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Operating Instructions - Low Backlash Planetary Gear Units
General information about mounting positions
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Mounting Positions
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General information about mounting positions
In the case of planetary gear units, SEW distinguishes between mounting positions M1
to M6. The following figure shows the spatial orientation of the gear unit in mounting
positions M1 to M6.
Symbols used
The following table shows which symbols are used in the mounting position sheets and
what they mean:
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Fig. 7: Representation of mounting positions M1 to M6 for low backlash planetary
gear units
Symbol
Meaning
No breather valve
No oil level plug
No oil drain plug
M1 … M6
M1 … M6