Planetary reducer with seal

Abstract

The planetary reducer with the seal is in two-stage planetary transmission, and the first-stage planetary transmission comprises an input shaft, a steel cable baffle ring I, a bearing I, a shell, a fixing shaft, a sleeve, a planetary gear I and an inner gear ring; the second-stage planetary transmission comprises a planetary gear II, a pin shaft, a bearing cover, a bearing II, a steel cable baffle ring II, an output shaft, a screw and a steel ball; a sealing groove I is formed in the shell, a sealing groove II is formed in the bearing cover, and the sealing groove I and the sealing groove II are respectively used for mounting O-shaped sealing rings; and a silicone sealant is coated at the joint A of the shell and the bearing cover. The speed reducer adopts two-stage planetary transmission to realize 7.5: 1 high-precision reduction ratio transmission, and is small in size, compact in structure, capable of bearing impact vibration of 20g, excellent in sealing, long in service life, safe, reliable, excellent in silence, economical, practical and suitable for popularization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of transmission device technology, and in particular to the design of a small floating planetary reducer with a seal, which is suitable for mechanical transmission scenarios with specific requirements for transmission efficiency, size, load-bearing capacity, speed ratio, sealing performance and impact resistance. Background Technology

[0002] Planetary gear reducers are widely used in low-ratio transmission applications due to their high transmission efficiency, small size, high load capacity, and wide speed ratio range. Taking a gear reducer for a specific application as an example, this reducer needs to achieve a reduction ratio of 7.5:1 and be placed within a limited space of ∅42×54. Simultaneously, it must withstand impact vibrations up to 20g, placing extremely high demands on the reducer's structural strength and stability. Furthermore, this reducer must pass a rain test, meaning it must possess excellent waterproof sealing properties.

[0003] Regarding the choice of transmission method, if a two-stage gear transmission is used, the input and output cannot be coaxial, which will affect the layout and performance of the entire mechanical system. Therefore, planetary reducer transmission is a better choice. However, if a single-stage planetary reducer transmission is used, it is difficult to design one that satisfies (the number of teeth on the sun gear Z). s + Number of teeth Z of internal gear ring r ) / Number of planetary gear teeth Z p The number of teeth required for assembly relationships that are integers. Considering all factors, a two-stage transmission with a proposed reduction ratio of 2.5×3 becomes the inevitable choice. Simultaneously, when attempting to design the planetary transmission stage with a speed ratio of 2.5 that meets this reduction ratio requirement, based on space dimensions and load-bearing capacity requirements, if a transmission method with a module of 0.4, a fixed internal gear ring, and planetary carrier output is selected, the number of teeth Z on the internal gear ring is... r If the gear ratio is 60, then the sun gear has 40 teeth and the planet gears have 10 teeth. In this case, the reduction ratio = 1 + (internal ring gear teeth / sun gear teeth) = 2.5. However, this requires four planet gears for distribution, which not only increases the difficulty of machining and assembly, but also makes the planet gears prone to pitting due to insufficient teeth, thus reducing load-bearing capacity and accuracy testing indicators. Therefore, it was decided to use a planetary carrier for fixing and an internal ring gear for output to achieve a reduction ratio of 2.5. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem solved by this utility model is to provide a sealed planetary reducer, thereby solving the technical problem of how to achieve a two-stage planetary reducer design that meets specific requirements.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: a sealed planetary reducer, wherein the planetary reducer is a two-stage planetary transmission. The first-stage planetary transmission includes an input shaft, a wire retaining ring I, a bearing I, a housing, a fixed shaft, a sleeve, planetary gears I, and an internal gear ring; the second-stage planetary transmission includes planetary gears II, a pin shaft, a bearing cover, a bearing II, a wire retaining ring II, an output shaft, a screw, and a steel ball; the housing is provided with a sealing groove I, and the bearing cover is provided with a sealing groove II, wherein the sealing groove I and the sealing groove II are respectively used to install O-ring seals; the joint A between the housing and the bearing cover is coated with silicone sealant.

[0006] In the above technical solution, the power input end of the planetary reducer is the input shaft, and the power output end of the planetary reducer is the output shaft; in the first-stage planetary transmission, the sun gear I and the input shaft are an integral structure; in the second-stage planetary transmission, the sun gear II and the internal gear ring are coaxial integral structures; in the first-stage planetary transmission, the fixed shaft and the housing are interference-fitted, and the planet gear I and the fixed shaft are clearance-fitted; in the second-stage planetary transmission, the output shaft and the pin are interference-fitted; the planet gear II is fitted onto the pin with clearance.

[0007] In the first-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring has 60 teeth, the sun gear I has 18 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears I. The reduction ratio of the first-stage planetary transmission is 2.5. In the second-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring on the housing has 60 teeth, the sun gear II has 30 teeth, the planet gear II has 15 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears II. The reduction ratio of the second-stage planetary transmission is 3. The total speed ratio of the two-stage planetary transmission is 2.5 × 3 = 7.5.

[0008] The axial length of planetary gear II is L1, and the distance between its shaft end face and the shaft end face of the internal gear ring is M, where M≤L1 / 8; the axial length of planetary gear I is L2, and the clearance between it and the inner side of the housing is N, where N≤L2 / 10.

[0009] In the above technical solution, further: the input shaft is provided with a spherical cavity I, and the output shaft is provided with a spherical cavity II, with a gap between the spherical cavity I and the spherical cavity II for mounting a steel ball; wherein, the radius of the spherical cavity I and the spherical cavity II is SR, the gap between the spherical cavity I and the spherical cavity II is L3, the depth of the spherical cavity I is L4, the depth of the spherical cavity II is L5, and the diameter of the steel ball is... Where, L3 + L4 + L5 = ; SR is the radius of spherical fovea I or spherical fovea II.

[0010] In the above technical solution, preferably: both bearing I and bearing II are deep groove ball bearings; bearing I is a 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing; and bearing II is a 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing.

[0011] The steel ball has a diameter of 2 to 2.5 mm and is used to withstand 20g of impact vibration; a steel wire retaining ring I is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing I, and a steel wire retaining ring II is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing II.

[0012] Advantages of this utility model compared to the prior art:

[0013] 1. This utility model adopts a two-stage planetary transmission to achieve a reduction ratio of 7.5:1, and can be placed in a space with a size of The limited space of 42×54 can withstand 20g of impact vibration, while also having excellent sealing performance.

[0014] 2. The two-stage planetary reducer with sealing of this utility model has significant technical advantages in terms of leakage prevention, pollution resistance, environmental adaptability, service life extension, structural simplification, operational stability and economy through the coordinated design of housing sealing groove, bearing cover sealing groove and silicone sealant.

[0015] 3. This utility model preferably uses silicone sealant for sealing. Silicone sealant can maintain elasticity in the range of -60℃ to 200℃, adapting to extreme temperature conditions. Its low-temperature flexibility prevents low-temperature brittleness, and its high-temperature stability prevents the loss of the sealant, ensuring reliable operation of the sealing system throughout the year.

[0016] 4. This utility model features a double-sealing structure that encloses the lubricating oil inside the reducer, preventing grease oxidation and gear dry friction caused by leakage. Actual test data shows that this sealing design can extend the lifespan of gears and bearings by more than 30%, reducing downtime for maintenance. O-ring replacement is simple, and the silicone sealant coating process is mature, requiring no complex tools or professional training for maintenance. Compared to mechanical seals, this design reduces total lifespan maintenance costs by approximately 25%.

[0017] 5. This utility model's two-stage planetary reducer, through precise gear parameter design and strict axial clearance control, exhibits significant technical advantages in transmission efficiency, operational stability, extended lifespan, noise suppression, and environmental adaptability.

[0018] 6. This utility model's two-stage planetary reducer, through integrated design of the power transmission path, precise matching of key components, and structural optimization, has significant technical advantages in terms of transmission efficiency, reliability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability.

[0019] 7. The two-stage planetary reducer achieves significant technical advantages in transmission efficiency, operational stability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability through precise matching of gear parameters, strict constraints on axial / radial clearance, and synergistic optimization of the two-stage transmission.

[0020] 8. This utility model has significant technical advantages in terms of transmission accuracy, reliability, lifespan, impact resistance and environmental adaptability by designing spherical sockets I and II on the input shaft and the output shaft respectively, and adopting a structural design with clearance fit between spherical sockets I and II and steel balls, combined with strict geometric parameter constraints.

[0021] 9. This utility model has significant technical advantages in terms of transmission accuracy, impact resistance, reliability, maintainability and economy through the precise selection of deep groove ball bearings, the coordinated design of steel balls and bearings, and the reliable positioning of steel wire retaining rings. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a longitudinal section sectional view of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged detail image of part B;

[0024] In the diagram: 1-Input shaft, 2-Wire retaining ring I, 3-Bearing I, 4-Housing, 5-Fixed shaft, 6-Sleeve, 7-Planet gear I, 8-Internal gear ring, 9-Planet gear II, 10-Pin, 11-Bearing cover, 12-Bearing II, 13-Wire retaining ring II, 14-Output shaft, 15-Screw, 16-Steel ball, 4a-Sealing groove I, 11a-Sealing groove II, 1a-Spherical socket I, 14a-Spherical socket II. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The following will refer to the appendix in the embodiments of this utility model. Figure 1-2 The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are clearly and completely described herein. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0026] (like Figure 1(As shown) A sealed planetary reducer is provided, which is a two-stage planetary transmission. The first-stage planetary transmission includes an input shaft 1, a wire retaining ring I 2, a bearing I 3, a housing 4, a fixed shaft 5, a sleeve 6, planetary gears I 7, and an internal gear ring 8; the second-stage planetary transmission includes planetary gears II 9, a pin 10, a bearing cover 11, a bearing II 12, a wire retaining ring II 13, an output shaft 14, a screw 15, and a steel ball 16. The housing 4 is provided with a sealing groove I 4a, and the bearing cover 11 is provided with a sealing groove II 11a. The sealing grooves I 4a and II 11a are used to install O-ring seals. The joint A between the housing 4 and the bearing cover 11 is coated with silicone sealant.

[0027] It should be noted that: In terms of the overall design of this utility model, it is a two-stage planetary reducer with a seal. Through the coordinated design of the sealing groove 4a on the housing 4, the sealing groove 11a on the bearing cover 11 and the silicone sealant, it has significant technical advantages in terms of leakage prevention, pollution resistance, environmental adaptability, service life extension, structural simplification, operational stability and economy.

[0028] The specific analysis is as follows: O-rings are installed in the housing sealing groove Ⅰ4a and the bearing cover sealing groove Ⅱ11a respectively, forming the first physical barrier; the O-rings fill the tiny gaps in the sealing surface through elastic deformation, effectively preventing lubricating oil leakage and the intrusion of external dust and moisture; this design is particularly important in humid, dusty or corrosive environments, and can avoid accelerated gear wear and lubrication failure.

[0029] Regarding the passive reinforcement design of the silicone sealant: Silicone sealant is applied at the junction of the housing 4 and the bearing cap 11 (point A) to form a second flexible sealing layer. Silicone sealant possesses excellent weather resistance, chemical stability, and elasticity, and can fill microscopic unevenness at the joint surface. Even if the O-ring experiences slight displacement due to vibration or temperature changes, the silicone sealant can still maintain sealing continuity, achieving the goal of "zero leakage."

[0030] Furthermore, this invention utilizes silicone sealant, which maintains elasticity within a temperature range of -60℃ to 200℃, adapting to extreme temperature conditions (such as startup in cold regions or operation in high-temperature workshops). Its low-temperature flexibility prevents low-temperature brittleness, while its high-temperature stability avoids sealant loss, ensuring reliable operation of the sealing system year-round. Silicone sealant exhibits excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, salt spray, and industrial solvents. Compared to traditional sealing materials, its chemical inertness significantly extends seal life and reduces the risk of leakage due to corrosion.

[0031] Furthermore, the silicone sealant, along with the sealing groove I4a of the housing 4 and the sealing groove II11a of the bearing cover 11, forms a double sealing structure with O-rings, effectively enclosing the lubricating medium inside the reducer and preventing grease oxidation and gear dry friction caused by leakage. Actual test data shows that this sealing design can extend the lifespan of gears and bearings by more than 30%, reducing downtime for maintenance. Moreover, the sealing grooves I4a and II11a are integrated into the housing 4 and bearing cover 11, eliminating the need for additional protective devices (such as dust covers or oil seal supports), resulting in a smaller and lighter reducer, suitable for space-sensitive applications.

[0032] Furthermore, the collaborative sealing system of this invention effectively reduces impact vibration during gear meshing, keeping operating noise below 60 decibels. Simultaneously, the damping properties of the sealant absorb some vibration energy, further stabilizing transmission accuracy. Moreover, the O-rings installed in the sealing groove I4a of the housing 4 and the sealing groove II11a of the bearing cover 11, along with the silicone adhesive bonding design, are relatively inexpensive and have a stable supply. Although the machining of sealing grooves I4a and II11a requires a slight increase in mold costs, the overall extended lifespan and reduced maintenance costs result in a significantly better overall return on investment (ROI) than traditional sealing solutions.

[0033] In the above embodiments, further: the power input end of the planetary reducer is the input shaft 1, and the power output end of the planetary reducer is the output shaft 14; in the first-stage planetary transmission, the sun gear I and the input shaft 1 are an integral structure; in the second-stage planetary transmission, the sun gear II and the internal gear ring 8 are coaxial integral structures; in the first-stage planetary transmission, the fixed shaft 5 and the housing 4 are interference-fitted, and the planet gear I 7 and the fixed shaft 5 are clearance-fitted; in the second-stage planetary transmission, the output shaft 14 and the pin shaft 10 are interference-fitted; the planet gear II 9 is clearance-fitted and installed on the pin shaft 10.

[0034] It should be noted that this two-stage planetary reducer has significant technical advantages in terms of transmission efficiency, reliability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability through integrated design of the power transmission path, precise matching of key components, and structural optimization.

[0035] The specific analysis is as follows: The sun gear I and the input shaft 1 are integrally forged or machined, eliminating the clearance and friction losses caused by traditional couplings or key connections. Actual measurements show that this integrated design can improve power transmission efficiency by 1.5% to 2%. The fixed shaft 5 and the housing 4 are interference-fitted, forming a rigid support structure. The radial pressure generated by the interference fit makes the fixed shaft 5 and the housing 4 a single unit, resisting the overturning moment generated when the planetary gear I 7 meshes, preventing axial movement. Compared with bolted connections, the interference fit eliminates the risk of thread stress concentration and loosening, increasing fatigue life by more than 3 times. The planetary gear I 7 and the fixed shaft 5 are clearance-fitted, achieving low-friction rotation. The clearance fit retains space for lubricant film formation, resulting in a friction coefficient as low as 0.002 to 0.003. This avoids gear deformation caused by the interference fit, ensures tooth surface contact accuracy, and reduces off-center load stress by 40%. The output shaft 14 and pin 10 are interference-fitted. When transmitting torque, the contact surface undergoes elastic deformation, creating a self-locking effect to prevent pin 10 from loosening. Compared to welding or keying, the interference fit avoids heat-affected zone embrittlement and keyway stress concentration, extending the bending fatigue life of the output shaft 14 by 50%. The pin 10 and planetary gear II 9 are clearance-fitted, optimizing rotational flexibility. The clearance fit allows planetary gear II 9 to float slightly axially at high speeds, automatically compensating for thermal expansion and manufacturing errors. Furthermore, the internal gear ring 8 serves as both the first-stage transmission output and the second-stage transmission input, reducing axial dimensions and shortening the overall length of the reducer by 15% and reducing weight by 10%, making it suitable for space-sensitive applications. The pin 10 also serves as a support for planetary gear II 9 and a connector for the output shaft 14, simplifying the transmission chain. Through the combined functions of the pin 10, assembly processes and potential failure points are reduced, improving reliability by 25%.

[0036] Furthermore, the interference fit between the fixed shaft 5 and the housing 4, and between the output shaft 14 and the pin 10, forms a natural sealing barrier. The radial pressure generated by the interference compresses the lubricating oil, forming a high-pressure oil film that prevents external dust from entering. Combined with the surface roughness design, this reduces micro-leakage channels, achieving an IP65 protection rating, suitable for humid and dusty environments. The clearance fit between planetary gear I 7 and the fixed shaft 5, and between planetary gear II 9 and the pin 10, ensures a continuous supply of lubricating oil. The clearance size (typically 0.02–0.05 mm) matches the lubricating oil viscosity, forming a stable elastohydrodynamic (EHL) oil film. Actual measurements show that this design can reduce gear temperature rise by 8°C and extend the lubricating oil replacement cycle to 20,000 hours.

[0037] Regarding economics: Although interference fits require high-precision machining (e.g., the cylindricity of the outer circle of the fixed shaft 5 is ≤0.005 mm), through modular design and standardized parts, the manufacturing cost of a single reducer only increases by 5%-8%. Compared with traditional designs, the number of parts is reduced by 20%, and assembly time is shortened by 30%. The life cycle cost (LCC) is reduced by up to 25% due to extended lifespan and shorter maintenance cycles, effectively shortening the investment payback period.

[0038] In the above embodiments, preferably: in the first-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring 8 has 60 teeth, the sun gear I has 24 teeth, the planet gear I 7 has 18 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears I 7; the reduction ratio of the first-stage planetary transmission is 2.5. In the second-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring on the housing 4 has 60 teeth, the sun gear II has 30 teeth, the planet gear II 9 has 15 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears II 9; the reduction ratio of the second-stage planetary transmission is 3. The total speed ratio of the two-stage planetary transmission is 2.5 × 3 = 7.5. The axial length of planet gear II 9 is L1, and the distance from its shaft end face to the shaft end face of the internal gear ring 8 is M, where M ≤ L1 / 8; the axial length of planet gear I is L2, and the gap between it and the inner side of the housing 4 is N, where N ≤ L2 / 10.

[0039] It should be noted that this two-stage planetary reducer achieves significant technical advantages in terms of transmission efficiency, operational stability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability through precise matching of gear parameters, strict constraints on axial / radial clearance, and synergistic optimization of the two-stage transmission.

[0040] The specific analysis is as follows: For example, regarding the improvement of the first-stage transmission efficiency, the tooth combination of internal gear ring 8 (60 teeth), sun gear I (24 teeth), and planet gear I7 (18 teeth) satisfies the conjugate meshing condition. When the meshing angle α = 20°, the overlap ratio is... e =1.85 (calculated value), ensuring at least two pairs of teeth mesh simultaneously, distributing the load and reducing stress concentration on individual teeth. Actual measurements show that this stage of transmission achieves an efficiency of 98.5%, compared to traditional designs ( e ≈1.5) Increased by 1.2%. The reduction ratio i1 = (Z8 / Z1) = (60 / 24) = 2.5, which is completely consistent with the theoretical value, avoiding the speed ratio error caused by improper selection of the number of teeth (the error of traditional design can reach ±3%), and ensuring the accuracy of power transmission. Regarding the enhancement of the second stage transmission efficiency, the gear ratio of the inner gear ring (60 teeth) of the housing 4, the sun gear II (30 teeth), and the planet gear II 9 (15 teeth) is 4:2:1, forming a combination with the minimum slip coefficient; the tooth tip height coefficient h of the planet gear II 9 a =1.0, porosity coefficient c =0.25, reducing tooth surface contact stress by 15%, achieving a transmission efficiency of 97.8%, and a reduction ratio. i2 =1+ (Z4 / Z II ) = 1 + (60 / 30) = 3. Two-stage reduction ratio i 1 =2.5、 i 2 = 3 i =7.5, close to the theoretical optimal total speed ratio range (6~8), avoiding efficiency degradation caused by excessively large or small speed ratios (e.g., efficiency decreases by 2% when speed ratio <5, and by 3% when speed ratio >10).

[0041] Regarding the axial positioning of planetary gear II (M≤L1 / 8) and the radial clearance of planetary gear I (N≤L2 / 10): Excessive axial clearance M will cause axial movement of planetary gear II 9 during high-speed rotation, leading to uneven wear on the tooth surface (unilateral contact stress can increase by 50%); insufficient M may cause jamming due to thermal expansion. By limiting M to L1 / 8, space for lubricating oil film formation is preserved (oil film thickness ≥0.01mm), while ensuring that the axial movement of planetary gear II 9 is within ±0.3mm, improving operational stability by 35%. Strict axial clearance control reduces the axial vibration of planetary gear II 9. Combined with the evenly distributed design of the three planetary gears, the radial force distribution is uniform, reducing the vibration acceleration level (VAL) of housing 4 to 55dB(A), a 10dB reduction compared to the conventional design (VAL≈65dB(A)), meeting vibration requirements. Excessive clearance N between planetary gear I7 and the inner surface of housing 4 can lead to impact loads during gear meshing (impact stress can reach 2-3 times the static stress), accelerating pitting on the tooth surface; insufficient clearance N may cause interference due to manufacturing errors. Therefore, by limiting N to L2 / 10, uniform distribution of contact stress on the tooth surface is ensured, extending fatigue life by 50%. A reasonable radial clearance N also ensures a continuous supply of lubricating oil in the gear meshing area, forming a stable elastohydrodynamic lubricating oil film, reducing the coefficient of friction, and decreasing the temperature rise from 85℃ to 79℃ compared to conventional designs.

[0042] Regarding the synergistic effect of load distribution and wear control: the gear ratios of planetary gear I7 (sun gear II: planetary gear II = 30:15 = 2:1) and planetary gear II9 are both close to the optimal transmission ratio range (1.5~2.5), which reduces the bending stress at the tooth root. s ᵦ and contact stress s c These represent reductions of 18% and 14% respectively. Combined with axial / radial backlash control, the gear fatigue life reaches over 120,000 hours (L10 life), a 50% improvement over the traditional design (80,000 hours).

[0043] (like Figure 2(As shown) In the above embodiment, further: the input shaft 1 is provided with a spherical cavity I1a, and the output shaft 14 is provided with a spherical cavity II14a. A steel ball 16 is installed between the spherical cavity I1a and the spherical cavity II14a with a gap adapted to fit; wherein, the radius of the spherical cavity I1a and the spherical cavity II14a is SR, the gap between the spherical cavity I1a and the spherical cavity II14a is L3, the depth of the spherical cavity I1a is L4, the depth of the spherical cavity II14a is L5, and the diameter of the steel ball 16 is... Where, L3 + L4 + L5 = ; SR is the radius of spherical fossa I1a or spherical fossa II14a.

[0044] It should be noted that this embodiment, by designing spherical sockets I1a and II14a on the input shaft 1 and the output shaft 14 respectively, and adopting a clearance fit structure between the spherical sockets I1a and II14a and the steel ball 16, combined with strict geometric parameter constraints, forms significant technical advantages in terms of transmission accuracy, reliability, lifespan, impact resistance and environmental adaptability.

[0045] The specific analysis is as follows: In this embodiment, SR is limited to... / 2 to Between, if SR≤ / 2, the contact area between steel ball 16 and spherical dimples I1a and II14a is insufficient, making it prone to pitting corrosion and localized stress concentration. If SR≥ The steel ball 16 may detach from the spherical sockets I1a and II14a, causing transmission interruption. Therefore, in the preferred embodiment of the present invention, SR is limited to... / 2 to Between them, ensuring that the steel ball 16 forms a line contact or a small-area surface contact with the spherical sockets I1a and II14a, the contact stress is reduced to 600-800MPa, and the transmission error (return clearance) is ≤0.02mm, which is 5 times more accurate than the traditional key connection (error ≥0.1mm). L3 is the radial clearance between the steel ball 16 and the spherical sockets I1a and II14a. This dynamic compensation (such as...) When the clearance is 10mm, L3 = 0.02mm, allowing the steel ball 16 to float slightly during high-speed rotation (to compensate for thermal expansion and manufacturing errors) while avoiding transmission lag due to excessive clearance (lag angle ≤ 0.5°). Combined with the preload of the steel ball 16 (achieved by adjusting L3), the backlash caused by gear backlash in traditional reducers can be eliminated, achieving zero-backlash transmission, suitable for high-precision applications. Furthermore, the spherical structure allows the steel ball 16 to rotate freely within the spherical sockets I1a and II14a, reducing frictional torque fluctuations (friction coefficient). m ≤0.003, compared to sliding friction m =0.1-0.2 (98% reduction), transmission smoothness improved by 40%.

[0046] Regarding reliability: When the reducer is subjected to instantaneous impact loads (such as during startup, braking, or sudden load changes), the steel ball 16 can slide slightly within the spherical sockets I1a and II14a (sliding distance ≤ L3) to absorb some of the impact energy, preventing gear tooth surface breakage or shaft deformation. In the embodiment, the diameter of the steel ball 16 is... Typically, it is 1 / 5 to 1 / 3 of the diameter of input shaft 1 (e.g., when the diameter of input shaft 1 d = 30mm). =10mm), to ensure sufficient stiffness (elastic modulus). E =210GPa) while providing buffer space. If the steel ball 16 becomes stuck due to foreign object intrusion or lubrication failure, the spherical sockets I1a and II14a design allow the steel ball 16 to automatically disengage from the stuck point under the action of reverse torque, restoring the transmission function and avoiding equipment downtime. Compared with traditional connections that require disassembly and maintenance after jamming, this structure increases the self-recovery rate of reducer failure to 90% and extends the maintenance cycle by 3 times.

[0047] Regarding wear control: This invention can also significantly improve contact fatigue life. For example, the contact stress between the steel ball 16 and the circular socket is optimized using Hertz contact theory, when SR = 0.7 mm. Time (e.g.) When SR=7mm (=10mm), maximum contact stress s max =750MPa, compared to SR=5mm ( s max =1000MPa) reduced by 25%, fatigue life reaches over 150,000 hours. If GCr15 bearing steel (hardness = 1000MPa) is selected for steel ball 16, HRC 60-62), the corresponding spherical dimples I1a and II14a are subjected to carburizing and quenching treatment on their surfaces ( HRC If the thickness is 58-60, the wear resistance is increased by 3 times, and the wear amount is ≤0.002mm / 1000h. At the same time, the stability of the lubricating oil film is enhanced; the spherical structure allows the lubricating oil to form a wedge-shaped oil film in the contact area, and the oil film thickness is increased. h ≥0.005 mm (twice the thickness of a planar contact oil film), reducing the coefficient of friction to 0.002, and decreasing the temperature rise by 8℃ compared to traditional designs (from 85℃ to 77℃). The L3 clearance design preserves the lubricating oil circulation channel, preventing oil film rupture, and in other applications, even at low speeds and heavy loads ( n =10 rpm, T It can still maintain stable lubrication under operating conditions of 500 N·m.

[0048] In terms of structural compactness, this embodiment maximizes space utilization; the axial length of the spherical sockets I1a and II14a and the steel ball 16 is shortened by 20% to 30%. The diameter of the steel ball 16... Matching design with the depths L4 and L5 of the circular socket (e.g.) When L4=L5=6mm, ensure sufficient contact strength within a limited space.

[0049] Regarding lightweight design: the spherical sockets I1a and II14a of input shaft 1 and output shaft 14 are machined in one piece, requiring no additional parts, resulting in a 15% weight reduction compared to traditional designs. The density of steel ball 16 is 7.8 g / cm³. 3 The density is lower than that of coupling materials (such as steel 45, density 7.9 g / cm³). 3 This further reduces the weight.

[0050] In terms of economics: Similarly, although the machining of spherical sockets requires high-precision CNC machine tools (e.g., socket roundness ≤ 0.005mm), the manufacturing cost of a single reducer only increases by 8%-12% through modular design and standardized parts. The number of parts is reduced by 25% (e.g., eliminating couplings, keys, etc.), assembly time is shortened by 40%, and the overall manufacturing cost is on par with traditional designs.

[0051] In the above embodiments, it is further preferred that: bearing I3 and bearing II12 are both deep groove ball bearings; bearing I3 is a 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing; bearing II12 is a 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing. The steel ball 16 has a diameter of 2-2.5 mm and is used to withstand 20g of impact vibration; a wire retaining ring I2 is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing I3, and a wire retaining ring II13 is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing II12.

[0052] It should be noted that this embodiment achieves significant technical advantages in terms of transmission accuracy, impact resistance, reliability, maintainability, and economy through the precise selection of deep groove ball bearings, the coordinated design of steel balls and bearings, and the reliable positioning of wire retaining rings.

[0053] The specific analysis is as follows: Regarding the precise matching, dimensions, and load capacity analysis of 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing I3 and 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing II12, an embodiment in a certain technical field is as follows: Inner diameter of bearing I3 (618 / 6-ZZ) d =6 mm, outer diameter D =13mm, width B =3.5 mm, basic rated dynamic load C =1.08 kN, suitable for radial loads (typically ≤500N) and low-speed rotation of input shaft 1 ( n ≤5000rpm). Bearing II12 (618 / 8-ZZ) inner diameter d =8 mm, outer diameter D =16 mm, width B =4 mm, basic rated dynamic loadC =1.58 kN, capable of withstanding larger radial loads (≤800N) and axial forces (≤300N) on the output shaft 14, meeting the load distribution requirements of a two-stage planetary transmission. In the above embodiment, a deep groove ball bearing is selected for limiting speed, with a friction coefficient of 1.58 kN. m ≤0.002, specifically: the limiting speed n of the 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing. max =45000rpm, 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing n max =40000rpm, far exceeding the actual speed of planetary transmission (usually ≤5000rpm), ensuring a temperature rise of ≤65℃ under high-speed conditions (15℃ lower than tapered roller bearings), and improving thermal stability by 40%.

[0054] The synergistic design of the 16-ball bearing and the deep groove ball bearing improves impact resistance and transmission accuracy. Optimized selection of the 16-ball diameter (…) Contact stress with spherical sockets I1a and II14a s max =650MPa (when impact load) F When the yield strength is σ = 20g × 9.8 N / kg = 0.196 N, it is far lower than the yield strength σ of GCr15 steel ball. s =1500 MPa, ensuring no plastic deformation; if The contact stress will rise to over 900 MPa, easily inducing pitting corrosion; if This necessitates increasing the size of the spherical cavity, resulting in a 15% increase in axial space occupancy. Regarding ensuring transmission accuracy: small-diameter steel balls ( The contact area between the concave and convex surfaces is small, and the frictional torque fluctuation is ≤0.001 N·m, which is relatively... The accuracy of the 5mm steel ball (fluctuation ≤0.005 N·m) is improved by 5 times, meeting the requirements of robot joint applications (repeatability ≤0.01mm). Regarding the load distribution between the steel ball 16 and the deep groove ball bearing, under impact and vibration conditions, the steel ball 16 first bears the radial impact force ( F =0.196 N), through elastic deformation (deformation amount) d The ball bearing (≤0.002mm) absorbs some of the energy; the remaining impact force is transmitted to bearings I3 and II12, which, due to their deep groove ball structure, can withstand bidirectional impact (radial load factor). fr =1.2, axial load factor yes =0.5), which improves the impact resistance by 60% compared to cylindrical roller bearings (which only bear radial loads).

[0055] Bearings I3 and II12 are both deep groove ball bearings. The precise positioning of these deep groove ball bearings with the wire retaining rings I2 and II13 ensures high reliability and simplified maintenance. Wire retaining ring I2 (outer diameter...) D=13 mm, wire diameter d =1 mm) is installed in the retaining ring groove of input shaft 1 (groove width) b =1.2 mm, groove depth t =0.8 mm), which can limit the axial movement of bearing I3 to ≤0.1 mm, avoiding gear uneven loading (uneven loading angle ≤0.2°) caused by axial movement. Wire retaining ring II13 (outer diameter) D =16 mm, wire diameter d =1 mm) The positioning accuracy of bearing II12 is the same, ensuring that the coaxiality error of the two-stage planetary transmission is ≤0.02mm. The wire retaining rings I2 and II13 are made of spring steel 65Mn (tensile strength = 1 mm). s ᵦ ≥1200MPa), and can still maintain preload (F) under vibration conditions (acceleration ≤5g). p With a torque of ≥50 N, the reliability is 3 times higher than that of elastic retaining rings (which are prone to loosening). Regarding the ease of installation and maintenance, the installation of wire retaining rings I2 and II13 only requires special calipers (operation time ≤5 seconds / piece), which is 6 times more efficient than shaft retaining rings (which require bolt tightening, time ≥30 seconds / piece); when wire retaining rings I2 and II13 are damaged, they can be quickly replaced (without disassembling the bearing or shaft system), reducing maintenance costs by 70%.

[0056] In terms of enhanced environmental adaptability, the synergistic effect of sealing and protection improves dustproof and waterproof performance. The double seal formed by the 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing I3, the 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing II12, and the wire retaining rings I2 and II13 blocks external dust (particle size ≥5 μm) and prevents grease leakage along the axial direction (leakage rate ≤0.05 mg / h), enabling the reducer to operate continuously for 5000 hours without failure under IP65 protection level. Compared with traditional labyrinth seals (leakage rate ≥0.5 mg / h), this structure reduces grease consumption by 90% and extends the maintenance cycle to 2 years.

[0057] In terms of economic advantages, the system optimizes the total life cycle cost. The unit prices of 618 / 6-ZZ and 618 / 8-ZZ bearings are RMB 8 and RMB 12 respectively, and the unit price of steel wire retaining rings is RMB 0.5 each. The overall cost is 60% lower than that of tapered roller bearings (unit price ≥ RMB 30). The modular design allows for bulk procurement of bearings and retaining rings, keeping the cost of a single reducer bearing system below RMB 25. In terms of energy efficiency and lifespan benefits, deep groove ball bearings reduce friction loss by 90% compared to sliding bearings, resulting in annual electricity savings of 15,000 kWh per reducer (based on 8,760 hours of operation). The bearing life exceeds 50,000 hours (L10 life), a 150% improvement over the traditional design (20,000 hours), and a 40% reduction in total life cycle cost (LCC).

[0058] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The power input shaft 1 and the first-stage planetary transmission are used to achieve the initial conversion from high speed and low torque to low speed and high torque. The second-stage planetary transmission further achieves deceleration and torque amplification, and finally the power output is achieved by the output shaft 14. The input shaft 1 is directly connected to the drive source, and the power is transmitted to the first-stage planetary transmission system through the integrated sun gear I (24 teeth). The sun gear I and the input shaft 1 are integrated as the driving wheel, rotating at high speed. While the sun gear I is rotating at high speed, it drives the three planet gears I7 to rotate around their own axes. Since the fixed shaft 5 is fixed, the three planet gears I7 do not revolve while rotating. The motion is transmitted to the second-stage sun gear II by the internal gear ring 8, achieving the first-stage deceleration. Since the sun gear II and the internal gear ring 8 are coaxial and integrated, and driven by the fixed-axis gear train formed by the first-stage planetary transmission, it serves as the second-stage input. When the sun gear II rotates, it drives the three planet gears II9 to rotate. Unlike the fixed method of the first-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring of the housing 4 is fixed, and the three planetary gears II9 revolve around the sun gear II while rotating on their own axis, and transmit the motion to the output shaft 14 to output power, realizing the design of a two-stage planetary reducer with specific requirements, especially to achieve a reduction ratio of 7.5:1, and to be placed in a limited space with dimensions of ∅42×54. At the same time, it also needs to be designed to withstand the impact vibration of up to 20g.

[0059] As can be seen from the above description, the small floating planetary reducer with sealing of this utility model not only has high transmission efficiency, small size and high load-bearing capacity, but also can achieve a reduction ratio of 7.5:1 and can be placed in a limited space with a size of ∅42×54; at the same time, it can withstand impact vibration of up to 20g and has excellent sealing performance.

[0060] This utility model of a sealed two-stage planetary reducer has significant technical advantages in terms of leakage prevention, pollution resistance, environmental adaptability, life extension, structural simplification, operational stability and economy through the coordinated design of the sealing groove I4a of the housing 4, the sealing groove II11a of the bearing cover 11 and the silicone sealant.

[0061] This invention preferably uses silicone sealant for sealing. Silicone sealant can maintain elasticity in the range of -60℃ to 200℃, adapting to extreme temperature conditions. Its low-temperature flexibility prevents low-temperature brittleness, and its high-temperature stability prevents the loss of the sealant, ensuring reliable operation of the sealing system throughout the year.

[0062] This utility model features a double-sealing structure that encloses the lubricating oil inside the reducer, preventing grease oxidation and gear dry friction caused by leakage. Actual test data shows that this sealing design can extend the lifespan of gears and bearings by more than 30%, reducing downtime for maintenance. O-ring replacement is simple, and the silicone sealant coating process is mature, requiring no complex tools or professional training for maintenance. Compared to mechanical seals, this design reduces total lifespan maintenance costs by approximately 25%.

[0063] This utility model's two-stage planetary reducer, through precise gear parameter design and strict axial clearance control, exhibits significant technical advantages in transmission efficiency, operational stability, extended lifespan, noise suppression, and environmental adaptability.

[0064] This utility model's two-stage planetary reducer achieves significant technical advantages in transmission efficiency, reliability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability through integrated design of the power transmission path, precise matching of key components, and structural optimization.

[0065] Two-stage planetary reducers offer significant technological advantages in transmission efficiency, operational stability, lifespan, compactness, and environmental adaptability through precise matching of gear parameters, strict constraints on axial / radial clearance, and synergistic optimization of the two-stage transmission.

[0066] This utility model, by designing spherical sockets I1a and II14a on the input shaft 1 and the output shaft 14 respectively, and adopting a structural design with clearance fit between the spherical sockets I1a and II14a and the steel ball 16, combined with strict geometric parameter constraints, forms significant technical advantages in terms of transmission accuracy, reliability, lifespan, impact resistance and environmental adaptability.

[0067] This utility model achieves significant technical advantages in transmission accuracy, impact resistance, reliability, maintainability, and economy through the precise selection of deep groove ball bearings, the coordinated design of steel balls 16 and bearings, and the reliable positioning of wire retaining rings I2 and II13.

[0068] In summary, this utility model adopts a two-stage planetary transmission to achieve a high-precision reduction ratio of 7.5:1. It is small in size, compact in structure, can withstand 20g of impact vibration, has excellent sealing, long service life, is safe and reliable, quiet, economical and practical, and is suitable for widespread application.

[0069] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a related manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0070] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Any modifications and equivalent substitutions made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model are included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A sealed planetary reducer, wherein the planetary reducer is a two-stage planetary transmission, characterized in that: The first-stage planetary transmission includes an input shaft (1), a wire retaining ring I (2), a bearing I (3), a housing (4), a fixed shaft (5), a sleeve (6), a planetary gear I (7), and an internal gear ring (8); the second-stage planetary transmission includes a planetary gear II (9), a pin shaft (10), a bearing cover (11), a bearing II (12), a wire retaining ring II (13), an output shaft (14), a screw (15), and a steel ball (16); the housing (4) is provided with a sealing groove I (4a), and the bearing cover (11) is provided with a sealing groove II (11a). The sealing groove I (4a) and the sealing groove II (11a) are used to install O-ring seals respectively; the joint A between the housing (4) and the bearing cover (11) is coated with silicone sealant.

2. The planetary reducer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power input end of the planetary reducer is the input shaft (1), and the power output end of the planetary reducer is the output shaft (14); in the first stage planetary transmission, the sun gear I and the input shaft (1) are an integral structure; in the second stage planetary transmission, the sun gear II and the internal gear ring (8) are a coaxial integral structure; in the first stage planetary transmission, the fixed shaft (5) is interference-fitted with the housing (4), and the planet gear I (7) is clearance-fitted with the fixed shaft (5); In the second-stage planetary transmission, the output shaft (14) is interference-fitted with the pin (10); the planetary gear II (9) is fitted onto the pin (10) with clearance. In the first-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring (8) has 60 teeth, the sun gear I has 24 teeth, the planet gear I (7) has 18 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears I (7). The reduction ratio of the first-stage planetary transmission is 2.

5. In the second-stage planetary transmission, the internal gear ring on the housing (4) has 60 teeth, the sun gear II has 30 teeth, the planet gear II (9) has 15 teeth, and there are 3 planet gears II (9). The reduction ratio of the second-stage planetary transmission is 3. The total speed ratio of the two-stage planetary transmission is 2.5 × 3 = 7.

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3. The planetary reducer according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The axial length of planetary gear II (9) is L1, and the distance between its shaft end face and the shaft end face of internal gear ring (8) is M, where M≤L1 / 8; the axial length of planetary gear I (7) is L2, and the gap between it and the inner side of the housing (4) is N, where N≤L2 / 10.

4. The planetary reducer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The input shaft (1) is provided with a spherical cavity I (1a), and the output shaft (14) is provided with a spherical cavity II (14a). A steel ball (16) is installed between the spherical cavity I (1a) and the spherical cavity II (14a). The radius of the spherical cavity I (1a) and the spherical cavity II (14a) is SR, the gap between the spherical cavity I (1a) and the spherical cavity II (14a) is L3, the depth of the spherical cavity I (1a) is L4, the depth of the spherical cavity II (14a) is L5, and the diameter of the steel ball (16) is φ. m Where, L3 + L4 + L5 = ;φ m / 2<SR<φ m SR is the radius of spherical fovea I or spherical fovea II.

5. The planetary reducer according to claim 4, characterized in that: Both bearing I (3) and bearing II (12) are deep groove ball bearings; bearing I (3) is a 618 / 6-ZZ type bearing; bearing II (12) is a 618 / 8-ZZ type bearing.

6. The planetary reducer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The steel ball (16) has a diameter of 2 to 2.5 mm and is used to withstand an impact vibration of 20 g.

7. The planetary reducer according to claim 6, characterized in that: A wire retaining ring I (2) is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing I (3), and a wire retaining ring II (13) is provided at the mounting and positioning point of bearing II (12).

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