Right Angle Transmission

[StorminNormin1]

We were curious if we could use the CIM FR801-001 motor with a 90 degree transmission. Does anyone know where we can find this? Thanks!
2181 Blaine, MN

[Jared Russell]

You can use any transmission you want. As for "ready-made" 90 degree CIM transmissions, I don't think there are any. However, you can buy a set of bevel gears and make one yourself that attaches to the output shaft of a normal gearbox.

[sanddrag]

I've often wondered if this thing (http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=92187) could be useful on a robot. Seems like it wouldn't be too hard to adapt to. I wonder if it would withstand a CIM. I haven't seen it in person, but, if it is on the CIM before any geardown, it seems like it would.

[Jared Russell]

Most drill motors are pretty comparable to the CIMs in terms of output power, so I'd venture to say that that would work. Thanks for the link, I've never seen a ready-made package like that.

[Dick Linn]

Check here http://www.surpluscenter.com/powerTrans.asp?UID=2007020615361823&catname=powerTrans

They usually have some lself-propelled awnmower gearboxes for a low price, in the transaxle category. If they can take a couple of horsepower lawnmower engine, they should hold up OK.

[Goldeye]

Most drill motors are pretty comparable to the CIMs in terms of output power, so I'd venture to say that that would work. Thanks for the link, I've never seen a ready-made package like that.

However, drill motors tend to have considerably less torque, which is potentially just as much of a worry.

[Dick Linn]

Harbor freight has another model of the right-angle adapter that is all metal. It's black in color. The shaft is round, so it would be easier to mount. I don't see it on their site now, but it often comes on sale. I have one and it seems well made. It is nearly, but not quite, 1:1 gearing.