Worm Gearbox for Belt Conveyor Systems

Belt conveyors are the circulatory system of Australia’s mining and bulk-materials industry, moving millions of tonnes of coal, iron ore, grain, and mineral aggregate every year. Behind every reliably running conveyor is a precisely selected drive unit — and the 웜 기어박스 has earned its dominant position through a combination of self-locking geometry, compact right-angle output, and robust high-torque delivery.

The self-locking characteristic is particularly critical on inclined conveyors: when power is removed, the irreversible worm geometry prevents the loaded belt from reversing under gravity. This eliminates the need for a separate backstop or motorised brake on many installations, simplifying the mechanical design and reducing maintenance exposure.

Standard NMRV and NRV series aluminium or ductile-iron worm gearboxes are available in frames from 025 to 150, providing output torques from 2.6 N·m up to 4,200 N·m and reduction ratios from 5:1 to 100:1 in a single compact stage. Two-stage tandem configurations extend this to 3,600:1.

산업 분야별 적용 사례 및 활용 사례

In a typical belt conveyor drive arrangement, the 웜 기어박스 sits between the electric motor and the conveyor head drum. Key application points include:

  • Head-end drive units on horizontal conveyors — steady torque, self-lock on stop
  • Inclined conveyor drives — self-locking prevents roll-back under loaded belt weight
  • Take-up winch drives — precise low-speed tension control on counterweight systems
  • Belt weigh feeder drives — accurate, vibration-free low-speed output

Materials: Worm shaft in surface-hardened alloy steel 20CrMnTi (HRC 58–62). Worm wheel in centrifugally cast phosphor bronze. Housing in ductile iron GGG40 with IP65 dust-and-jet-water sealing.

Working principle: The helical worm thread engages the bronze wheel teeth at 90°. Back-driving from the wheel side is geometrically prevented when the lead angle is below the friction angle — this is the self-locking mechanism at the heart of safe conveyor operation.

Worm Gearbox for Belt Conveyor Systems application

기술 사양 및 선택 가이드

아래 표를 사용하여 적절한 모델을 선택하십시오. 주요 매개변수에는 감속비, 출력 토크, 축 치수 및 하우징 재질이 포함됩니다. 항상 올바른 값을 적용하십시오. 서비스 팩터(SF) 사용률에 따라 다릅니다.

매개변수 일반적인 범위/값 선택 참고 사항
비율 5:1 – 100:1 (single-stage) Two-stage tandem available up to 3,600:1
출력 토크 2.6 – 4,200 N·m Dependent on frame size 025–150
입력축 직경 11 – 42 mm IEC 60034 standard flange sizes B5/B14
출력축 직경 14 – 50 mm (solid) Hollow bore available from frame 030 up
주택 자재 Aluminium alloy / Ductile iron GGG40 Stainless steel 316 available on request
장착 유형 Foot / Flange / Shaft-mounted All standard orientations F1–F8
보호 등급 IP65 standard; IP66 / IP69K optional Specify at order for outdoor / washdown duty

서비스 팩터(SF): Uniform load SF=1.0  |  Moderate shock SF=1.25–1.5  |  Heavy shock / 24 h continuous SF=1.75–2.0

주변 온도: Standard units rated –10°C to +40°C. Australian high-ambient sites (>45°C) require high-temperature lubricant and 15% thermal derating.

NMRV NRV 웜 기어박스

NMRV/NRV 시리즈 웜 기어박스

Available in frame sizes 025 through 150. Single-stage reduction ratios 5:1 to 100:1. Output torque up to 4,200 N·m. Aluminium or ductile iron housing. IEC B5/B14 motor flange. IP65 standard, IP66/IP67 optional. Synthetic or mineral oil lubrication.

규정 준수 및 품질 기준

✓ ISO 9001:2015
품질경영시스템 인증을 획득했습니다. 모든 제품은 문서화된 품질경영시스템(QMS)에 따라 제조 및 검사되며, 완벽한 추적성을 보장합니다.
✓ CE Certification
EU 기계류 지침에 따라 CE 마크를 획득했습니다. 호주 및 뉴질랜드 엔지니어링 프로젝트에서 널리 사용되고 있습니다.
IEC 60034 모터 인터페이스
IEC 표준 플랜지 및 샤프트 치수. 모든 주요 모터 브랜드와 직접 장착이 가능합니다.
✓ IP65 / IP66 Protection
방진 및 고압 분사 방수 기능. 호주 옥외 설치 표준.

사례 연구

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Case Study 1 — Open-Cut Coal Mine, Hunter Valley NSW

채광
Inclined Belt Conveyor

고객 불편 사항: A coal mine was experiencing rollback on a 15° inclined conveyor each time the belt tripped under overload. The mechanical backstop failed twice in six months, causing 18 hours of downtime per incident.

해결책: NMRV-110 worm gearboxes (ratio 60:1, ductile iron, IP65) were installed on both drive stations. The inherent self-locking eliminated the need for the external backstop entirely.

결과: Zero rollback incidents over 14 months. Annual maintenance cost reduced by 35%. The mine standardised the same model across three further inclined conveyors on site.

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Case Study 2 — Mineral Processing Plant, Western Australia

채광
Horizontal Ore Conveyor

고객 불편 사항: A WA iron ore processor needed to replace an ageing helical gearbox generating 74 dB(A) of gear noise, with oil changes every 1,500 hours due to worn lip seals.

해결책: NRV series worm gearbox (ratio 40:1, 1,800 N·m) with upgraded FKM double-lip seals and synthetic PAO gear oil.

결과: Operating noise reduced to 61 dB(A). Oil change interval extended to 5,000 hours. Zero seal leaks during two 12-month inspection cycles.

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Case Study 3 — Grain Handling Terminal, Port of Geraldton WA

Bulk Handling
Belt Weigh Feeder

고객 불편 사항: A grain terminal’s weigh feeder was overspeeding by up to 8%, causing inaccurate throughput measurement and regulatory compliance issues.

해결책: NMRV-063 worm gearboxes (ratio 80:1) replaced the helical-bevel units. Smooth, low-backlash output eliminated speed hunting corrupting the load cell signal.

결과: Throughput accuracy improved to within 0.3% of certified scale. Port authority compliance reinstated within one week.

웜 기어박스 제품군

NMRV / NRV series worm gearboxes — frame sizes 025 to 150, manufactured to ISO 9001:2015

왜 저희를 선택해야 할까요?

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20년 이상의 제조 경력
2003년부터 ISO 인증을 받은 생산 시설을 보유하고 있으며, 웜 기어박스를 60개국 이상에 수출하고 있습니다.

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원격 기술 지원
호주 시간대를 초월한 화상 통화 진단. 현장 방문 없이 신속한 대응.

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OEM/ODM 맞춤 제작
비표준 샤프트, 중공 내경, 맞춤형 플랜지 및 비율. 전체 도면 검토 가능.

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공장 직판 가격
유통 마진 없음. 투명한 대량 구매 가격으로 반복 주문 시 상당한 할인 혜택 제공

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재고 보유 및 빠른 배송
표준 NMRV/NRV 프레임은 창고 재고로 보유하고 있습니다. 긴급 주문은 특급 배송으로 처리됩니다.

자주 묻는 질문

▼ What is the difference between NMRV and NRV worm gearboxes for conveyor applications?
NMRV units feature an aluminium alloy housing — lighter and suited to lighter-duty or indoor drives. NRV units use cast iron — greater rigidity and thermal mass, preferred for continuous heavy-load mining conveyors. Both share identical internal geometry and are interchangeable in mounting footprint within the same frame size.
▼ How do I calculate the required reduction ratio for my belt conveyor?
Required ratio = Motor RPM ÷ Required drum RPM. Drum RPM = (Belt speed m/s × 60) ÷ (π × drum diameter m). For example, 1.5 m/s belt on a 400 mm drum needs 71.6 RPM. With a 1,400 RPM motor, required ratio is 19.6:1 — select 20:1 or 25:1. Contact our engineering team for a free calculation.
▼ Does a worm gearbox on an inclined conveyor require a separate anti-rollback device?
For inclinations up to approximately 20° and loads within the rated self-locking torque, worm geometry alone provides sufficient anti-rollback protection. Above 20° inclination or for very high-inertia belt loads, a supplementary backstop or brake is recommended as safety redundancy.
▼ What IP protection rating should I specify for a mine-site belt conveyor gearbox?
IP65 is the minimum for all open mine-site conveyor applications. For conveyors near water sprays, dewatering areas, or underground wet zones, specify IP66 or IP67. Our standard NMRV/NRV range is IP65 as standard, with IP66 and IP67 available as factory options.
▼ What lubricant is recommended for worm gearboxes on mining conveyors in hot Australian climates?
Standard mineral ISO VG 220–460 is suitable for ambient temperatures up to 35°C. For outback sites regularly exceeding 40°C, synthetic PAO ISO VG 320 is recommended — it reduces internal operating temperature by 8–12°C and extends the oil change interval from 2,000 hours to 5,000+ hours.
▼ Can worm gearboxes be used for reversing conveyor applications?
Yes — worm gearboxes can be driven in both directions at the same rated torque. The self-locking feature applies in both directions. For applications requiring free coasting in reverse, a low-lead-angle (non-self-locking) ratio must be specifically selected. Consult our technical team to confirm self-locking status for your chosen ratio.

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