Product OverviewRP52 is a 52 mm planetary gear motor / gearbox by KWC Motor. It features ball-bearing-supported output, a 12 mm standard output shaft, and gearbox ratios covering approximately 1:3.6 to 1:307. Rated torque reaches 30 N·m with a 90 N·m short-term peak. Designed for integration in mobile platforms and industrial equipment requiring compact, high-ratio mechanical reduction.
Key Facts for Engineering Buyers- Product category: Planetary Gear Motors & Gearboxes
- Model: RP52
- Brand / manufacturer: KWC Motor, Dongguan KWC Machinery Co., Ltd.
- Typical applications: AGV/AMR wheel drives, mobile chassis, winches, solar trackers, construction actuators
Specification Signals- Diameter (housing): 52 mm
- Output shaft: 12 mm (keyway / D-shaft options available)
- Bearings: ball bearings supporting radial and axial loads
Core Applications & Solutions- Heavy-duty AGVs & Mobile Chassis: Suitable for warehouse logistics AGVs, AMRs and service-robot chassis. Provides up to 30 N·m continuous torque and a 12 mm output shaft able to drive hub/wheel systems for high payloads.
- Industrial Winches & Engineering Equipment: Applicable to off-road winches, PV trackers and construction actuators. Ball-bearing output supports radial loads up to 300 N and axial thrust up to 200 N for outdoor duty cycles.
RP52 Gearbox Technical SpecificationsRatio | Stages | Length L (mm) | Rated Torque | Max Momentary Torque | Efficiency
1/3.6 ~ 1/5.33 | 1 | 45.7 ±0.5 | 3 N·m | 9 N·m | 90%
1/13 ~ 1/28 | 2 | 57.2 ±0.5 | 12 N·m | 36 N·m | 81%
1/43 ~ 1/121 | 3 | 68.5 ±0.5 | 24 N·m | 72 N·m | 73%
1/154 ~ 1/307 | 4 | 79.8 ±0.5 | 30 N·m | 90 N·m | 66%
Mechanical Parameters- Gearbox outer diameter: 52 mm
- Shaft diameter: 12 mm (standard; keyway/D-shaft customizable)
- Output shaft supported by ball bearings
- Maximum radial load: 300 N
- Maximum axial load: 200 N
- Maximum press-in force: 300 N
Customization and Sourcing NotesKWC Motor supports OEM/ODM customization for voltage, speed, torque, shaft design, connector/cable options, gearbox integration and control requirements. Final pricing and specifications are confirmed after application data, quantities and customization details are defined.
Why Choose the KWC RP52?- High rated and peak torque: Rated up to 30 N·m with 90 N·m short-term peak for shock events.
- Significant radial and axial support: Ball-bearing configuration supports radial loads up to 300 N and axial thrust to 200 N.
- Flexible shaft and motor matching: Standard 12 mm shaft with options for keyway, D-shaft or splines; compatible with 50 mm motor families or higher-power BLDC motors.
- Customization for environment and integration: Sealing and IP upgrades, encoder and connector options available on request.
Purchasing FAQ (selected)- Q: How does RP52 compare with RP48? A: RP52 increases radial load capacity (200 N → 300 N), axial load (100 N → 200 N), rated torque (20 N·m → 30 N·m) and momentary shock torque (60 N·m → 90 N·m).
- Q: What is the output shaft diameter and keyway availability? A: Standard 12 mm solid shaft. Keyway, D-shaft or custom machining available per drawing for higher transmitted torque.
- Q: Is RP52 suitable for AGV platforms? A: Yes. 300 N radial capacity and 90 N·m peak torque make it suitable for heavy AGV wheel loads and impact events.
Characteristics / Technical specifications- Model: RP52
- Housing diameter: 52 mm
- Reduction ranges: ~1/3.6 to ~1/307 depending on stages
- Typical lengths L: 45.7 ±0.5 mm (1 stage), 57.2 ±0.5 mm (2 stages), 68.5 ±0.5 mm (3 stages), 79.8 ±0.5 mm (4 stages)
- Rated torque examples: 3 N·m / 12 N·m / 24 N·m / 30 N·m (by stage)
- Max momentary torque examples: 9 N·m / 36 N·m / 72 N·m / 90 N·m
- Efficiency range: 66%–90% depending on ratio and stages
- Standard output shaft: 12 mm (options: keyway, spline, D-shaft)
- Bearings: ball bearings
- Max radial load: 300 N
- Max axial load: 200 N
- Max press-in force: 300 N