Worm Slewing Drive for Heavy-Duty Applications – High Torque, Self-Locking Gear Solution

Safety and Advantages of Worm Slewing Drive

Worm slewing drives (also known as worm gear drives) offer distinct advantages over traditional slewing products, particularly in terms of installation simplicity, maintenance ease, and space efficiency. A key feature of worm slewing drives is their reverse self-locking mechanism, which ensures that the gear can only be driven by the worm gear and not in reverse. This built-in safety feature makes worm slewing drives ideal for applications that require high stability and safety, such as lifting operations and high-altitude tasks.

The reverse self-locking mechanism enhances operational safety by preventing unintended motion and improving the reliability of the equipment.

Key Features:

• Self-locking function: Prevents reverse movement, ensuring safety during operation.

• Space-saving design: Ideal for installations with limited space.

• Easy installation and maintenance: Simple to set up and maintain.

Installation and Use Precautions for Worm Slewing Drive

To ensure optimal performance and safety, follow these installation guidelines:

1. Use specified bolts: Only use bolts that meet the required specifications. Avoid full-thread bolts, old bolts, or reused nuts, washers, and elastic washers.

2. Proper positioning: The inner and outer raceways of the worm slewing drive should be placed on both sides of the main load plane, staggered by 90 degrees. Check the fit between the worm drive and the installation surface with a feeler gauge. If the fit is not suitable, fill the gap with the appropriate material.

3. Avoid post-installation welding: Do not perform welding operations on the support after installing the worm slewing drive.

Additional safety features include wheel axle motion to reduce force consumption and improve protection.

Applications of Worm Slewing Drive

Worm slewing drives are used in a variety of industries, thanks to their ability to withstand high loads while offering high precision. Common applications include:

• Solar power generation systems

• Special vehicle steering platforms

• Heavy-duty flatbed transporters

• Harbor cranes, truck-mounted cranes, aerial work vehicles

• Gantry cranes, small wind power stations

• Aerospace communication systems, satellite reception

Worm slewing drives are typically paired with DC planetary reducer motors or AC reducer motors for solar power systems and hydraulic motors for construction machinery.

Socare Slewing Drives – Advanced Features

Socare slewing drives integrate advanced features such as hourglass (double-enveloped) worm technology, which enhances load handling, efficiency, and precision. These drives are available in a variety of sizes, performance ranges, and mounting options, making them adaptable to diverse applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Standard sizes: 75mm to 800mm in diameter

• Performance characteristics:

• Holding torque: 6 kNm to 220 kNm

• Output torque: 200 Nm to 63 kNm

• Overturning moment load capacity: 500 Nm to 271 kNm

• Gear reduction ratio: 30:1 to 156600:1

• Mounting options: Horizontal, vertical, or multi-axis

• Motor options: Electric or hydraulic

• Shell options: Open or closed

• Customization: Tailored designs to meet specific application needs

Worm Slewing Drive Supplier

LZTC provides comprehensive services, including research and development, design, production, and sales of worm slewing drive products. We offer a wide range of solutions to suit various industrial applications.

For the latest quotation or to inquire about customized options, please contact us.