Brad_Blazer
Veteran Member
Cool. Here's a link to the mfg. spare parts page with even more options.
Spare parts - Category
You can buy a motor with built-in 6:1 gear reduction. Of course you need more than that. 60RPM will give you 47fpm with a 3" capstan. It requires 60:1 to go from 3600rpm to 60.
reduction engine from Northern Tool + Equipment
Looking at gear boxes, it's hard to find one with high torque and load ratings. This one would be good for 1/2 ton with a 3" capstan. http://www.surpluscenter.com/Brands/Hub-City/10-1-HUBCITY-261-GEAR-REDUCER-13-1491.axd You wouldn't want to overpower it.
Maybe a rototiller could be converted. Add an extra bearing on the opposite shaft to improve the load capacity.
Spare parts - Category
You can buy a motor with built-in 6:1 gear reduction. Of course you need more than that. 60RPM will give you 47fpm with a 3" capstan. It requires 60:1 to go from 3600rpm to 60.
reduction engine from Northern Tool + Equipment
Looking at gear boxes, it's hard to find one with high torque and load ratings. This one would be good for 1/2 ton with a 3" capstan. http://www.surpluscenter.com/Brands/Hub-City/10-1-HUBCITY-261-GEAR-REDUCER-13-1491.axd You wouldn't want to overpower it.
Maybe a rototiller could be converted. Add an extra bearing on the opposite shaft to improve the load capacity.
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