Episode 1: AC vs DC Gearmotor Applications
Learn why AC gearmotors are selected for some applications and DC gearmotors for others. In Episode 1, Bodine Electric explains what gearmotors are and what kinds of machinery use them. We then proceed to describe some basic reasons why some applications are powered by AC and some are powered by DC, and how that influences the machine designer's selection of the best gearmotor for the machine.
Episode 3 - Gear Reducers Turn Power into Torque & Speed
Episode 4 - Tips for Searching for Gearmotors on Website
Episode 5 - Right Angle or Parallel Shaft Gearmotor
Episode 6 - Choosing Gearmotors for Harsh Environments
Bodine Electric carries over 1500 standard AC, DC and brushless DC gearmotors, motors and speed controls. Explore our complete line by speed, torque and horsepower to find the right gearmotor for your application.
We have over 120 years of experience helping our customers solve technical problems. Get practical engineering tips on topics ranging from the proper way to specify a gearmotor for your application to deep dives into how gearmotors work from our extensive gearmotor knowledge base.
Take a look at some real-world examples of how we helped drive our customer’s success. Learn how we helped manufacturers from industries as diverse as packaging, chemical processing and medical equipment with their unique designs.