Nidec® Flexwave Gearbox
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Nidec® hasextensive experience as a supplier to leading robotics and machine tool manufacturers in Japan.
TheNidec® FlexWaveisa highly compact reduction mechanism that achieves zero backlash as well as exceptional precision and repeatability. TheFlexWaveconsistsof three main internal elements: the elliptical wave generator subassembly, the flexible cup gear, and the inner ring gear. The elastic properties of the cup gear and the tooth difference between the cup gear and the inner ring gear result in unique reduction characteristics.
Compared to other reduction technologies,FlexWaveoffersthe following advantages:
- Zero reaction fence
- High reduction ratios in a compact footprint
- Exceptional repeatability
- Extremely lightweight
These featuresmakeFlexWave a superior choice when sizing and selecting the right reduction technology for robotics, medical equipment, semiconductor and circuit manufacturing, machine tools, or any assembly automation applications that require precision positioning.