NEO Vortex
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For assembly you will need a 5/32" Allen Wrench.
When building your gearbox make sure the highest gear reduction is closest to the motor.
1) Place the Vortex Shaft - MAXPlanetary Input Coupler, securing it with the #10-32 Shaft End Screw.
2) Place the Vortex Input Stage on the SPARK Flex, securing it with the four #10-32 Socket Head Screws x5/16in.
3) Place the appropriate gear cartridge on the Vortex Shaft - MAXPlanetary Input Coupler.
Note: The cartridge may need to be rotated to get the splines to line up. Once the splines are inserted continue to rotate the cartridge to ensure that the alignment features are completely engaged.
4) Continue stacking gear cartridges away from the motor in the appropriate order.
Note: Ensure that the alignment features of each cartridge are properly engaged with the cartridges next to it.
5) Place the 1/2" Hex Socket Output onto the previous gear cartridge.
Note: The cartridge may need to be rotated to get the splines to line up. Once the splines are inserted continue to rotate the cartridge to ensure that the alignment features are completely engaged.
6) Insert the appropriate length of 10-32 Socket Head Cap Screws into the gearbox assembly holes. Tighten the gearbox assembly screws down.
0 Cartridges: 1/2in Long Screws
1 Cartridge: 1in Long Screws
2 Cartridges: 1-1/2in Long Screws
3 Cartridges: 2in Long Screws Note: It is a best practice to spin both screws all the way into the holes without tightening them and then alternate between tightening the two screws to snug them up.
MAXPlanetary Gearbox Cartridges are pre-lubricated and sealed. If during maintenance you find that a cartridge needs more grease, we recommend using a Molybdenum Grease to apply more lubrication such as Synthetic NLGI #2 Molybdenum Grease or MOLYKOTE® G-2008 Synthetic Tool Gear Grease.
