A planetary gear motor is an excellent choice for an electric screwdriver due to its compact size, high torque output, and efficiency. Below is a detailed breakdown of its components, working principle, and advantages for this application.
High Torque in a Small Package: Planetary gears distribute load across multiple gears, allowing for higher torque output without increasing motor size.
Compact Design: The nested gear arrangement saves space, making it ideal for handheld tools.
Efficiency & Durability: Multiple gear teeth share the load, reducing wear and improving longevity.
Smooth Operation: Provides consistent torque, which is crucial for precision screwdriving.
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Component |
Function |
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Sun Gear |
Central gear connected to the motor shaft. |
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Planet Gears |
Multiple gears that rotate around the sun gear. |
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Ring Gear |
Outer gear with internal teeth that mesh with the planet gears. |
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Carrier |
Holds the planet gears and connects to the output shaft. |
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Motor (Brushed/ Brushless DC) |
Provides rotational input to the sun gear. |
► Motor Input: The motor shaft rotates the sun gear.
► Planet Gear Movement: The sun gear drives the planet gears, which rotate on their axes while orbiting the sun gear.
► Torque Transfer: The carrier (holding the planet gears) rotates, transferring torque to the output shaft.
► Speed Reduction: The gear ratio between the sun, planet, and ring gears determines the output speed and torque.
• Higher Gear Ratio = More Torque, Lower Speed (Good for driving screws).
• Lower Gear Ratio = Higher Speed, Less Torque (Useful for drilling).
• Typical electric screwdrivers use a 3:1 to 20:1 planetary gear reduction.
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Motor Type |
Pros |
Cons |
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Low cost, simple control |
Shorter lifespan (brush wear) |
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Brushless DC (BLDC) Motor |
Higher efficiency, longer life, better torque control |
More expensive, needs electronic control |
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Feature |
Planetary Gear |
Spur Gear |
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Torque Density |
High (load sharing) |
Low (single gear contact) |
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Size |
Compact |
Bulky for same torque |
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Efficiency |
High (90%+) |
Moderate |
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Noise |
Low (even load distribution) |
Higher (gear rattling) |
Motor: 3.7V mini brush motor with 29000RPM speed
Gear Ratio: from 4 to 1296
Torque: 2 mN.m to 201 mN.m (adjustable for different screws)
Output Speed: 18-5744 RPM (controlled via PWM)
Mechanism Design: Easy disassembling and assembling for screwdriver
Heat Build-Up → Use high-quality lubricants & heat-resistant materials.
Gear Wear → Hardened steel or polymer gears for durability.
Backlash → Precision-machined gears minimize play.
A planetary gear motor is ideal for electric screwdrivers due to its high torque, compact size, and efficiency. Pairing it with a brushless DC motor enhances performance and lifespan, while proper gear ratio selection ensures optimal screwdriving speed and power. Would you like recommendations for specific motor models or gearbox suppliers? Contact with us now.
