Planetary Gear Motor for Automatic Pig Feeder

How a High-Torque Planetary Gear Motor Keeps Automatic Pig Feeders Reliable

Modern pig farms are replacing manual feeding with automatic feeding systems that deliver precise rations to every pen, several times a day. At the heart of these systems sits a small but hard-working component: the gear motor that drives the feed auger. Choosing the right low rpm gear motor is the difference between smooth, accurate feeding and costly downtime.

Why a planetary gear motor is the right choice for pig feeders

Feed augers demand a unique combination of low speed and high torque. The PG45755243000-369K planetary gear motor delivers exactly that: a rated output speed of just 6.5 rpm with a rated torque of 80 kgf.cm (approx. 7.8 N·m). This slow speed dc motor turns the auger gently, preventing feed from bridging or pulverizing while dosing each ration consistently. The high-torque planetary stages multiply output without adding bulk — the complete dc motor with gearbox measures only Φ45 × 67.5 mm for the gearbox and Φ44.5 × 60 mm for the motor body, fitting easily into compact feeder housings.

How to select the right gear motor for your feeding equipment

When sizing a gear motor for a pig feeder, start with three numbers: auger load torque, desired feed rate (rpm), and the available power supply. Then factor in duty cycle and mounting constraints. A planetary gearbox motor like the PG45755243000-369K covers most auger-type feeders, but every system is different — that is why working with a gear motor manufacturer that offers custom gear motor service matters. We can adjust speed, torque, shaft form, connector and lead length to match your exact feeder design.

Partner with a proven DC gear motor supplier

As a China-based gear motor manufacturer and gear motor supplier serving agricultural automation customers worldwide, NINGBO LEISON MOTOR combine precision engineering with responsive OEM support. From the first sample to mass production, our engineers help you spec, test and qualify the right motor — on time, every time.

FAQ

Q: What torque and speed does the PG45755243000-369K provide?

A: Rated torque of 80 kgf.cm at 6.5 rpm rated speed; no-load speed 8 rpm, no-load current ≤0.5 A and rated current ≤2.0 A.

Q: Can the motor be customized for my feeder?

A: Yes. Speed, torque, shaft form, wiring and connector can all be adapted to your auger and hopper design. Contact our engineers with your requirements.

Q: What applications is this motor suitable for?

A: Automatic pig feeders, feed augers, dosing augers and other low-speed, high-torque agricultural feeding equipment.

Q: How do I request a sample?

A: Send us your target torque, speed and voltage — our team will confirm the right configuration and arrange samples within days.