U.S ManufacturingGPL Zero-Backlash Robotic Planetary Gearboxes
GAM’s revolutionary GPL Series Robotic Planetary Gearbox combines the lowest backlash and high tilting rigidity with vibration-free motion for smooth, controlled motion in robotics and motion control applications.
Benefits
- Backlash ≤ 0.1 arcmin (6 arcsec), 10x better than other precision gearboxes
- Best-in-the-market torsional rigidity for ≤ 0.6 arcmin lost motion
- Operates vibration-free for superior positional accuracy and continuous controlled throughout the motion
- No adjustment required:Patented design guarantees backlash will not increase over the life time of the gearbox
- Operating life of 20,000 hours
- Industry-accepted proven performance
- Integrated motor adapter ready to mount your motor
- Replaces direct drive motors at significant cost savings
- Exceed the performance of a cycloidal gearbox in almost every application
Reduced Lead Times
GAM now offers a 2-week lead time on select sizes and ratios of the GPL. Contact us today and request a quote!
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GPL Planetary vs. Cycloidal
The GPL robotic planetary gearbox provides superior performance compared to a cycloidal gearbox.
| Feature |  THE NEW STANDARD: GPL Planetary Gearbox |  Cycloidal Gearbox |
| Backlash | <0.1 arcmin for the life of the gearbox | <1 arcmin - backlash increases with wear |
| Path Control | Balanced planetary gearing for smooth controlled path without vibration | Unbalanced gearing results in vibration during movement |
| Service Life | 20,000 hours rated life | 6,000 hours rated life |
| Torque | Rated torque at output speed (n2) of 15 rpm | Rated torque at slower output speed of 5 rpm |
| Efficiency | >90% independent of speed | >85% |
| Duty Cycle | S1 duty cycle (continuous operation) is possible. High input speeds up to 6600 rpm | Lower input speeds |
| Prestage | Standard option | Not standard |
| Shock Load | 3.3x nominal torque | 5x nominal torque |
GPL Robotic Planetary Models
GPL-F
- Flange output
- Sizes 056 to 400
- Ratios 50:1 to 200:1
- Nominal Torque 445 to 3500 Nm
GPL-H
- Hollow Flange output
- Sizes 057 to 400
- Ratios 35.5:1 to 131.1:1
- Nominal Torque 445 to 3500 Nm
Application Stories
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GAM GPL Replaces Direct Drive Motor for Significant Cost Savings
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