UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear unit

Hygienic Design Worm Gear Units

Power Range: 0.16 - 5.5 hp (0.12 kW – 4.0 kW)
Torque: 186 - 3,780 lb-in (21 Nm – 427 Nm)
Wash-down ready with food-safe NXD tupH® surface conversion
Quiet operation
Compact design

High Power in a Hygienic, Compact Design

UNIVERSAL SMI worm gear units feature a smooth, closed surface design, making them ideal for hygiene-sensitive environments. Their compact construction delivers high power density while reducing installation space compared to other gear unit types. Low-noise torque transmission ensures smooth and quiet operation.

The worm gear design enables high ratios in a compact footprint, while modular configuration options allow adaptation to specific application requirements.

Product Versions

Sizes: 5
Ratios: 5.00 – 3000.00
Solid and hollow shaft options available
Shaft-, flange-, and foot-mounted versions available
Angled gear unit designs available
IEC motor interface available
Aluminum surface protection: NXD BASIC® or food-safe NXD tupH® for enhanced durability in demanding wash-down environments
Wide range of modular system options

Product Characteristics

High overload capacity for reliable operation and long service life
Lightweight aluminum housing design
Hygienic wash-down capability with NXD tupH® surface
Quiet operation
Flexible configuration for a wide range of applications

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Spare Parts and Spare Parts Management

Fast delivery of spare parts
Failures and technical problems cost time and money. That's why NORD offers 24/7/365 emergency breakdown services for spare parts, replacement drives, and technical support. NORD experts will work with you to get your machines back up and running as quickly as possible.

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Construction and Engineering

With over 20,000,000 different product configurations from NORD's modular system, we can work to accommodate almost every customer application. However, too much choice can result in an information overload. Whether online or in person, NORD will work with you from start to finish to find the best possible drive solution for you.

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Product Variants and Applications

NORD provides complete drive solutions from a single source. Each component of the modular product platform can be combined with motors, gear units, drive electronics, and accessories. Our experts support you in selecting the right configuration for your application. Learn more about the possibilities available with this product range.

UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear Units
NORD solutions meet the requirements of the beverage industry with easy-to-maintain components designed for long-term, safe operation, supported by a hygienic design. These include UNIVERSAL SMI worm gear units:

Hygienic design with smooth, closed surfaces
Permanently sealed lubrication for low maintenance
Modular design, configurable to application-specific requirements
Complete drive solution with worm gear unit, motor, and variable frequency drive from a single source
UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear Units
Demanding operating conditions are typical in the baking industry, including extreme temperatures, alcohol-based liquids, and aggressive chemical cleaning agents. With drive solutions based on UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear Units, motors, and variable frequency drives, NORD ensures reliable operation.

Reliable operation through special lubricants for low and high temperatures and protection classes up to IP66 or IP69K

Low maintenance thanks to lifetime lubrication
Hygienic design with stainless steel shafts and accessories, metal fan wheels, and fanless designs
Protection against moisture through corrosion protection and multi-layer coatings
Service- and maintenance-friendly design with plug-in connections and modular construction, helping minimize system downtime
Worldwide support through subsidiaries and distribution partners in more than 80 countries

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Modernization and Extension

Drive modernization is used to update your drives to newer technology and increase system efficiency, resulting in a reduced carbon footprint. If you want to benefit from technical progress, bring your drive technology up to date with NORD! Throughout every step of the process, you'll have a competent and experienced partner by your side who knows what is important.

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UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear unit

High Power in a Hygienic, Compact Design

Product Versions

Product Characteristics

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Product Variants and Applications

UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear Units

UNIVERSAL SMI Worm Gear Units

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