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Originally Posted by Paul Copioli
All,
First off, the load rating for the VP is very comservative so I think using the VP in this instance is fine.
Also, since the rating is based on the ultimate stress failure of the aluminum hex, going to a single stage gearbox with a 7075 aluminum shaft (or unhardened steel shaft) won't be any better.
In any case, you should be fine with the VP direct to your output for the climber.
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Thanks Paul, I wasn't sure if the failure was caused by the spline or some other part of the shaft specific to the VP.