Thread: RS775 Gearboxes
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Re: RS775 Gearboxes - alternative?

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Originally Posted by bachster View Post
Banebots is now quoting "the longer end" of 10-15 business days lead time. Does anyone have suggestions for an alternative 256:1 (or similar) gearbox to interface with the RS-775? We just decided to order one yesterday, and can't afford to wait until ship day to see it for the first time.
Dewalt transmission in low gear is 47:1, throw on a sprocket reduction of 5:1 or 6:1 and you'll be good to go, plus you'll have integrated anti-back drive.
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