Company Overview

The company, established in 1983, specializes in manufacturing modular synchronous motors and gearboxes with millions of customizable combinations. It is a German market leader in explosion-protected synchronous motors up to 20 W and maintains a global presence through 19 agencies. Emphasizing precision manufacturing, long motor lifespans (up to 15 years), and close R&D collaboration with universities, the company ensures high-quality products made in Germany with rapid spare parts delivery and low complaint rates. Social responsibility initiatives include local community support and youth education.

Certifications and Awards

The company holds ISO 9001:2008 and ATEX 94/9/EC certifications, highlighting its commitment to quality and safety, particularly for explosion-protected motors used in industries such as printing, food, wood, and petrochemical. It has received multiple prestigious awards including the Entrepreneurial Prize, Environmental Prize from Langen, the "Großen Preis des Mittelstands," and recognition as one of the "Top 100 Most Innovative Medium-Sized German Companies." Customer trust in product durability and quality is emphasized as the highest accolade.

Product Range and Features

The motors utilize a modular "unit construction system" allowing integration with various gear types: spur, flat, planetary, and worm gears. Gear shafts are adaptable to installation requirements, and operating noise is optimized per application. Typical applications include dosing pumps, pellet furnaces, analyzers, labeling devices, actuators, valves, filter units, contour guiding systems, printing elements, and small conveyors. All technical data are subject to change without notice.

Technical Specifications of Key Motor Models

ASM 16 Synchronous Motor

• Shaft speed: 1000 rpm at 50 Hz
• Ball bearing equipped, maintenance-free
• Voltage range: single-phase 12 V to three-phase 500 V
• Protection class: IP40 to IP65
• Insulation classes: B, F, H
• Efficiency up to 0.85
• Compatible with spur, planetary, flat, and worm gears

Operating data include input power approx. 9.2-9.6 VA, output power 2.6-3.1 W, torque 2.6-3 cN·m, and shaft speeds 1000-1200 min⁻¹ depending on frequency (50/60 Hz). Various voltage and capacitor configurations are available.

ASM 24 and ASM 26 Synchronous Motors

• Shaft speeds: 1000 and 1500 rpm at 50 Hz
• Ball bearing equipped, maintenance-free
• Voltage range: single-phase 12 V to three-phase 500 V
• Protection class: IP40 to IP65
• Insulation classes: B, F, H
• Efficiency up to 0.85
• Compatible with multiple gear types

Input power ranges from approx. 10.3 to 25.3 VA; output power from 5.2 to 17 W; torque from 2.9 to 12.9 cN·m; shaft speeds between 1000 and 1800 min⁻¹ depending on frequency and phase.

ASM 44 and ASM 46 Synchronous Motors

• Shaft speeds: 1000 and 1500 rpm at 50 Hz
• Ball bearing equipped, maintenance-free
• Voltage range: single-phase 12 V to three-phase 500 V
• Protection class: IP40 to IP65
• Insulation classes: B, F, H
• Efficiency up to 0.85
• Compatible with various gear types

Input power ranges 20 to 25.3 VA; output power 10.5 to 17 W; torque 6.7 to 12.9 cN·m; shaft speeds 1000 to 1800 min⁻¹. Detailed current and capacitor specs vary by voltage and configuration.

Additional ASM Series Motors

Models ASM 84, ASM 86, ASM 0516, and ASM 0518 operate at voltages from single-phase 12 V to three-phase 500 V, supporting 50/60 Hz frequencies with shaft speeds from 375 to 1800 rpm. Features include ball bearings, maintenance-free operation, protection classes IP40 to IP65, insulation classes B, E, F, H, and efficiencies up to 0.85. Capacitor values and power ratings vary by model and phase.

• Input power: 3.9 VA to 45.6 VA
• Output power: 1.57 W to 29.8 W
• Torque: 0.5 cN·m to 23 cN·m
• Protection classes: IP40 to IP65

Gearboxes

Spur Gear (ASG Series)

• Models: ASG 06, ASG 10, ASG 13
• Shaft diameters: 8 mm to 12 mm; lengths up to 200 mm
• Maintenance-free, noiseless operation
• Housings: plastic or metal
• ATEX certified
• Load capacity: up to 16 Nm
• Protection classes: IP40 to IP65
• Custom shaft executions and special versions available
• Compatible with synchronous, DC, and stepper motors

Flat Gear (AFG Series)

• Models: AFG 05, AFG 20
• Shaft diameters: 8 mm to 18 mm; lengths up to 100 mm
• Maintenance-free, quiet operation
• Housings: plastic or metal
• Protection classes: IP21 to IP65
• Load capacity: up to 20 Nm
• Custom versions available
• Compatible with synchronous, DC, and stepper motors

Planetary Gear (APG Series)

• Multiple stages (1 to 4)
• Permanent alternating loads: 4 Nm to 50 Nm
• Shaft radial loads: 200 N to 640 N; axial loads: 60 N to 200 N
• Efficiency: 0.65 to 0.80 depending on stages
• Transmission ratios: 4 to 2653
• Suitable for synchronous, stepping, and constant-speed servomotors

Worm Gear (ASSG Series)

• Shaft diameters: 8 mm to 18 mm; lengths up to 100 mm
• Maintenance-free, noiseless operation
• Metal housings
• Protection class: IP40
• Load capacity: up to 28 Nm
• Special executions available
• Compatible with synchronous, DC, and stepper motors
• Variants include shaft and hollow shaft with foot or flange mounting

Manufacturing and Quality Assurance

Motors are handcrafted with high precision, ensuring maintenance-free operation and compliance with industry standards. The company operates its own winding facility for rapid production of motors with any voltage. Since 2009, integrated electronic control systems have been supplied to enhance system-level solutions. Quality is demonstrated by low complaint rates, fast spare parts delivery, and adherence to energy efficiency standards.

Connection Diagrams and Wiring

Connection options include flying leads and terminal box executions for single-phase and three-phase motors. Direction of rotation can be reversed by swapping specific terminals (e.g., terminals 1 and 2 for three-phase motors). Color coding and terminal numbering are provided to ensure correct wiring and operation.

Global Representation

The company has worldwide representation in countries including Sweden, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Belgium, Slovakia, Brazil, Finland, Switzerland, France, Great Britain, Hungary, Poland, Slovenia, and various regions in Germany. Contact details such as phone, fax, email, and websites are provided for each representative.

Critical Specifications and Recommendations

• Motors and gearboxes are designed for maintenance-free operation with high efficiency and environmental protection.
• Voltage and frequency compatibility must be matched to application requirements.
• Gearbox selection should consider torque, load, noise, and size constraints.
• Custom shaft and housing options are available to meet specific customer needs.
• Proper wiring and connection according to provided diagrams are essential for correct motor operation and direction control.

Company Contact Information

Company Name: KG

Address: Große Beek 7, D-27607 Langen-Debstedt, Germany

Telephone: +49 (0)4743-27 69 0

Fax: +49 (0)4743-27 69 29

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.astro-motoren.de