Product Details
The AEX series helical gearbox units are a modern range of high-performance industrial gearboxes designed for reliability, efficiency, and versatility across diverse applications. With over 22,000 units successfully operating in the field, the AEX series is widely trusted for extrusion and heavy-duty machinery.
Built with a modular two-stage helical design, these gearboxes deliver smooth, consistent performance and are engineered to withstand demanding industrial conditions, ensuring durability, precision, and long service life.
Key Features of AEX Series
The AEX series is engineered for durability, efficiency, and industrial workload resilience:
- Designed to handle high axial and radial loads with reliable performance
- Spherical roller thrust bearing system to manage reverse thrust generated during extrusion
- Optional external lubrication (FLS) for enhanced service life
- Helical gear pairs with ground profile for smooth operation
- Robust construction for long service life and easy maintenance
- High transmission efficiency to reduce energy consumption
- Excellent heat dissipation for stable thermal performance
- Universal mounting position available for flexible installation
Technical Specifications
The AEX gear units are configured to meet a wide range of industrial power requirements:
- Number of stages available in double and triple configurations
- Reduction ratio ranges from 6:1 to 90:1
- Power capacity from 2 HP to 250 HP
- Output shaft options in hollow (K/W or Spline)
- Input shaft available in solid or hollow as per motor requirements
Applications
The AEX series helical gearboxes are ideal for high torque, continuous duty industrial environments:
- Rubber Industry: Rubber extrusion, compounding, and profile lines
- Chemical Industry: Agitators, reactors, and processing lines
- Textile Industry: Spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing machines
- Food Industry: Conveyors, extruder lines, packaging, and processing machines
- Pharma Industry: Mixer systems, tablet presses, material feeders
- Material Handling Systems: Conveyor drives, bucket elevators, screw conveyors
Frequently Asked Questions
AEX units are designed with high load capacity and smooth torque transmission, making them suitable for plastic and rubber extruder gearboxes where consistent pressure and motion are required.
Yes, the spherical roller thrust bearing system effectively absorbs axial thrust generated during single‑screw and twin‑screw extrusion processes.
Yes, helical gear design ensures smooth meshing with reduced friction, resulting in higher transmission efficiency and lower operating costs.
They are widely used in plastic, rubber, chemical, textile, food, pharma, and material handling industries for applications requiring robust torque and quiet operation.
Yes, optional FLS external lubrication systems can be provided to ensure consistent lubrication and extended gearbox life.