Banebot Transmission Issues

[Karthik]

Originally Posted by M. Krass

Karthik,

Can you say how much load, if any, the gearbox was under when you rounded the flats?

We recently ordered two of these for infrequent, momentary use and I'm worried that we'll tax them too much and find ourselves in a bad situation.

Thanks for the warning.

Madison,

We were moving a load of about 5 foot-pounds of torque, while shockloading by changing directions. So, I would call this a small to moderate load.

Also, our solution of welding the shaft to the plate has failed twice, we've re-welded it a third time. Since each piece is a different type of steel, it's just not working well. Also, you have to weld with the bearings in place and you're restricted to welding from one side.

In synopsis, these gearboxes are less than suitable. That's Karthik putting it mildly.