Slew Drive

Slew drive

” We are proud to be one of India’s few Slew Drive manufacturers who have developed these products indigenously. We can guarantee that our Slew Drive match global standards and are competitively priced. “

Slew Drive from Kavitsu is an advanced version of the conventional worm and worm wheel technology. This assembly incorporates a worm shaft along with a slew ring bearing which give almost friction less working.

Such types of  Slew drive are perfect for applications that require both load holding and rotational torque from the same gear box. The drives come with an hourglass worm technology, which increase the efficiency of the drives. The difference between normal and hourglass technology is that, in a conventional worm gearing system, only one tooth of the gear is in contact with the worm shaft, whereas in our systems, it can go up to 6 gears in contact.

The slew drive comes in two types: single row ball and double row ball. These are selected depending on the load coming on the drive. Higher loads generally need double row slew bearing.

The drives come with an IP65 rated protection system, which protects the drive from environmental conditions as well as dirt, sand, dust and even water. The drive is designed in such a way that huge loads can be carried in spite of the compact form factor. The gears used in the assembly are hardened and ground, so that they provide maximum durability and longer life.

Following are the advantages of Kavitsu Slew Drive over conventional methods:

Slew Drive applications:

FAQ

What is a Slew Drive?

A slew drive is a compact gear system that combines a slewing bearing and a worm gear to provide smooth, controlled rotational movement while handling heavy loads.

Why is a Slew Drive used?

It is used to deliver high torque, precise positioning, and reliable rotation in applications that require safe and efficient movement of heavy equipment.

Where is a Slew Drive used?

Slew drives are used in solar trackers, cranes, excavators, aerial work platforms, wind turbines, robotics, and industrial automation systems.

How does a Slew Drive work?

A worm gear drives the slewing bearing, converting input power into controlled rotational motion while supporting axial, radial, and tilting loads.

Which industries use Slew Drives?

Slew drives are widely used in renewable energy, construction, mining, oil & gas, marine, agriculture, material handling, and manufacturing industries.

How do you choose the right Slew Drive?

Choose a slew drive based on load capacity, torque, speed, mounting configuration, environmental conditions, and application requirements.

What maintenance is required for a Slew Drive?

Regular lubrication, bolt tightening, seal inspection, gear wear checks, and routine cleaning help ensure long service life and reliable performance.

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