealing, natural canonization, heat treatment, polishing, nickel plating, chrome plating, zinc plating,yellow passivization, gold passivization, satin, Black surface painted etc.

Processing Method

CNC machining, punch,turning, milling, drilling, grinding, broaching, welding and assembly
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QC & Certificate

Technicians self-check in production,final-check before package by professional Quality inspector
ISO9001:2008 , ISO14001:2001,ISO/TS 16949:2009

Package & Lead Time

Size: Drawings
Wooden Case/Container and pallet, or as per customized specifications.
15-25days samples. 30-45days offcial order
Port: Shanghai/Ningbo port
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