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Coreless Micro Planetary Gear Motors

Low-inertia coreless micro motors paired with planetary gearheads for compact mechanisms that need smooth low-speed behavior, fast start/stop response, low cogging, and careful current control.

Target Buyer:For designers needing rapid response times and smooth rotation at low speeds, especially where a small brushed motor can still meet the life target more simply than a BLDC system.
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Coreless micro planetary gear motor for low-inertia compact actuator response

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RFQ Terms for Coreless Micro Planetary Gear Motors

Unit pricing, sample terms, freight, and lead time are confirmed by RFQ after drawings, quantity, destination, annual volume, and validation scope are reviewed.

FieldCurrent Page ValueBuyer Use
Product codeMPM-CORELESS-MICRO-PLANETARY-GEAR-MOTORSPage-level product family identifier used to keep RFQ, drawing, sample, and quote communication aligned.
Commercial pathRFQ-based OEM quotationNo public checkout price is shown because winding, ratio, gear material, shaft, validation evidence, freight, and volume change the final unit cost.
Offer statusPlatform-dependent availabilityStandard micro planetary motor platforms are reviewed for custom sampling and production fit before quote confirmation.
ConditionNew OEM components and assembliesSamples and production lots are treated as new industrial components tied to the approved drawing revision and buyer file.
Valid fromAugust 5, 2026This page describes the current RFQ route; written quotations state their own price validity, incoterm, and lead-time assumptions.
RegionWorldwide RFQ supportDestination, compliance needs, packing notes, and shipping route are confirmed during quotation instead of embedded as a fixed retail shipping rate.
Quote currencyUSDExport quotations are usually discussed in USD unless a buyer requests another quotation currency.

Product code

Current Page Value
MPM-CORELESS-MICRO-PLANETARY-GEAR-MOTORS
Buyer Use
Page-level product family identifier used to keep RFQ, drawing, sample, and quote communication aligned.

Commercial path

Current Page Value
RFQ-based OEM quotation
Buyer Use
No public checkout price is shown because winding, ratio, gear material, shaft, validation evidence, freight, and volume change the final unit cost.

Offer status

Current Page Value
Platform-dependent availability
Buyer Use
Standard micro planetary motor platforms are reviewed for custom sampling and production fit before quote confirmation.

Condition

Current Page Value
New OEM components and assemblies
Buyer Use
Samples and production lots are treated as new industrial components tied to the approved drawing revision and buyer file.

Valid from

Current Page Value
August 5, 2026
Buyer Use
This page describes the current RFQ route; written quotations state their own price validity, incoterm, and lead-time assumptions.

Region

Current Page Value
Worldwide RFQ support
Buyer Use
Destination, compliance needs, packing notes, and shipping route are confirmed during quotation instead of embedded as a fixed retail shipping rate.

Quote currency

Current Page Value
USD
Buyer Use
Export quotations are usually discussed in USD unless a buyer requests another quotation currency.

Capability Highlights

  • Very low magnetic cogging
  • High acceleration
  • Extremely lightweight

Typical Applications

  • Medical Handheld Instruments
  • Precision Optics
  • Miniature Pumps

Engineering Focus

  • Heat dissipation
  • Inertia matching
  • Duty cycle optimization
  • Brush and commutator loading under peak current
  • Gearbox ratio selection around response time, not torque alone

OEM Buyer Decision Path

Qualify the Product Across Engineering, Procurement, and QA

Product selection usually fails when only one team reviews the motor. Use this path to connect mechanical fit, quote scope, validation evidence, and production handoff before sample approval.

Buyer RoleDecision CheckPage EvidenceNext Step
Design EngineeringEnvelope, output speed, continuous torque, stall condition, backlash/noise limit, shaft datum, and cable route.Performance window, engineering focus, customization map, CAD/STEP request path, and material review.Request CAD / STEP
ProcurementPrototype quantity, annual volume, destination, sample timing, quote scope, and approved supplier workflow.RFQ checklist, email template, WhatsApp handoff, and quote caveat before sample pricing.Send RFQ
QualityIncoming CTQ, drawing revision, torque-speed test condition, noise/backlash method, and lot traceability expectation.Risk controls, validation scope, buyer file package, and quality evidence review path.Review Quality
OEM ProgramNPI stage, frozen BOM fields, custom tooling boundary, packing rules, revision control, and production handoff.OEM customization options, supplier workflow, export coordination, and related application routing.OEM Workflow

Design Engineering

Decision Check
Envelope, output speed, continuous torque, stall condition, backlash/noise limit, shaft datum, and cable route.
Page Evidence
Performance window, engineering focus, customization map, CAD/STEP request path, and material review.
Next Step
Request CAD / STEP

Procurement

Decision Check
Prototype quantity, annual volume, destination, sample timing, quote scope, and approved supplier workflow.
Page Evidence
RFQ checklist, email template, WhatsApp handoff, and quote caveat before sample pricing.
Next Step
Send RFQ

Quality

Decision Check
Incoming CTQ, drawing revision, torque-speed test condition, noise/backlash method, and lot traceability expectation.
Page Evidence
Risk controls, validation scope, buyer file package, and quality evidence review path.
Next Step
Review Quality

OEM Program

Decision Check
NPI stage, frozen BOM fields, custom tooling boundary, packing rules, revision control, and production handoff.
Page Evidence
OEM customization options, supplier workflow, export coordination, and related application routing.
Next Step
OEM Workflow

Key Evaluation Matrix

MetricTypical RangeWhy It Matters
Rotor InertiaExtremely LowSupports fast start/stop response.
Cogging BehaviorVery low cogging torqueSupports smooth low-speed motion in pumps, optics, and handheld instruments.
Thermal MarginDefined by continuous load and duty cycleCoreless motors respond quickly but still need current limits under sustained load.

Rotor Inertia

Typical Range
Extremely Low
Why It Matters
Supports fast start/stop response.

Cogging Behavior

Typical Range
Very low cogging torque
Why It Matters
Supports smooth low-speed motion in pumps, optics, and handheld instruments.

Thermal Margin

Typical Range
Defined by continuous load and duty cycle
Why It Matters
Coreless motors respond quickly but still need current limits under sustained load.

Ratio & Performance Window

Reference Performance Table by Frame and Ratio

These RFQ reference windows translate the planning ranges into an engineering shortlist. Final datasheet values are confirmed by winding, ratio, gear material, load, duty cycle, current limit, and test condition before sample approval.

Frame / ODRated VoltageRatio RangeNo-load RPMRated-load RPMContinuous Output TorqueStall TorqueEfficiencyApplication Fit
6mm coreless planetary3-6V coreless DC5:1-700:1Up to 2500 RPM at 6V motor referenceSet by light-load speed and response target5-480 g.cm reference windowApprox. 10.8 mN.m reference; current limit requiredBest in lower-stage, light-load configurationsEndoscope, micro UAV, miniature servo
10/12mm coreless planetary3-12V coreless DC5:1-1000:1Low-inertia motor platform; RFQ speed requiredMatched to response time and heat margin100 g.cm-1.5 kg.cm gearbox windowThermal and brush-current review requiredRatio and duty cycle dependentOptical focus, pumps, handheld instruments
16mm coreless precision option6-24V coreless DC4:1-1500:1Specified from response-time requirementConfirmed by loaded acceleration profile0.5-5.5 Nm gearbox window; thermal checkAvoid long stall; protect winding and brushesBest when ratio and inertia are kept moderatePrecision optics, compact pumps, lab devices

6mm coreless planetary

Rated Voltage
3-6V coreless DC
Ratio Range
5:1-700:1
No-load RPM
Up to 2500 RPM at 6V motor reference
Rated-load RPM
Set by light-load speed and response target
Continuous Output Torque
5-480 g.cm reference window
Stall Torque
Approx. 10.8 mN.m reference; current limit required
Efficiency
Best in lower-stage, light-load configurations
Application Fit
Endoscope, micro UAV, miniature servo

10/12mm coreless planetary

Rated Voltage
3-12V coreless DC
Ratio Range
5:1-1000:1
No-load RPM
Low-inertia motor platform; RFQ speed required
Rated-load RPM
Matched to response time and heat margin
Continuous Output Torque
100 g.cm-1.5 kg.cm gearbox window
Stall Torque
Thermal and brush-current review required
Efficiency
Ratio and duty cycle dependent
Application Fit
Optical focus, pumps, handheld instruments

16mm coreless precision option

Rated Voltage
6-24V coreless DC
Ratio Range
4:1-1500:1
No-load RPM
Specified from response-time requirement
Rated-load RPM
Confirmed by loaded acceleration profile
Continuous Output Torque
0.5-5.5 Nm gearbox window; thermal check
Stall Torque
Avoid long stall; protect winding and brushes
Efficiency
Best when ratio and inertia are kept moderate
Application Fit
Precision optics, compact pumps, lab devices

Sample Acceptance Plan

Turn Product Selection Into Pass/Fail Checks

Before a motor family becomes a sample order, sales engineering converts the RFQ into acceptance checks for engineering, procurement, and quality. These checks keep CAD/STEP release, prototype approval, and repeat production tied to the same specification baseline.

WorkstreamBuyer QuestionEvidence to PreparePass Signal
Low-inertia responseDoes the coreless motor actually improve start-stop response in the final mechanism?Target acceleration, load inertia, gearbox ratio, controller profile, and acceptable overshoot.Start, stop, and reversal response meet the target without unstable control behavior.
Current and thermal limitWill peak current and repeated acceleration avoid brush and winding stress?Peak current, continuous current, duty cycle, ambient temperature, stall behavior, and controller limit.Current peaks stay controlled and temperature rise remains acceptable during repeated cycles.
Gear material and noiseCan the gearbox preserve smooth motion without adding unacceptable noise or inertia?Noise target, ratio, material preference, output torque, enclosure condition, and grease requirement.The chosen gear stack keeps smooth low-speed motion and passes noise review in the device context.
Brush life validationDoes the sample life expectation match the load and current profile?Cycle count, run time per cycle, load curve, current limit, and expected service interval.Brush wear, speed drift, and current drift remain inside the buyer acceptance plan.

Low-inertia response

Buyer Question
Does the coreless motor actually improve start-stop response in the final mechanism?
Evidence to Prepare
Target acceleration, load inertia, gearbox ratio, controller profile, and acceptable overshoot.
Pass Signal
Start, stop, and reversal response meet the target without unstable control behavior.

Current and thermal limit

Buyer Question
Will peak current and repeated acceleration avoid brush and winding stress?
Evidence to Prepare
Peak current, continuous current, duty cycle, ambient temperature, stall behavior, and controller limit.
Pass Signal
Current peaks stay controlled and temperature rise remains acceptable during repeated cycles.

Gear material and noise

Buyer Question
Can the gearbox preserve smooth motion without adding unacceptable noise or inertia?
Evidence to Prepare
Noise target, ratio, material preference, output torque, enclosure condition, and grease requirement.
Pass Signal
The chosen gear stack keeps smooth low-speed motion and passes noise review in the device context.

Brush life validation

Buyer Question
Does the sample life expectation match the load and current profile?
Evidence to Prepare
Cycle count, run time per cycle, load curve, current limit, and expected service interval.
Pass Signal
Brush wear, speed drift, and current drift remain inside the buyer acceptance plan.

Selection-Ready Product Data

Build the Ratio Table Before Sample Approval

Public diameter pages are only the starting point. For RFQ review, sales engineering confirms rated voltage, no-load RPM, rated-load RPM, continuous output torque, stall torque, current, efficiency, and gear ratio against your mechanism before releasing drawings or sample pricing.

Performance FieldBuyer InputHow It Shapes the Quote
Rated voltage and current limit3V, 6V, 12V, 24V, or buyer-defined driver limitSelects the winding, thermal margin, stall-current boundary, and battery or adapter fit.
No-load speed and loaded output speedMotor RPM, target output RPM, and acceptable speed toleranceNarrows the gear ratio and keeps the prototype inside the required actuation time.
Continuous output torque and stall torqueWorking torque, peak load, jam condition, and stall durationChecks gear material, shaft support, carrier strength, and safety margin before sampling.
Gear ratio and efficiency targetKnown ratio, output RPM target, or torque-speed curve from the mechanismBuilds the ratio table used to compare speed, torque, current, efficiency, and heat rise.
Duty cycle and life targetOn/off sequence, cycles per day, lifetime cycles, ambient temperatureDefines grease, gear stack, winding temperature, brush life, and sample validation scope.
Noise and backlash limitdB limit, measurement distance, arcmin or degree target, load fixtureSeparates POM, hybrid, metal, and low-backlash options before the CAD exchange.

Rated voltage and current limit

Buyer Input
3V, 6V, 12V, 24V, or buyer-defined driver limit
How It Shapes the Quote
Selects the winding, thermal margin, stall-current boundary, and battery or adapter fit.

No-load speed and loaded output speed

Buyer Input
Motor RPM, target output RPM, and acceptable speed tolerance
How It Shapes the Quote
Narrows the gear ratio and keeps the prototype inside the required actuation time.

Continuous output torque and stall torque

Buyer Input
Working torque, peak load, jam condition, and stall duration
How It Shapes the Quote
Checks gear material, shaft support, carrier strength, and safety margin before sampling.

Gear ratio and efficiency target

Buyer Input
Known ratio, output RPM target, or torque-speed curve from the mechanism
How It Shapes the Quote
Builds the ratio table used to compare speed, torque, current, efficiency, and heat rise.

Duty cycle and life target

Buyer Input
On/off sequence, cycles per day, lifetime cycles, ambient temperature
How It Shapes the Quote
Defines grease, gear stack, winding temperature, brush life, and sample validation scope.

Noise and backlash limit

Buyer Input
dB limit, measurement distance, arcmin or degree target, load fixture
How It Shapes the Quote
Separates POM, hybrid, metal, and low-backlash options before the CAD exchange.

Customization Options

Match the Motor to the Mechanical Boundary

The useful custom scope is normally around the shaft, gearbox stack, feedback, cable exit, connector, and buyer file package. These options should be fixed before tooling, CAD exchange, or pilot builds.

Custom AreaCommon OptionsRFQ Signal
Output shaft and mountingD-cut, flat, threaded, cross-drilled, keyway, custom length, flange, bearing support.Attach shaft datum, mating part drawing, radial/axial load direction, and installation sequence.
Gear material and backlashPOM, MIM, machined metal, hybrid stages, grease selection, low-backlash build review.State torque peaks, reversing frequency, noise target, temperature, and life requirement.
Feedback and controlEncoder, Hall signal, EMI suppression, pinout, driver match, current-limit review.Share CPR, signal voltage, controller type, cable route, connector drawing, and EOL test needs.
Cable, connector, and assemblyLead wire length, connector model, cable exit, strain relief, bracket, harness, module assembly.Include enclosure envelope, bend radius, pull-force concern, label rules, and packing notes.
Compliance and buyer fileRoHS/REACH file, material note, drawing revision, sample test report, lot traceability.Confirm destination, regulated-market expectations, incoming inspection plan, and annual volume.

Output shaft and mounting

Common Options
D-cut, flat, threaded, cross-drilled, keyway, custom length, flange, bearing support.
RFQ Signal
Attach shaft datum, mating part drawing, radial/axial load direction, and installation sequence.

Gear material and backlash

Common Options
POM, MIM, machined metal, hybrid stages, grease selection, low-backlash build review.
RFQ Signal
State torque peaks, reversing frequency, noise target, temperature, and life requirement.

Feedback and control

Common Options
Encoder, Hall signal, EMI suppression, pinout, driver match, current-limit review.
RFQ Signal
Share CPR, signal voltage, controller type, cable route, connector drawing, and EOL test needs.

Cable, connector, and assembly

Common Options
Lead wire length, connector model, cable exit, strain relief, bracket, harness, module assembly.
RFQ Signal
Include enclosure envelope, bend radius, pull-force concern, label rules, and packing notes.

Compliance and buyer file

Common Options
RoHS/REACH file, material note, drawing revision, sample test report, lot traceability.
RFQ Signal
Confirm destination, regulated-market expectations, incoming inspection plan, and annual volume.

Evidence Pack Before Sampling

Evidence Pack to Request Before Sampling

These files are normally reviewed by request rather than downloaded instantly. Confirm the scope early so drawings, sample data, quality records, and production notes match the same motor revision.

Evidence ItemWhat to RequestWhy It MattersRoute
CAD / STEP baselineOuter diameter, length, shaft geometry, flange datum, connector clearance, and mating-part constraints.Prevents a mechanically suitable motor from failing because of envelope, shaft, or mounting mismatch.CAD request
Torque-speed-current windowRated voltage, no-load speed, rated-load speed, continuous torque, stall torque, current limit, and duty cycle.Separates reference catalog windows from the sample value set that purchasing and engineering can approve.RFQ template
Inspection and test evidenceDimensional CTQ, gear ratio check, no-load current, load test, noise/backlash method, and final inspection record.Lets the buyer define what must be proven before incoming inspection, pilot build, or supplier approval.Quality review
Gear material and backlash routePOM, hybrid, or metal stage choice, grease condition, reversing motion, temperature, shock load, and noise target.Aligns durability, acoustic behavior, backlash, cost, and life expectation before the sample BOM is frozen.Material guide
OEM handoff packageDrawing revision, cable/connector rules, label and packing notes, destination, compliance file needs, and annual volume.Turns a selected sample into a production-ready supplier package with fewer revision loops.OEM workflow

CAD / STEP baseline

What to Request
Outer diameter, length, shaft geometry, flange datum, connector clearance, and mating-part constraints.
Why It Matters
Prevents a mechanically suitable motor from failing because of envelope, shaft, or mounting mismatch.
Route
CAD request

Torque-speed-current window

What to Request
Rated voltage, no-load speed, rated-load speed, continuous torque, stall torque, current limit, and duty cycle.
Why It Matters
Separates reference catalog windows from the sample value set that purchasing and engineering can approve.
Route
RFQ template

Inspection and test evidence

What to Request
Dimensional CTQ, gear ratio check, no-load current, load test, noise/backlash method, and final inspection record.
Why It Matters
Lets the buyer define what must be proven before incoming inspection, pilot build, or supplier approval.
Route
Quality review

Gear material and backlash route

What to Request
POM, hybrid, or metal stage choice, grease condition, reversing motion, temperature, shock load, and noise target.
Why It Matters
Aligns durability, acoustic behavior, backlash, cost, and life expectation before the sample BOM is frozen.
Route
Material guide

OEM handoff package

What to Request
Drawing revision, cable/connector rules, label and packing notes, destination, compliance file needs, and annual volume.
Why It Matters
Turns a selected sample into a production-ready supplier package with fewer revision loops.
Route
OEM workflow

Gear Material Review

Confirm POM, Hybrid, or Metal Stages Before Prototype Approval

Use the material guide to align noise, torque density, stall load, wear, grease, and backlash expectations before the sample BOM is frozen.

Compare POM vs MIM gears

CAD / STEP Request

Request Outline Drawings Before You Freeze the Mechanical Design

Share the mating envelope and target duty data so sales engineering can confirm whether an existing outline drawing, STEP/IGES file, or custom shaft and flange proposal is suitable for your project.

1

Installation envelope, mounting pattern, shaft interface, and cable exit.

2

Voltage, loaded speed, torque, gear ratio, duty cycle, noise, and backlash limits.

3

Preferred CAD format, drawing revision, prototype quantity, destination, and compliance notes.

Fields engineering checks before sharing a model

Product fit
Diameter, gearbox length, motor family, shaft style, flange pattern, and cable or connector exit.
Performance target
Voltage, loaded speed, continuous torque, peak or stall torque, ratio, duty cycle, life, noise, and backlash.
Mechanical interface
Mating drawing revision, installation clearance, radial or axial load, tolerance priority, and assembly sequence.
Release package
2D outline, STEP/IGES envelope, custom shaft/flange review, datasheet values, and quality evidence scope.

Useful before CAD freeze

Estimate ratio and torque firstCompare POM, hybrid, and metal gearsAlign quality evidence scope
Email CAD requestWhatsApp engineeringOpen CAD request form

CAD files are shared by project fit and revision status. For custom shafts, flanges, cable routing, or gearbox interfaces, attach the mating drawing so the first CAD exchange uses the correct mechanical boundary.

RFQ Checklist

  1. Target response time
  2. Maximum ambient temperature
  3. Continuous vs peak torque
  4. Voltage range, current limit, and allowed stall event duration
  5. Duty cycle, life target, and acceptable brush wear evidence
  6. Required ratio, output speed, and feedback option

Risk Controls

  • Overheating under load: Ensure continuous torque does not exceed thermal limits without an iron core.
  • Brush wear from excessive current: We review peak current, duty cycle, and stall events before choosing winding and gear ratio.
  • Gearbox inertia masks the coreless benefit: Frame size, ratio, and gear material are selected around response time rather than torque alone.
  • Peak acceleration demand overheats the winding: Acceleration profile, controller current limit, duty cycle, and thermal path are checked before selecting winding and ratio.

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Buyer FAQ

Do coreless motors have longer lifespans?

Yes, when operated within rated limits, the lack of iron core reduces bearing wear and brush arcing.

When should we choose coreless instead of BLDC?

Choose coreless for compact, smooth, fast-response duty. Choose BLDC when continuous life, high duty cycle, or electronic commutation is the main requirement.

Can encoder feedback be added?

Yes. Magnetic or Hall feedback can be reviewed when space, voltage, pulse count, and connector limits are included in the RFQ.

When is coreless not the best choice?

Avoid coreless when the product needs very long continuous life, frequent stalls, or high thermal margin; BLDC may be the better architecture.

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