Understand Your Low Backlash Gearbox Requirements
Minimize lost motion, improve torque transfer, and keep your system precisely in place. These gearboxes work as you need them to, even under demanding conditions, whether it’s high-precision robotics and CNC machines or advanced packaging and automation equipment.
Our Range of Low Backlash Gearboxes
Our low backlash planetary gearbox series includes:
| Gearbox series | Frame sizes with <1 arcmin backlash option |
|---|---|
| PSNpro | 090, 115, 142, 190 |
| PSFNpro | 090, 110, 140, 200 |
| PSBNpro | 090, 115, 142 |
| PLN | 090, 115, 142, 190 |
| WPLN | 070, 090, 115, 142 |
| NDF | 090, 110 |
| NDFC | 090, 110 |
Exact backlash, torque and ratio availability depends on the selected gearbox configuration. Reduced backlash (<1 arcmin) is available on selected frame sizes and configurations. Refer to the individual product pages for complete specifications.
Where Low Backlash Gearboxes Are Used
Some of the most important uses for low or zero backlash gearboxes are:
Robotics
Robotic joints need precise positioning and repeatability. High torsional rigidity is essential for accurate trajectory tracking, while strong torque density lets even small joints handle heavy loads smoothly and quietly.
CNC Machines
CNC milling, turning, and multi-axis machining centers demand precise motion for accurate tool placement and excellent surface finish.
Automation
Pick-and-place systems, palletizers, packaging machines, and conveyors rely on low backlash gearboxes for precise, repeatable motion and long-term positioning accuracy.
Semiconductor Production
Wafer-handling robots and precision stages are easily damaged, which is why they require ultra-smooth motion.
Why Use Low Backlash Gearboxes from Neugart?
Neugart has been in the business of manufacturing precision motion technology for decades. Our commitment to precision ensures every low backlash planetary gearbox delivers repeatable, reliable results in demanding industrial applications. We strive to ensure that our solutions consistently perform reliably in industrial environments in which precision is key.
Our global customers trust our products for their durability, consistency, and ability to meet the highest technical standards. We combine our proven German engineering expertise with manufacturing excellence in the USA to meet the exact specifications that you require.
Engineered for Your Applications
All our gearboxes are tailored for our clients’ specific torque, speed, and accuracy requirements. We can even upgrade your existing gearboxes to reduce backlash and restore precision.
Manufacturing Capabilities
We use high-precision CNC gear machining in our manufacturing process. This allows us to cut gear teeth to tight tolerances and optimal profiles for exceptionally smooth motion. They are then given a controlled heat treatment to strengthen them without sacrificing accuracy. Finally, each gearbox is rigorously tested for backlash, torsional rigidity, torque capacity, and load-handling capability to ensure long-term reliability.
Proven Across High-Performance Industries
Our gearboxes are trusted across multiple industries, including robotics, CNC machining, packaging systems, and advanced automation applications. We believe in our deep service expertise and offer of full technical support to help you always maintain the highest levels of accuracy, uptime, and lifespan.
Neugart’s strong dedication to quality, dependability, and long-term customer relations means that we deliver precision motor solutions that you can rely on.
Find Your Low Backlash Gearbox Now
With decades of experience with applications and immediate technical assistance, we will ensure that finding the perfect low backlash planetary gearbox for your project is easy and quick. You will feel completely supported from the time you choose it through to the installation.
Our comprehensive portfolio — including reinforced, low-backlash, and high-torque series — provides reliable solutions when your application requires maximum rigidity, torque density, and long-term durability.
With responsive technical support and application-focused guidance, selecting the right gearbox for your motion system is efficient, straightforward, and fully supported from specification to implementation.
Configure your gearbox here
Our Tec Data Finder (TDF) simplifies selecting the right gearbox for your requirements. In just a few clicks, you can generate a tailored solution with full technical specs, performance data, and CAD models — perfectly matched to your motor flange for easy integration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Backlash in gears refers to the small gap or clearance between mating gear teeth, which allows for smooth movement without binding. Having this gap in place prevents excessive stress, overheating, and premature wear. A larger backlash can cause issues when the direction of motion changes, which may ultimately lead to a lower level of precision and accuracy. A gearbox with low backlash reduces the gap between gear teeth, helping to ensure that motion control is precise and repetitive actions are completed accurately. This is essential in robotics, CNC machines, packaging, and automation systems.
Even a small amount of rotational play can lead to reduced accuracy, increased vibration, and overall system performance issues. In systems that require high precision, low backlash is crucial in ensuring that the output shaft matches the input movement exactly, which will prevent positioning errors. Additionally, low backlash eliminates the lag that can otherwise come into play when machinery reverses direction, resulting in smoother and more responsive motion.
Choosing the right gearbox is key, as it will have a direct impact on the efficiency of your system, as well as its performance, longevity, and operational costs. You need to select a gearbox that meets your torque requirements, offers high torsional rigidity and precision, and provides efficiency and durability. We can help you make the correct choice for your requirements, ensuring your systems operate within their optimal speed range while delivering the required torque and maintaining positioning accuracy.
Mechanical components can face several problems, including backlash growth, noise, vibration, overheating, and leakage. Keep in mind that proper lubrication, correct installation, regular inspections, and monitoring temperature and vibration can help to prevent all of these issues and maintain reliable operations. Keeping a close eye on any warning signs that might arise will help you avoid costly repairs and extend the overall lifespan of your equipment.
Always use manufacturer-specific grease or oil to match the design of the component and the specific operating conditions. It is also important to avoid overload and shock loading and follow the proper installation steps. For high-speed applications, oil lubrication helps to prevent heat buildup and friction. Carrying out regular monitoring of temperature, vibration, and wear will ultimately ensure long-term accuracy and great performance.
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