High Precision Gearheads
The
includes gearheads
for high precision control
of ATC magazines, ATC arms, APC,
and turret drives of lathe
machining centers.
Series
Series
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Table of Contents
Examples of Use 2 to 3
For Machining Center
For NC Lathe or Combined Lathe
Features and Configurations 4
Principle of Operation 5
Rating Table 6 to 7
Glossary 8 to 9
Life Rating
Allowable Acceleration/Deceleration Torque
Momentary Maximum Allowable Torque
Allowable Output Speed [Continuous]
Allowable Output Speed [Intermittent]
Torsional Rigidity, Lost Motion, Backlash
Calculation of Torsion Angle
Allowable Moment and Maximum Thrust Load
Momentary Maximum Allowable Moment
Allowable Moment Diagram
Performance �0 to ��
Efficiency
Low-temperature Characteristics
No-load Running Torque
Selection Flowchart �2 to �3
Engineering Notes �4 to �7
Appendix � Quick Selection Table of Product Codes
RA-EA Series (Case rotating type) 2� to 24
RA-EC Series (Shaft rotating type) 25 to 28
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Examples of Use
For Machining Center
Contact us for NT Series rotary tables.
Cam drive for ATC arms
RA Series
APC drive
RA Series
ATC magazine drive
RA Series
Rotary table
NT Series
3
For NC lathe or combined lathe
RA-EA Series RA-EC Series
Lathe turret drive
RA Series
ATC magazine drive
RA Series
4
The rotation direction of
the output shaft is opposite
to that of the servo motor.
The rotation direction of the
output shaft is the same as
that of the servo motor.
Tool and holder
Sprocket
Reduction gear
Servo motor
Fixed frame
RA-EC Series
Tool and holder
Sprocket
Reduction gear
Servo motor
Fixed frame
RA-EA Series
Features and Confi gurations
High shock load capability
High rigidity
High precision
High torque
The double-ended support design and unique pin gear mecha-
nism provide the following advantages:
(1) Capable of high shock load 5 times the rated torque
(2) High torsional rigidity
(3) Small backlash [1 arc.min]
(4) High torque density (capable of high torque with downsized gear)
Heavy load support A set of internal main bearings (large angular ball bearings) enables complete support of heavy external loads.
1. Maintenance: Trouble free
2. Compact design with a reduced number of parts
3. Reduced man-hours (for design, assembly, and
adjustment)
Three benefi ts
due to the
above features
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Principle of Operation
1. Rotation of the servo motor is transmitted through the
input gear to the spur gears, and the speed is reduced
according to the gear ratio between the input gear and
the spur gears.
2. Since the crankshafts are directly connected to the
spur gears, they have the same rotational speed as
the spur gears.
3. Two RV gears are mounted around the needle bear-
ings on the eccentric section of the crankshaft. (In
order to balance the equal amount of force, two RV
gears are mounted.)
4. When the crankshafts rotate, the two RV gears mounted
on the eccentric sections also revolve eccentrically
around the input axis (crank movement).
5. Pins are arrayed in a constant pitch in the grooves
inside the case. The number of pins is just one larger
than the number of RV gear teeth.
6. As the crankshafts revolve one complete rotation, the
RV gears revolve eccentrically one pitch of a pin (crank
movement), with all the RV teeth in contact with all of
the pins. As a result, 1 RV gear tooth moves in the op-
posite direction of the crankshaft rotation.
7. The rotation is then output to the shaft (output shaft)
via the crankshaft so that the crankshaft rotation
speed can be reduced in proportion to the number of
pins.
8. The total reduction ratio is the product of the fi rst reduc-
tion ratio multiplied by the second reduction ratio.
Crankshaft
Input gear
Spur gear
Fig. 1. First reduction section
Crankshaft
Spur gear
Rotation
Eccentric
section
Needle
bearing
RV gear
Rotation
Eccentric
movement
Fig. 2. Crankshaft section
Crankshaft Rotation angle 0° Rotation angle 180° Rotation angle 360°
Crankshaft
(connected to the spur gear)
Shaft
RV gear
Case
Pin
Fig. 3. Second reduction section
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Rating Table
Model Speed Ratio
To No K Ts1 Ts2
Rated
Torque
Rated
Output
Speed
Rated
Life
Allowable
Acceleration/
Deceleration
Torque
Momentary
Maximum
Allowable
Torque
N-m
(kgf-m) rpm Hr
N-m
(kgf-m)
N-m
(kgf-m)
RA-EA Series
RA-20EA
80 104 120 140 160 167 15 6000 412 833
(17) (42) (85)
RA-40EA
80 104 120 152 412 15 6000 1029 2058
(42) (105) (210)
RA-80EA
80 100 120 152 784 15 6000 1960 3920
(80) (200) (400)
RA-160EA
80 100 128 144 170 1568 15 6000 3920 7840
(160) (400) (800)
RA-EC Series
RA-20EC
81 105 121 141 161 167 15 6000 412 833
(17) (42) (85)
RA-40EC
81 105 121 153 412 15 6000 1029 2058
(42) (105) (210)
RA-80EC
81 101 121 153 784 15 6000 1960 3920
(80) (200) (400)
RA-160EC
81 101 129 145 171 1568 15 6000 3920 7840
(160) (400) (800)
Note: 1. The Rating Table shows the specifi cation values of each individual reduction gear.
2. The allowable output speed may be limited by heat depending on the operating rate.
3. For the inertia moment of the reduction gears, refer to the Product Summary Sheet.
4. For dimensions α and L, refer to “Allowable Moment and Maximum Thrust Load.”
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Capacity of main bearing
Ns1 Ns2 Mo Ms1 Fo α L
Allowable
Output
Speed
[Continuous]
Allowable
Output
Speed
[Intermittent]
Backlash Lost
Motion
Torsional
Rigidity
(Spring
Constant)
Allowable
Moment
Momentary
Maximum
Allowable
Moment
Maximum
Thrust
Load
Dimension
α
Dimension
L
Mass
Note 4 Note 4
Note 2
rpm
Note 2
rpm arc.min. arc.min.
N-m/
arc.min.
(kgf-m/
arc.min.)
N-m
(kgf-m)
N-m
(kgf-m)
N
(kgf) mm mm kg
45 75 1.0 1.0 49 882 1764 3920 63.1 113.3 10
(5) (90) (180) (400)
42 70 1.0 1.0 108 1666 3332 5194 83.1 143.7 18.5
(11) (170) (340) (530)
42 70 1.0 1.0 196 2156 4312 7840 81.5 166 28
(20) (220) (440) (800)
27 45 1.0 1.0 392 3920 7840 14700 93.8 210.9 58
(40) (400) (800) (1500)
45 75 1.0 1.0 49 882 1764 3920 122.2 113.3 9.5
(5) (90) (180) (400)
42 70 1.0 1.0 108 1666 3332 5194 148.1 143.7 20
(11) (170) (340) (530)
42 70 1.0 1.0 196 2156 4312 7840 158.4 166 27
(20) (220) (440) (800)
27 45 1.0 1.0 392 3920 7840 14700 201.8 210.9 59
(40) (400) (800) (1500)
Rotating
part
(Shaft)
Fixed
part
Fixed
Servo motor
Fixed
part
Rotating part
(Case)
Fixed
Servo motor
RA-EC Series (Shaft rotating type)RA-EA Series (Case rotating type)
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Glossary
Life Rating
The life time when driven at the rated torque and
rated output speed is called the “life rating.”
Allowable Acceleration/Deceleration Torque
When the machine starts or stops, the load torque to be
applied to the reduction gear is larger than the constant-
speed load torque due to the effect of the inertia torque
of the rotating part. In such a situation, the allowable
torque during acceleration/deceleration is referred to as
“allowable acceleration/deceleration torque.”
Note: Be careful so that the load torque, which
is applied during normal operation, does
not exceed the allowable acceleration/de-
celeration torque.
Momentary Maximum Allowable Torque
A large torque may be applied to the reduction gear due
to an emergency stop or an external shock. The allow-
able value of the momentary applied torque at this time
is referred to as “momentary maximum allowable torque.”
Note: Be careful so that the momentary exces-
sive torque does not exceed the momen-
tary maximum allowable torque.
Lo
ad
to
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ue
Max. torque for startup
Momentary max. torque
Max. torque for stop
Constant torque
Time
Allowable Output Speed [Continuous]
The allowable output speed when the machine
starts and stops repeatedly is referred to as “allow-
able output speed [Continuous].”
Note: Maintain the environment and operation
conditions so that the temperature of the
reduction gear case is 60ºC or lower.
Allowable Output Speed [Intermittent]
The allowable output speed during the operation in
which the reduction gear is not activated frequently is
referred to as “allowable output speed [Intermittent].”
Note: Maintain the environment and operation
conditions so that the temperature of the
reduction gear case is 60ºC or lower.
Torsional Rigidity, Lost Motion, Backlash
When a torque is applied to the output shaft while
the input shaft is fi xed, torsion is generated accord-
ing to the torque value. The torsion can be shown in
the hysteresis curve.
The value of b/a is referred to as “torsional rigidity.”
The torsion angle at the mid point of the hysteresis
curve width within ±3% of the rated torque is re-
ferred to as “lost motion.”
The torsion angle when the torque indicated by the
hysteresis curve is equal to zero is referred to as
“backlash.”
Hysteresis curve
Backlash
Lost
motion
a
b
±100% rated torque
±3% rated torque
Torsion
angle
Calculation of torsion angle
Taking RA-160E as an example, the torsion angle will
be calculated when torque is added in one direction.
1) When the load torque is 30 N-m .... Torsion angle (ST1)
z When the load torque is within the lost motion area
ST1= 30 x 1 (arc.min.) = 0.32 arc.min or less
47 2
2) When the load torque is 1,300 N-m .... Torsion angle (ST2)
z When the load torque is within the rated torque area
ST2= 1 + 1300−47.0 = 3.70 arc.min.
2 392
Note: 1. The torsion angles that are calculated
above are for a single reduction gear.
2. For the customized specifi cations of
the lost motion, contact us.
Models
Torsional rigidity
(Spring Constant)
N-m/arc.min.
Lost motion
Backlash
arc.min.Lost motion
arc.min.
Measured
torque N-m
RA-20E 49
1.0
± 5.0
1.0
RA-40E 108 ± 12.3
RA-80E 196 ± 23.5
RA-160E 392 ± 47.0
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Allowable Moment and Maximum Thrust Load
The external load moment may be applied to the
reduction gear during normal operation. . The allow-
able values of the external moment and the external
axial load at this time are each referred to as “allow-
able moment” and “maximum thrust load.”
Mc : Load moment (N-m)
W1, W2 : Load (N)
L1, L2 : Distance to the point of load application
(mm)
α : Designated dimension (mm)
(Refer to the Rating Table.)
L : Designated dimension (mm)
(Refer to the Rating Table.)
Mc = W1 x (L1 + α) + W2 x L2
1000
Mc Allowable moment
Note: 1. When the load moment and the thrust
load are applied concurrently, ensure
that the reduction gear is used within
the corresponding allowable moment
range, which is indicated in the allow-
able moment diagram.
2. When W1 load is applied in the area of
the dimension L, use it within the allow-
able radial load, calculated using the
formula below.
Allowable radial load = Allowable moment : (N)
L
RA-EA
L
α L1
W1
W2
L2
RA-EC
W1
W2
L2
L1 α
L
Momentary Maximum Allowable Moment
A large moment may be applied to the reduction
gear due to an emergency stop or external shock.
The allowable value of the momentary applied mo-
ment at this time is referred to as “momentary maxi-
mum allowable moment.”
Note: Be careful so that the momentary exces-
sive moment does not exceed the momen-
tary maximum allowable moment.
Allowable Moment Diagram
Load moment (N-m)
Th
ru
st
lo
ad
(N
)
2156 3920882 1666
25201660
7840
14700
5194
3920 3410
4890
3040
2040
1450735
20E
80E
160E
40E
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Performance
Effi ciency
RA Sries Case temperature: 30°CLubricant: Grease (Molywhite RE00)
Output torque (N-m)
20E 40E
80E 160E
10rpm
30rpm
60rpm
50 100 150 200
20
40
60
80
100
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
10rpm
25rpm
50rpm
100 200 300 400 500
10rpm
25rpm
50rpm
250 500 750 1000
20
40
60
80
100
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
10rpm
25rpm
40rpm
500 1000 1500 2000
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cy
(%
)
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ci
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(%
)
E
ffi
ci
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cy
(%
)
E
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cy
(%
)
Output torque (N-m)
Output torque (N-m)
Output torque (N-m)
20E
Case temperature (˚C)
N
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lo
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In
pu
t a
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(N
-m
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In
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(N
-m
)
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In
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(N
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In
pu
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s
(N
-m
)
Speed
ratio
Case temperature (˚C)
Speed
ratio
Case temperature (˚C)
Speed
ratio
Case temperature (˚C)
Speed
ratio
57
105
1410
1
2
-10 0 10 20
40E
80E 160E
57
121
153
0
1
2
3
4
5
-10 0 10 20
57
121
1710
2
4
6
8
10
-10 0 10 20
81
129
171
0
5
10
15
-10 0 10 20
Low-temperature characteristics (No-load running torque for low-temperature range)
RA Series RA Series: Input speedLubricant: Grease (Molywhite RE00)
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No-load running torque
RA Series Case temperature: 30°CLubricant: Grease (Molywhite RE00)
The no-load running torque that is converted to the input shaft side
value should be calculated using the following equation:
No-load running torque on
the input shaft side (N-m) =
No-load running torque on
the output shaft side (N-m)
Speed ratio
0 20 40 60 80 100
50
100
150
200
80E
20E
40E
0 10 20 30 40 50
50
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
550
160E
Output shaft speed (rpm)
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(N
-m
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Output shaft speed (rpm)
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Selection Flowchart
Decrease the load
Calculation of life (Lh)
Examine the input
speed
T1orT3
Allowable
acceleration/
deceleration
torque
Tem
Momentary
maximum allowable
torque
Check the load torque applied to the reduction gear.
An example is shown in the load cycle diagram.
Tm =
t1 · N1 · T1 + t2 · N2 · T2 + ..... tn · Nn · Tn
t1 · N1 + t2 · N2 + ..... tn · Nn
10
3
10
3
10
3
10
3
Nm = t1 · N1 + t2 · N2 + ..... tn · Nn
t1 + t2 + ..... tn
Lh = 6000 x x
No
Nm
To
Tm( )
10
3
Cem =
60
Nem
40 x x tem
10
35 × To
Tem
775 x ( )
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES YES
YES
NO
NO
Tout: Assumed values
NO
Input
speed
Speed
Ratio
Maximum
allowable output
speed
Momentary
maximum allowable
torque
NO
Tout
(1)
Examine the load
characteristics
● Examine the average
load torque (Tm)
● Examine the average
output speed (Nm)
Temporary selection of
the model from the
rating table
Increase the
model number of
the reduction gear
Lh ≥ Required life
Examine the
acceleration/decelerati
on torque (T1, T3)
Examine the external
impact torque (Tem) due
to an emergency stop
Examine the external
impact torque (Tout)
when motor shaft is
not rotating.
Calculation of
allowable applied
speed (Cem)
Actual
applied
speed
≤
≤
≤
≤
Cem≤
Load cycle diagram
R
ot
at
io
n
lo
ad
to
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ue
R
P
M
Max. torque for startup
External impact torque
Constant torque
Max. torque for stop
Shock time
tem
Deceleration
time
Acceleration
time
Constant
drive time
Deceleration
time
T1
T2
0
T3
Tem
Nem
t1 t2 t3
N2
N1 N3
Time
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Determine the model
END
NO
YES
NO
YES
(Refer to page 09)
Mc = {W1 x (α1 + L1) + W2 x L2) x 10-3
Mc ≤ Mo
Nm = = 15.6r.p.m.0.2 x 10 + 0.5 x 20 + 0.2 x 10
0.2 + 0.5 + 0.2
Selection examples
Tm =
= 1,475N-m
0.2 x 10 + 0.5 x 20 + 0.2 x 10
10
3
10
3
10
3
10
30.2 x 10 x 2,500 + 0.5 x 20 x 500 +0.2x10x1,500
T1 = 2,500N-m T2 = 500N-m T3 = 1,500N-m Tem = 7,000N-m
t1 = 0.2sec t2 = 0.5sec t3 = 0.2sec tem = 0.05sec
N1 = N3 = 10r.p.m. N2 = 20r.p.m. Nem = 20r.p.m.
2,405.4N-m < 3,920N-m
Lh = 6000 x x = 7,073Hr
7,073 > 5,000
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15.6 ( )1,5681,475
10
3
Maximum allowable output speed
of RA-160EC [Continuous]
Allowable acceleration/deceleration
torque of RA-160EC
Momentary maximum allowable
torque of RA-160EC
Required life
Rated torque of RA-160EC
Mc =
(201.8 + 500)
1,000
200
1,000
( )
Cem = =1696 times
20
6040 x x 0.05
10
35×1,568
7,000
775 x
z External load conditions
W1 = 3,000N L1 = 500mm
W2 = 1,500N L2 = 200mm
z Examine the thrust load
1,500N < 14,700N
z Examine the load moment (RA-160EC)
z RA-160EC is selected (All conditions are met)
(2) Examine the main bearing capacity
z Examine the emergency stop and external impact torque
Tem = 7,000N-m < 7,840N-m
z Examine the acceleration/deceleration torque
Tmax = T1 = 2,500N-m < 3,920N-m
= 2,405.4N-m
Maximum thrust load of RA-160EC
150 times < 1696 times
Actual applied speed
Allowable moment of RA-160EC
z Examine the maximum output speed
20r.p.m. < 27r.p.m.
Maximum allowable output
speed of RA-160EC
z Tentative selection of frame number
Temporarily select RA-160EC from the Tm and Nm values.
1,475N-m < 1,568N-m, 15.6r.p.m. < 27r.p.m.
z Calculation of life
z Calculation of average output speed
z Calculation of average load torque
z Usage conditions
(1) Examine the load characteristics
+ 1,500 x 3,000 x
(2)
Examine the main
bearing capacity
Check the external load applied
to the reduction gear.
When the load moment and the
thrust load are applied
concurrently, ensure that the
reduction gear is used within the
corresponding allowable
moment range, which is
indicated in the allowable
moment diagram.
Examine the thrust
load (W2)
● Increase the model
number
● Decrease W2
W2 ≤ Allowable thrust
(W)
● Increase the model
number
● Decrease the load
Examine the load
moment
Mc ≤ Allowable moment
(Mo)
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Engineering Notes
1. Installation of the reduction gear and mounting it to the output shaft
z When installing the reduction gear and mounting it to the output shaft, use hexagon socket head cap
screws and tighten them with the torque as specifi ed below, in order to satisfy the momentary maximum
allowable torque, which is noted in the rating table.
Employment of the Belleville Spring Washer is recommended to prevent the hexagon socket head cap
screws and protect their seat surface from fl aws.
(1) Bolt tightening torque and tightening force
Hexagon socket
head cap screw
Nominal size x pitch
Tightening torque
(N-m)
Tightening force
F
(N)
Bolt specifi cations
M5 x 0.8 9.01 ± 0.49 9310 Hexagon socket head cap screw
M6 x 1.0 15.6 ± 0.78 13180 JIS B 1176
M8 x 1.25 37.2 ± 1.86 23960 Strength class
M10 x 1.5 73.5 ± 3.43 38080 JIS B 1051 12.9
M12 x 1.75 128.4 ± 6.37 55100 Thread
M14 x 2.0 204.8 ± 10.2 75860 JIS B 0205 6g or class 2
M16 x 2.0 318.5 ± 15.9 103410
Note: 1. The tightening torque values listed are for steel or cast iron material.
2. If softer material, such as aluminum or stainless steel, is used, limit the tightening torque.
Also, pay attention to the system requirements of the transmission torque.
(2) Calculation of allowable transmission torque of bolts.
T = F x D x 10
-3 x μ x n
2
T Allowable transmission torque by tightening bolt (N-m)
F Bolt tightening force (N)
D Bolt mounting P.C.D (mm)
μ
Friction factor
μ=0.15 ... When grease remains on the mating face
μ=0.20 .. When grease has been removed from the
mating face
n Number of bolts (pcs)
(3) Serrated lock washer for hexagon socket head cap screw
Name : Belleville Spring Washer (made by Heiwa Hatsujyo Industry Co., Ltd.)
Corporation symbol : Bell SW-2H (nominal size)
Material : S50CM to S65CM
Hardness : HRC40 to 48
(Unit: mm)
Normal
size
ID and OD of Belleville
Spring Washer t H
d
Basic size
D
5 5.25 8.5 0.6 0.85
6 6.4 10 1.0 1.25
8 8.4 13 1.2 1.55
10 10.6 16 1.5 1.9
12 12.6 18 1.8 2.2
14 14.6 21 2.0 2.5
16 16.9 24 2.3 2.8
Note: When using any equivalent washer, select it with
special care given to its outer diameter.
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2. Mounting the input gear
z The following is a representative case for connecting an