Gears & Drive Solutions
Planetary Gearboxes (PX Series)
Modular planetary gearboxes engineered for high torque, power, and reliable performance in demanding industrial drive applications.
Planetary Gearboxes for Demanding Applications
DESCH PX Series planetary gearboxes are engineered to deliver high-performance, reliable power transmission for demanding industrial applications. Offering a standardized and modular design, supported by integrated drive system expertise, they provide efficient, scalable solutions designed to maximize uptime, operational reliability, and long-term performance.
Combining gearbox technology with clutches, brakes, motors, condition monitoring, torque measurement, and engineering support, DESCH offers complete drive solutions tailored to specific application requirements. Backed by proven DESCH engineering, they are ideally suited for the following industries and applications:
Press Drives & Industrial Machinery
Conveyor & Material Handling Technology
Mining & Mineral Processing
Recycling & Special Machine Construction
Planetary Gearboxes (PX Series)
With the new PX series, DESCH offers a high-performance range of modular planetary gearboxes that have been specially developed for challenging applications in industrial environments. Based on our flexible standardized and modular system, the gearboxes can be individually adapted to your requirements – for maximum efficiency, durability and reliability.
- A single point of contact
- Shorter project lead times
- No interface problems
- A solution that works
| Configurations | 1-stage, 2-stage, and 3-stage configurations |
Choosing The Right Gearbox For The Job
There’s a lot to consider when choosing the right DESCH product for your specific application.
Performance Requirements
The gearbox must be matched to the mechanical demands of the complete drive system.
Key factors to assess include:
- Input and output speed
- Required gear ratio
- Duty cycle
- Shock and dynamic loads
Installation & Integration
The physical installation and connection to the wider drivetrain are important when selecting the gearbox configuration.
Consider:
- Input and output interfaces
- Shaft configuration
- Connection to motors or other gearboxes
- Integration of clutches and brakes
Operating Environment
The gearbox and supporting systems should be configured around the specific operating conditions.
Considerations include:
- Dust and contamination
- Temperature
- Continuous or intermittent operation
- Lubrication requirements
Maintain For Longevity
While DESCH products are engineered for long-term performance, appropriate maintenance helps protect reliability, extend service life, and prevent avoidable downtime.
- Select the gearbox according to the required torque, speed, ratio, and duty cycle.
- Install and commission the gearbox according to the applicable DESCH documentation.
- Maintain the specified lubrication and cooling systems.
- Monitor gearbox operating conditions and investigate changes in vibration, temperature, noise, or performance.
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