Small Motor Articles

Right angle worm gear motors are a common choice as a great solution for many applications. They provide great value with high gear reduction and compact size. The gear train consists of a worm and gear arrangement where the gear is directly connected to an output shaft, or with the gear driving additional stages for…
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We maintain a staff of degreed engineers with decades of experience in electric motor applications at Power Electric. As such, we collaborate with you to design the motor or gear motor that best meets your technical and quality requirements in the most cost-effective manner possible. Having Power Electric’s deep knowledge and application engineering staff on…
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Plastic planetary gear motors can provide a wide range of gear reduction ratios in a compact package, combining high strength, low noise, and great value. They have one or more stages of gear reduction, all in line with the motor shaft with gears made of plastic. The outer body or casing can also be made…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Power Electric Introduces Customized Hypoid Right Angle Gear Motors Plymouth, Minnesota – November 2, 2016 Power Electric has developed a new right angle gear motor with hypoid gears in an all-in-one compact size. The hypoid gears bring distinct heavy load bearing capabilities and provide extremely efficient operation. This right angle gear motor…
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We’re discussing the benefits of choosing a brushless motor (BLDC) over traditional brushed motors and how one versus the other works in the HVAC industry. Talk with our team about the solution that’s right for your application. Advantages of BLDC motors (vs brush dc motors) Higher power density Better heat dissipation Longer life, only wear…
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The Basics Power Electric provides cost-effective and globally-sourced motor solutions for detention center security doors. These security doors provide safety, security and control for those who work and reside in these environments. Electric security doors must be equipped with gear motors designed to fit in restrictive spacing, provide consistent power and speed necessary in case…
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  Electric Door Locks have come a long way in the world of security. More and more residential homes and commercial buildings are incorporating this historically commercial building level of security and with that comes a different price point structure. Power Electric has been working with electric door lock companies for decades to develop durable,…
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We mean it when we say we offer proven consistency, quality and expertise in motor, gear motor and gearing design and engineering. This is done purposefully with contracted small motor suppliers across the globe through a vetting process established to uphold our high quality standards in the products we sell. Each contracted manufacturer is required…
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Power Electric employees gathered what seems like thousands of crayons and pencils plus everything else a student needs to get the school year started off right. We chose an elementary school in our metro area and will deliver in time for school starting. “Our employees are fabulous charitable giving stewards of our community,” said President…
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The OEM is an automatic door opener manufacturer. Automatic doors add customer convenience, security and improved traffic flow to commercial and industrial applications. The Challenge Motor purchased from one manufacturer, gear box manufactured by another When motor and gear box were assembled, the resulting quality issues had fingers pointing in all directions Quality issues Seems…
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