Philippines
In demanding industrial environments, machines often face extreme heat or cold, which can compromise performance, shorten equipment life, and increase maintenance costs. At Tsubaki Philippines Corporation (TPHC), we bring you high-performance gear motors designed to handle these challenges, ensuring reliable operation even under the harshest condition.
In modern industrial machinery, achieving reliable and efficient motion transmission is critical. The Pin Gear Drive Unit (PDU) from Tsubaki offers an innovative solution designed to replace conventional rack-and-pinion and large gear systems. With its unique design, high torque capability, and flexible installation, the Pin Gear Drive Unit is ideal for heavy-duty industrial applications that require both precision and durability.
This advanced drive system enables smooth motion for both linear and rotational drives, making it suitable for a wide range of industries including steel, automation, infrastructure, and heavy machinery.
What is Pin gear drive unit?
A Pin Gear Drive Unit is a transmission mechanism composed of a pin gear, pin rack, or pin wheel that mesh together to produce motion. Unlike traditional gear systems, the PDU uses a gear with a specialized tooth profile that engages with rollers mounted on the pin rack or pin wheel.
linear motion and rotational motion
This is a transmission part that has the same function as a gear or rack and pinion, and converts rotation into linear motion or rotation into another type of rotational motion by combining a pin-mechanical wheel rack with a dedicated gear. It has been delivered to a variety of devices.
linear motion and rotational motion
Tsubaki offers several material options to suit different environments, including:
Standard steel type
Flexible type
Stainless steel series for corrosive environments
These options allow the drive unit to operate effectively even in harsh industrial conditions.
The unit consists of a pin rack or pin wheel and pin gear.
The basic structure of a pin rack/pin wheel is almost the same as that of a chain, with bushings press fit into a frame of any shape and rollers inserted.
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Our wide range of Pin gear drive unit are used in a variety of applications.
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