> I just came up with a good idea. I have been searching for a low > cost planetary
> drive for a 1/2 or 1/4 scale model VTOL for proof of concept. I > found it. All > truck engine starters are planetary. 8Kw is about 10 HP. Truck > junkyard is the
> place to go.
> > Paul Lamar

Smashing Paul!! Any idea on an approximate ratio?

I've got another application that I could use on of these on..
On my Cnc the spindle turns up to 18kpm..  I'd like to be able
to cut steel but need to slow it down between 5 or  8 :1
It'd still need a spindle [bearings etc] on the bottom end but this would take
care of the reduction!

I'll have to do some more research!

Jarrett

My guess is close to 3:1

Paul Lamar