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Re: Custom gearboxes

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Originally Posted by lemiant View Post
What exactly goes into a custom gearbox? I am specifically interested in ones for manipulators, as I plan on using AM headboard in the drivetrain.
I mean, I don't want to sound like a smart-alick or anything but essentially identical components go into custom gearboxes as anything you'd buy off of andymark.com.

The thing that makes the majority of custom gearboxes "custom" is the fact they redesign the mounting plates to get motors in a more desirable location, offer easier mounting to their manipulator/frames, and get the gear ratios to something suitable for their needs.