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Shimpo Drives :: RXC Adjustable Speed Drive

RXC Adjustable Speed Drive

The RXC Adjustable Speed Drive is a mechanical variable speed drive utilizing a ring and cone power train. The drive consists of an input disc, a set of planetary cones, a control ring, the cam disc and a pressure control cam. This unique design provides a speed range of 0 - 800 RPM.

The RXC offers increased low speed torque, 500% starting torque and a 200% overload capacity throughout its entire speed range. It is ideally suited for rugged, trouble free service in the worst environments including explosion proof, chemical processing and washdown applications.

Applications suited for the RXC Adjustable Speed Drive include rotary feeders, blenders, progressive cavity pumps, conveyors, and any other application requiring high starting torque, increased low speed torque and wide speed ranges.

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Features Benefits
Pressure control cam Acts as a shock absorber that can handle heavy shock loads and eliminates needless wear
Simple mechanical power train Provides reliability and easy maintenance
Built-in speed reduction Eliminates or reduces the need for external speed reducers
Compact concentric shaft design Allows for easy installation in small confined areas
Various speed changing options Choose from manual or automatic speed changing options suited to your specific application requirements
NEMA C-face input Uses standard motors for easy and low cost maintenance

Specifications

16 basic sizes, available as a stand alone unit or combined with speed reducers

Input power range from 1/8 HP (.1 kW) to 40 HP (30 kW)

Output speed range from 0 - 800 RPM
Output torque range from 5 in. lbs. (0.56 Nm) to 177,500 in. lbs. (20,040 Nm)