NEUGART PLE Operating Manual

Economy/precision/application-specific gearboxes
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Operating Manual Gearbox
• Economy gearboxes
• Precision gearboxes
• Application-specific gearboxes
PLE
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PLQE
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PLPE
WPLE
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WPLQE
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PSBN
PSN
WPLN
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WPSFN
NGV
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PLHE
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WPLPE
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WPLHE
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PLN
PSFN
PLFN
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WGN
PLFE
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PFHE
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WPLFE
DSS No.
DSS-Rev.
Date
100225283
012
12.07.2023

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual Gearbox • Economy gearboxes • Precision gearboxes • Application-specific gearboxes PLQE PLPE PLHE PLFE PFHE WPLE WPLQE WPLPE WPLHE WPLFE PSBN PSFN PLFN WPLN WPSFN DSS No. 100225283 DSS-Rev. Date 12.07.2023...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Manual Gearbox Contents Contents 1 General notes Personnel qualification Description of the gearbox Intended use Reasonably foreseeable misuse Warnings Contents and use of the operating manual Further applicable documents 2 Description of the gearbox Nameplate 2.1.1 Nameplate with data matrix code 2.1.2 Nameplate with serial number Lubrication with low temperature lubricant...
  • Page 3 Operating Manual Gearbox Overview of revisions Overview of revisions Revision Chapter Reason for revision Revised by...
  • Page 4: General Notes

    Operating Manual Gearbox General notes General Information Personnel qualification In particular, mounting, commissioning, operation, maintenance and disposal of the gearbox require qualified specialists who, due to their training, knowledge and ex- perience in the field of mechanics and drive technology, are able to assess the work assigned to them, recognize possible hazards, particularly misuse, and take suitable preventive and protective measures.
  • Page 5: Intended Use

    Operating Manual Gearbox General notes Designated use The gearbox is intended exclusively for converting or transmitting torques, speeds and for absorbing radial or axial loads in accordance with its technical specifications. The gearbox may only be used for commercial and industrial reutilization. Reasonably foreseeable misuse Among other things, do not operate the gearbox in the following way: •...
  • Page 6: Contents And Use Of The Operating Manual

    Operating Manual Gearbox General notes Content and use of the operating manual This operating manual describes the conditions that must be met to ensure that the gearbox can be started up properly without adversely affecting the safety and health of persons. In addition, it contains specifications for all life phases of the gearbox. The operating manual is only complete when with the further applicable documents.
  • Page 7: Description Of The Gearbox

    2.1.1 and 2.1.2. 2.1.1 Nameplate with data matrix code The following figure shows, by way of example. the nameplate of a PLE series planetary gearbox with a data matrix code. The data matrix code links to the Online Service, where more detailed product information can be accessed.
  • Page 8: Nameplate With Serial Number

    PSN series with serial number: Art− No. 123456789 F− No. 2170569 −1 − 002 PSN090-005-SFSA3AD-Z14 /30/80/100/B5/M6 Made in Germany 06/2016 www.neugart.com 1 Article number 2 Serial number 3 Product code (2 lines) 4 Production date: Month / year...
  • Page 9: Storage And Transport

    Operating Manual Gearbox Storage and transport Storage and transport Storage Caution! Gefahr Improper storage can damage the gearbox. This can lead to premature aging of the lubricant and sealing elements, which can greatly reduce or shorten their service life or sealing effect. •...
  • Page 10: Mounting

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting Mounting Caution! Gefahr A damaged gearbox may no longer meet its technical specifications. • The gearbox must not show any mechanical damage, corrosion, or lubricant leakage. • The sealing elements must be protected from compressed air and aggressive cleaning agents.
  • Page 11: Attaching The Motor

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting 1 Clamping System 2 Drive flange 3 Gearbox housing 4.1.1 Attaching the motor Warning! Gefahr Due to its weight, incorrect mounting or in the event of unacceptable deviation from radial run-out and axial run-out tolerances., the motor can cause a gear compo- nent or a connecting element to break.
  • Page 12: Attaching The Motor Shaft With A Clamping System

    The clamping screw has specific characteristics. The use of a clamping screw other than the original screw can lead to failure of the clamping connection. • Use only the original screw. • Use only a replacement part provided by Neugart.
  • Page 13: Determining The Radial Run-Out, Axial Run-Out And Coaxiality Tolerance Of The Motor

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting 4.1.3 Determining the radial run-out, axial run-out and coaxiality tolerance of the motor 4.1.3.1 Radial run-out of the motor shaft end The measuring probe is placed at the center of the shaft end. The maximum and minimum values are read on the measuring instrument by slowly rotating the shaft.
  • Page 14: Attaching The Motor To The Gearbox By Means Of The Drive Pinion (Direct Motor Mounting)

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting 4.1.3.4 Radial run-out tolerance of the motor shaft Radial run-out tolerance [mm] Nominal motor shaft PLE, PLQE, PLPE, PLHE, PLFE, PFHE, PSBN, PSN, PLN, PSFN, PLFN, diameter WPLE, WPLQE, WPLPE, WPLFE, WPLN, WPSFN, WGN [mm] WPLHE, NGV 0 —...
  • Page 15: Attaching The Drive Unit To The Gearbox By Means Of The Drive Shaft (Free Drive Shaft)

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting Attaching the drive unit to the gearbox by means of the drive shaft (free drive shaft) Warning! Gefahr Due to its weight, faulty mounting, a technically faulty connection between the motor shaft and drive pinion or in the event of impermissible deviation from the radial and axial run-out tolerances, the motor can cause breakage of torque- transmitting gearbox components or slip in the connection.
  • Page 16 Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting Warning! Gefahr Incorrect connection or pretensioning of the drive-side connecting element can cause breakage or slippage in the connection between the drive shaft and con- necting element. This can result in breakage of a gear component or connecting element, loss of position in the power train, or premature bearing failure.
  • Page 17: Installing The Gearbox In The Application

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting Installing the gearbox in the application Warning! Gefahr Incorrect attachment to the application can lead to misalignment or slippage in the connection between the gearbox and application or gearbox shafts and connecting elements. This can lead to breakage of a gear component, a connecting element or loss of position in the power train, which can result in uncontrolled rotation or blocking of the output shaft, among other things.
  • Page 18: Application Side Attachment To Steel Or Aluminum

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting 4.4.1 Application side attachment to steel or aluminum Table 4.4.1 shows the strength class to be used and the tightening torque for the application-side mounting bolts, as well as the use of washers for application-side attachment to steel or aluminum. Application-side Application-side attachment to steel...
  • Page 19: General Tightening Torques On The Application Side

    Operating Manual Gearbox Mounting 4.4.2 General tightening torques on the application side Tightening torques for the application-side mounting bolts [Nm] Strength class Mounting bolts 10.9 12.9 12.9 15.1 General conditions for establishing the tightening torques • Design of bolted connection in accordance with VDI 2230 •...
  • Page 20: Radial And Axial Run-Out Of The Gearbox Shaft End

    Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Radial and axial run-out of the gearbox shaft end Information If the technical specifications include data on the radial and axial run-out of the output shaft, the measuring methods described below must be used. The measure- ment may be performed with the gearbox in the horizontal or vertical position, with the measuring instrument mounted directly on the gearbox or on a common base plate for the gearbox and measuring instrument.
  • Page 21: Commissioning And Operation

    Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Commissioning and operation Technical specifications Information The geometric characteristics and performance data of the gearbox are described in its technical specifications. Initial operation (Commissioning) Warning! Gefahr The direction of rotation of the gearbox can be the same or opposite. Failure to note the direction of rotation may result in an unexpected starting direction of the gearbox.
  • Page 22 Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Warning! Gefahr Due to its kinematic energy, the motor can cause torque-transmitting gearbox components to break in non-stationary operation. This can result in uncontrolled rotation or blocking of the output shaft, among other things. •...
  • Page 23 Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Warning! Gefahr The gearbox surface may heat up during operation. • Allow the gearbox to cool down sufficiently after shutdown. Information Unusually low temperatures can cause sealing elements to freeze. As a result, the gearbox can no longer fully meet warranted performance characteristics due to leakage.
  • Page 24: Determining The Lubricant Service Life

    30.000 20.000 10.000 5.000 1.000 Lubricant temperature [°C] PLE, PLQE, PLPE, PLHE, PSBN, PSN, PLN, PLFE, PFHE, WPLE, PSFN, PLFN,WPLN, WPLQE, WPLPE, WPLHE, WPSFN, WGN WPLFE, NGV...
  • Page 25: Operation

    Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Operation Warning! Gefahr Exceeding the performance data given in the technical specifications may cause a gearbox component to break. This can result in uncontrolled rotation or blocking of the output shaft, among other things. •...
  • Page 26: Remedying Operational Malfunctions

    Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation 5.3.1 Remedying operational malfunctions Warning! Gefahr Tampering with the gearbox can lead to unintentional interruption of the power flow between the prime mover and the driven machine. • It is not permitted to stay in the unsecured area around the gearbox (e.g. swivel range of a robot actuated by the gearbox nor stand under loads that are raised with the help of the gearbox).
  • Page 27: Inspection And Maintenance

    Operating Manual Gearbox Commissioning and operation Fault state Possible causes Potential solution Leaking from initial Monitor leakage. If lubricant lubrication leakage does not stop, Leakage due to excessively contact customer service greased bearing Supposed leakage due to Check whether foreign medi- foreign medium um is responsible for leakage Leakage...
  • Page 28: Maintenance Operations

    • Only clean the gearbox when it is at a standstill. • Have shaft seals changed by customer service. • Opening the gearbox for maintenance purposes is not permitted. 5.4.3 Safety data sheets Information The corresponding safety data sheet can be obtained from customer service or at www.neugart.com.
  • Page 29: Disposal (Instructions Regarding Hazardous Substances, Composition)

    Operating Manual Gearbox Disposal (instructions regarding hazardous substances, composition) Disposal (instructions regarding hazardous substances, composition) Information The gearbox is made mainly of steel and aluminum materials. • If possible, dispose of the gearbox lubricant separately, observing the relevant safety data sheet referenced in 5.4.3. •...
  • Page 30: Service And Manufacturer Information

    Service and manufacturer information Service If you have any queries, please contact Neugart Service and have all details from the nameplate ready. For optimal handling of service, please contact the location from which the gearbox was purchased before shipping it back. We will gladly assist you with the return shipment.

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