15 best hobby motor gearbox

Finding your suitable hobby motor gearbox is not easy. You may need consider between hundred or thousand products from many store. In this article, we make a short list of the best hobby motor gearbox including detail information and customer reviews. Let’s find out which is your favorite one.

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Uxcell DC Gear Box Geared Electric Motor for Robot, 12V, 3 rpm Torque Uxcell DC Gear Box Geared Electric Motor for Robot, 12V, 3 rpm Torque
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Tamiya 72003 Hi-Pwr Gearbox High Efficiency Kit Tamiya 72003 Hi-Pwr Gearbox High Efficiency Kit
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Tamiya 70188 Mini Motor Gearbox 8-Speed Tamiya 70188 Mini Motor Gearbox 8-Speed
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Elenco  Twin Motor Gearbox Kit Elenco Twin Motor Gearbox Kit
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Mini Motor Multi Ratio Gearbox 12-Speed Mini Motor Multi Ratio Gearbox 12-Speed
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Great Planes Set Screw Prop Adapter 8.0mm to 3/8x24 Great Planes Set Screw Prop Adapter 8.0mm to 3/8x24
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HobbyZone Gearbox with Motor: Champ HobbyZone Gearbox with Motor: Champ
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Tamiya 70097 Twin Motor Gearbox Assembly Set Tamiya 70097 Twin Motor Gearbox Assembly Set
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Mini Motor Low Speed Gearbox 4-Speed Mini Motor Low Speed Gearbox 4-Speed
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EUDAX 82 pcs Plastic Gear Package Kit DIY Gear Assortment accessories set for Toy Motor Car Robot Various Gear Axle Belt Bushings EUDAX 82 pcs Plastic Gear Package Kit DIY Gear Assortment accessories set for Toy Motor Car Robot Various Gear Axle Belt Bushings
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20Pcs 5.5mmx2mm 9 Teeth Plastic Gear for Car Model Motor Gearbox Shaft 20Pcs 5.5mmx2mm 9 Teeth Plastic Gear for Car Model Motor Gearbox Shaft
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ParkZone Motor and Gear Box: Ultra Micro P-51 SU26 XP ParkZone Motor and Gear Box: Ultra Micro P-51 SU26 XP
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Integy RC Model Hop-ups OBM-AC-029-ASCS 3 x 8mm Machine Type 7075-T6 Countersunk Hex Screw ( Silver10 Pcs) Integy RC Model Hop-ups OBM-AC-029-ASCS 3 x 8mm Machine Type 7075-T6 Countersunk Hex Screw ( Silver10 Pcs)
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DC 12V 400RPM N20 Micro Gear Motor 16mm Shaft M4x55mm Screw Reducer Metal Speed Reduction Gear Motor with Gear Box Ideal for Mobile Robot/Smart Cars Project DC 12V 400RPM N20 Micro Gear Motor 16mm Shaft M4x55mm Screw Reducer Metal Speed Reduction Gear Motor with Gear Box Ideal for Mobile Robot/Smart Cars Project
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64:1 Planetary Gearbox Nema 8 Stepper Motor Geared Motor Telescope DIY Robotics 64:1 Planetary Gearbox Nema 8 Stepper Motor Geared Motor Telescope DIY Robotics
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Reviews

1. Uxcell DC Gear Box Geared Electric Motor for Robot, 12V, 3 rpm Torque

Feature

Product name : DC geared motor; rated Voltage : DC12V; rated current : 0. 06A
Output speed : 3Rpm; shaft diameter : 5 mm / 0. 2"; gearbox diameter : 40 mm / 1. 57"
DC motor diameter : 32 mm / 1. 26"; Overall size(approx. ) : 54 x 52 mm 2 1" x 2. 0"(Width*height)
Material : metal, electronic parts; color : as picture Shown
Weight : 93G; package content : 1 x DC geared motor

Description

Typical applications: mahjong desk, medicinal equipment, automatic equipment, electric-drive to.

2. Tamiya 72003 Hi-Pwr Gearbox High Efficiency Kit

Feature

Kit features snap or screw together construction and color molded parts to eliminate needing paint or glue

Description

The High Power Gear Box is perfect for extra torque applications. Two gear ratios are possible, and several styles of crank arms are supplied for a variety of uses. A RE-260 motor is included. The gear box can be mounted vertically or horizontally. Gear Ratios: 41.7:1 64.8:1. Operates on 3 to 4.5 volts.Requires two or three AA batteries (sold separately).

3. Tamiya 70188 Mini Motor Gearbox 8-Speed

Feature

Kit features snap or screw together construction and color molded parts to eliminate needing paint or glue

Description

This compact gearbox is equipped with a type 030 motor and features the same ratios that have been used with other previously released gearboxes. About the Model: The type 030 motor features a low electricity consumption rate and does not emit electronic noise. Motor specifications: 8400RPM, Voltage: 3.0V. The gearbox features 8 different gear ratios (7.5:1, 9.5:1, 15.7:1, 19.9:1, 32.9:1, 41.8:1, 79.1:1, 87.8:1) which can be adjusted by changing the pinion gear and final gear position. The 3mm hex shaft and gearbox attachment holes are compatible with other Tamiya craft items. Dimensions; Width: Approx. 20mm, Height: 18mm, Length: 50mm. Features a transparent gear case to show the internal mechanisms.

4. Elenco Twin Motor Gearbox Kit

Feature

Great gift for that budding mechanical engineer
Perfect for robotics projects
Two motors and gear sets allow wheels running in different directions
3 gear ratios and outputs to choose from
Quality construction - no soldering required

Description

My Health Vision Kit; From the Manufacturer; This kit gives a simple clear explanation of how the eye works. It includes activities that demonstrate some of the eye's functions. Included is a precision-made piece of optical eye testing equipment to test the eyes for normal sight, short-sightedness and long-sightedness. Eye testing chart included. From My Health Series.; See all Product Description.

5. Mini Motor Multi Ratio Gearbox 12-Speed

Feature

Kit features snap or screw together construction and color molded parts to eliminate needing paint or glue

Description

This compact gearbox features a wide range of low to high gear ratios and a type 030 motor. About the Model: The type 030 motor features a low electricity consumption rate and does not emit electronic noise. Motor specifications: 8400RPM, Voltage: 3.0V. The gearbox features 12 different gear ratios (4.6:1, 5.1:1, 9.7:1, 10.8:1, 20.4:1, 22.6:1, 42.8:1, 47.5:1, 89.9:1, 99.8:1, 188.7:1, or 209.7:1) which can be easily adjusted by changing the final gear attachment position. The twelve gear ratio options give you the flexibility to choose the best speed and torque for your project. There are two possible output axle locations (only one output location is possible for any given ratio). Dimensions; Width: Approx. 30mm, Height: 17mm, Length: 31mm.

6. Great Planes Set Screw Prop Adapter 8.0mm to 3/8x24

Feature

Mounts onto the shaft coming out of the gearbox or motor with the included set screw. The propeller mounts onto this with the included nut.
Metal hardware
One year quality guarantee.
Compatible with any electric flight motor with a 8mm diameter shaft
Aluminum prop drive

Description

This is the Great Planes ElectriFly 8.0mm to 3/8-24
Prop Adapter with Set Screw and Propeller Nut.

FEATURES: Mounts onto the shaft coming out of the gearbox or motor with the
included set screw. The propeller mounts onto this with the
included nut.
Aluminum prop drive
Metal hardware
One year quality guarantee.
Compatible with any electric flight motor with a 8mm diameter shaft

INCLUDES: One Replacement Prop Drive
One 5/64"X4mm Set Screw
One 9/16 (14mm) Propeller Nut

REQUIRES: Installation onto the motor or gearbox shaft.

SPECS: Length: 1.86" (47.29mm) end to end
1.09" (27.6mm) complete shaft w/.96" (24.4mm) threaded
portion.
Diameter: 3/8" (9.5mm) prop shaft
.31" (8mm) ID for motor shaft
1.4" (35mm) largest part of hub (thrust washer portion)
.62" (15.8mm) smallest part of hub

7. HobbyZone Gearbox with Motor: Champ

Feature

Fits as a replacement in the Champ RTF

Description

Fits as a replacement in the Champ RTF.

8. Tamiya 70097 Twin Motor Gearbox Assembly Set

Feature

TAM

Description

70097 Twin Motor Gearbox Assembly Set

9. Mini Motor Low Speed Gearbox 4-Speed

Feature

Made by Tamiya USA; Tamiya USA is a United States based company; parts are sourced from Global producers
Tamiya USA part number TAM70189; UPC 4950344701896

Description

This compact gearbox features low gear ratios and a type 030 motor. About the Model: The type 030 motor features a low electricity consumption rate and does not emit electronic noise. Motor specifications: 8400RPM, Voltage: 3.0V. The gearbox features 4 different gear ratios (71.4:1, 149.9:1, 314.9:1, 661.2:1) which can be easily adjusted by changing the final gear attachment position. The 3mm hex shaft and gearbox attachment holes are compatible with other Tamiya craft items. 2 different gearbox attachment positions are available. Dimensions; Width: Approx. 20mm, Height: 24mm, Length: 30mm. Features transparent gear case to show the internal mechanisms.

10. EUDAX 82 pcs Plastic Gear Package Kit DIY Gear Assortment accessories set for Toy Motor Car Robot Various Gear Axle Belt Bushings

Feature

The Gear Package included: spindle, single/double crown gear, pulley, rack, bevel gear, copper gear, bushings, axles, tires, rubber bands and so on, more accessories that you need for diy toy cars/robots/motors.
Axle length of 30mm, 50mm, 70mm, 100mm, shaft diameter is 2mm, 2pcs / kind, for a total of 8 Pcs
Five wheel wheels: outer diameter 30mm, inner hole 2mmfor a total of 4 Pcs
The characteristics of gear: 36MM yellow 2mm hole belt wheel, rack, four-wheel drive, 28 tooth 2mm hole Fan teeth and 30-100mm gear axle, five wheel wheel diameter 30mm!Multi-uses, you can use it to fix the toys,Great for diy science and small production, product design and mechanical model.
Most gear is 2mm aperture (tight or loose), in addition to one 81.5A spindle hole is 1.5mm, there are 2 crown is 2.5mm, there are 1 crown gear C303A is 3mm, one 15 teeth 2.3mm hole and 3.17mm hole.

Description

EUDAX 82 pcs Plastic Gear Package Kit DIY Gear Assortment accessories set for Toy Motor Car Robot Various Gear Axle Belt Bushings

Specification:

The Gear Package included: spindle, single/double crown gear, pulley, rack, bevel gear, copper gear, bushings, axles, tires, rubber bands and so on, more accessories that you need for diy toy cars/robots/motors.
Axle length of 30mm, 50mm, 70mm, 100mm, shaft diameter is 2mm, 2pcs / kind, for a total of 8 Pcs
Five wheel wheels: outer diameter 30mm, inner hole 2mmfor a total of 4 Pcs
The characteristics of gear: 36MM yellow 2mm hole belt wheel, rack, four-wheel drive, 28 tooth 2mm hole Fan teeth and 30-100mm gear axle, five wheel wheel diameter 30mm!Multi-uses, you can use it to fix the toys,Great for diy science and small production, product design and mechanical model.
Most gear is 2mm aperture (tight or loose), in addition to one 81.5A spindle hole is 1.5mm, there are 2 crown is 2.5mm, there are 1 crown gear C303A is 3mm, one 15 teeth 2.3mm hole and 3.17mm hole.

Package Including:

Axle2 X 30mm ;2 X 50mm;2 X 70mm; 2 X 100mm
Wheel: 4Pcs(outer diameter 30mm, inner hole 2mm)
Pulley Combination Package: 6mm;9.3mm;13mm;16.8mm;19.6mm;15.5mm;18mm; 24mm;36mm
Rubber bands:1 Pcs CDD2*50;1 Pcs CDD2*70;1 Pcs 30mm;2 Pcs 45mm; 1Pcs 40mm
Crown gear: 2.5mm x 2, 3mm (C303A) x 1
Package included: 82 pieces Gear Parts

11. 20Pcs 5.5mmx2mm 9 Teeth Plastic Gear for Car Model Motor Gearbox Shaft

Feature

Product Name : Plastic Gear;Type : Single Gear;Fit for : for DIY Toys Motor Gearbox
Teeth : 9;Modulus : 0.5;Total Dia : 5.5mm/0.22"
Thickness : 5mm/0.2";for Shaft Dia : 2mm/0.08"
Material : Plastic;Color : White
Weight : 2g;Package Content : 20 Pcs x Plastic Gear

Description

  • This is a plastic gear building your own gearbox with customized gear ratio. The outer gear diameter is 5.5mm with 9 teeth. The motor shaft diameter is 2mm. It can be connected with Motor axle diameter 2.0mm .
  • Ideal accessories for Vehicle or remote control toys, such as RC airplane toy ,RC helicopter, toy car and so on.

12. ParkZone Motor and Gear Box: Ultra Micro P-51 SU26 XP

Feature

Motor and Gear Box - P-51 PKZ3624

Description

Motor and Gear Box - P-51 PKZ3624

13. Integy RC Model Hop-ups OBM-AC-029-ASCS 3 x 8mm Machine Type 7075-T6 Countersunk Hex Screw ( Silver10 Pcs)

Feature

Genuine Integy Parts Ship Fast Direct From Our USA Warehouse
Top-Quality Materials & Superb Craftsmanship
Preferred by Knowledgable Model Hobbists & R/C Enthusiasts
Most Orders Processed Same Day. Reliable & Fast Shipping With Tracking Number
Check The Manufacturer's Support Website For Cross-Reference Part Search

Description

Item# AC-029-ASCS

14. DC 12V 400RPM N20 Micro Gear Motor 16mm Shaft M4x55mm Screw Reducer Metal Speed Reduction Gear Motor with Gear Box Ideal for Mobile Robot/Smart Cars Project

Feature

This is a DC Mini Metal Gear Motor,ideal for making robots Light weight, high torque. Fine craftsmanship, durable, not easy to wear.
Long output shaft, suitable for various low speed motor model such as precision robot, model aircraft.
Torque is big, all metal gears are durable and not easy to damage.
Small size, large torque and small current, with larger reduction ratio, the motor running more quiet.
Output shaft is a thread screw, can easily make a mobile transmission structure with a nut.

Description

Description:

Long shaft gear motor is a high quality gear motor. The gear motor adopts full metal structure including mental gear reducer with precise micro gear. This gear motor has large torque and small noise, can be used on electronic locks, intelligent model cars, robots, etc.

Specifications:

Motor Length: 16mm / 0.63"

Gear Box Length: 9mm / 0.35"

Cross Section Dimension: 12mm x 10mm / 0.47 x 0.39"

Output Shaft Length: 55mm / 2.16"

Output Shaft Diameter: M4

Rated Voltage: DC 12V

Rated Current: 0.17A

Rated Torque: 0.5 KG.CM

Original Speed: 20000RPM

Output Speed: 400RPM

Error: 10%

Weight: 18g(approx.)

Package Includes:

1 x Micro Gear Motor

Note:

1. Please allow 1-3mm error due to manual measurement. Thanks for your understanding.
2. Monitors are not calibrated same, item color displayed in photos may be showing slightly different from the real object. Please take the real one as standard.

15. 64:1 Planetary Gearbox Nema 8 Stepper Motor Geared Motor Telescope DIY Robotics

Feature

High Torque Low Speed
0.028 deg. Step Angle
NEMA 8 bipolar 4-wire
Planetary Gearbox Ratio 64:1
Rated current 0.6A & resistance 10ohms

Description

This is the smallest high precision NEMA 8 Stepper motor, it has an integrated Planetary gearbox with a 64:1 gear ratio, the resolution reach 0.028 deg. step angle.
It's a good solution in applications that need very low rotation speeds and/or lots of torque.

Electrical Specification:

* Manufacturer Part Number: 8HS15-0604S-PG64
* Motor Type: Bipolar Stepper
* Step Angle: 0.028 deg.
* Holding Torque: 0.9Nm
* Rated Current/phase: 0.6A
* Phase Resistance: 10ohms
* Inductance: 5.5mH+/-20%(1KHz)

Gearbox Specifications:
* Gearbox Type: Planetary
* Gear Ratio: 64:1
* Efficiency: 73%
* Backlash at No-load: <=1 deg.
* Max.Permissible Torque: 0.9Nm(127.5oz-in)
* Moment Permissible Torque: 2Nm(283oz-in)
* Shaft Maximum Axial Load: 5N
* Shaft Maximum Radial Load: 25N

Physical Specifications:
* Frame Size: 22 x 22mm
* Motor Length: 38mm
* Gearbox Length: 30.95mm
* Shaft Diameter: 6mm
* Shaft Length: 15mm
* D-cut Length: 9mm
* Number of Leads: 4
* Lead Length: 300mm
* Weight: 130g

Connection:

Black(A+), Green(A-), Red(B+), Blue(B-)

Warning:

Make sure the motor connect to a constant current or chopper drive controller before you test motor.
Connecting the motor directly to a power supply will destroy the motor.

Conclusion

By our suggestions above, we hope that you can found the best hobby motor gearbox for you. Please don't forget to share your experience by comment in this post. Thank you!