ServoCity 280 rpm Premium Planetary Gear Motor
Description
- ServoCity 280 rpm Premium Planetary Gear Motor
- Delivers 280 rpm at 12V for optimal performance
- Features durable metal planetary gearbox
- Offers dual ball bearing support for stability
- Ensures secure connections with male spade terminals
- Supports 69.4 oz-in stall torque
The ServoCity 280 rpm Premium Planetary Gear Motor is a high-performance brushed DC motor designed for applications requiring precise and reliable motion control. It features a robust planetary gearbox that ensures efficient power transmission and durability. The motor operates optimally at a nominal voltage of 12V, delivering a no-load speed of 280 rpm. Its dual ball bearing support enhances the stability and longevity of the output shaft, which is designed in a D-shaft style for secure coupling with various mechanical components. The motor's metal gear construction provides strength and resilience under demanding conditions. This gear motor is equipped with male spade terminals for straightforward electrical connections. Note: Stalling this gear motor could result in gear damage.

- 1x ServoCity 280 rpm Premium Planetary Gear Motor
- Output shaft style: D-shaft
- Motor type: Brushed DC
- Output shaft support: Dual ball bearings
- Gear material: Metal
- Voltage (nominal): 12V
- Voltage range (recommended): 3V - 12V
- Speed (no load at 12VDC): 280 rpm
- Current (no load at 12VDC): 0.20A
- Current (stall at 12VDC): 4.9A
- Torque (stall at 12VDC): 69.4 oz-in (5 kgf-cm)
- Gearbox style: Planetary
- Connector type: Male spade terminal
- Gear ratio: 43:1
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