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The external gear type horizontal rotary drive unit, also commonly referred to as "rotary reducer" or "rotary gearbox", is an electromechanical actuating module that integrates the "external gear rotary bearing" with the "horizontal-mounted drive motor and reducer". Its core feature is:

Output axis is vertical: The output flange of the device rotates around a vertical axis.

Gear type is external teeth: The outer ring of the rotary bearing has external gears.

Drive direction is horizontal: The axis of the power input (motor) is parallel to or in a horizontal direction to the output axis, and power is transmitted to the small gear through a right-angle transmission (usually a worm gear or bevel gear). 

Product Description

Core Advantages

Strong Self-Locking Performance

When using worm gears, this is its most prominent feature. The worm gear transmission naturally has one-way self-locking property. When the motor stops, the output flange can reliably lock at the current position, capable of withstanding huge static loads without the need for additional brakes, with a high safety factor.

Compact & Flexible Layout

The horizontal motor layout does not occupy the vertical space above the equipment, making the overall design more flat. The motor can be installed sideways, facilitating layout in space-constrained environments.

Large Reduction Ratio

A single stage of worm gears can achieve a significant reduction ratio (typically from 5:1 to 100:1), thereby providing extremely high output torque within a compact volume.

Modular Integration

Users do not need to design the drive and support systems separately. They only need to fix the device as a whole, connect the power supply and control lines, reducing R&D and assembly complexity.

High Cost-Effectiveness

As a standardized and mass-produced industrial module, it delivers highly competitive performance for its cost, optimizing total system expenditures.

Technical Characteristics

Horizontal Slewing Drives Technical Parameters
Data Model Output Torque (kN.m) Tilting Moment (kN.m) Holding Torque (kN.m) Static Axial Load (kN) Static Radial Load (kN) Dynamic Axial Load (kN) Dynamic Radial Load (kN) Gear Ratio Tracking Precision Weight (kg)
WSP07 1.45 13.5 10.4 133 53 32 28 73:1 ≤ 0.2° 29
WSP09 8 35.6 28.7 578 215 136 115 62:1 ≤ 0.15° 48.5
WSP12 9.5 57 43 760 280 190 148 78:1 ≤ 0.15° 65
WSP14 10.8 71.2 48 960 360 230 200 86:1 ≤ 0.13° 74
WSP17 12.96 142.4 72.3 1166 435 280 231 104:1 ≤ 0.1° 96
WSP19 18.2 196 86.7 1800 675 290 250 93:1 ≤ 0.1° 128
WSP21 16.5 203 105.8 1598 640 385 335 90:1 ≤ 0.1° 172
WSP25 20.8 310 158.3 2360 945 590 470 104:1 ≤ 0.1° 197
WSP14-2 16.2 71.2 72 960 360 230 200 86:1 ≤ 0.13° 92
WSP17-2 19.26 142.4 122.9 1166 435 280 231 104:1 ≤ 0.1° 121
WSP21-2 24.8 203 105.8 1598 640 385 335 90:1 ≤ 0.1° 187

Typical Application Scenarios

Solar Photovoltaic Tracking System Controls the pitch or azimuth rotation of solar panels, with self-locking function to resist strong winds.
Construction Machinery Small crane boom rotation, concrete pump truck leg rotation, aerial work platform rotation.
Material Handling Warehouse rotating shelves, rotating platforms on automated production lines, mixers.
Infrastructure Stage rotating devices, rotating gates, radar antennas (small and medium-sized).
Agricultural Machinery Irrigation spray gun rotation drive, grain storage rotation and grain discharge of harvesters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main advantage of a Horizontal Slewing Drive?

The most prominent feature is its strong self-locking performance (when using worm gears). This enables the output flange to lock reliably at its current position when the motor stops, handling massive static loads without extra brake systems.

How does the modular integration design benefit system installation?

Modular integration means users do not need to design drive and support systems separately. Simply mounting the integrated device and connecting power/control lines drastically simplifies R&D and assembly.

What tracking precision can these slewing drives achieve?

Depending on the WSP model selection, the tracking precision ranges from ≤0.2° (on smaller models like WSP07) down to a highly precise ≤0.1° (on larger models like WSP25).

Are these drives suitable for high-wind solar tracking systems?

Yes, because of their strong holding torque (up to 158.3 kN.m) and natural self-locking worm gears, they are highly capable of resisting strong wind loads in solar photovoltaic tracking systems.

How does a horizontal layout save installation space?

The horizontal layout positions the motor parallel to the mounting surface, saving critical vertical overhead space. The motor can also be mounted sideways, offering flexibility in tight or low-profile configurations.

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