Plastic DC gearmotors combine a brushed DC motor with a plastic reduction gearbox, delivering compact, lightweight actuation ideal for small‑scale robotics and tight‑space mechanisms. The use of plastic gears reduces cost and wear while providing reliable torque transfer, and the coreless motor designs offer smooth response with low inertia. Available in a range of reduction ratios, these units suit applications from precise positioning in miniature devices to higher‑torque drives for compact robot chassis. Their modest size and simple shaft connections make integration straightforward, and the broad operating voltage window accommodates typical low‑voltage battery packs. Overall, they balance performance, durability and ease of mounting for demanding micro‑automation projects.
Code: SKU-002646
This compact, inexpensive plastic gearmotor ( high-power brushed DC motor with a 120:1 reduction gearbox) is well suited for use in small robots. While intended for operation at 4.5 V, it should run comfortably in the 3 V to 6 V range. More Details...
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Code: MEC-30195
This tiny, cylindrical gearmotor consists of a coreless brushed DC motor and a 136:1 plastic planetary gearbox. The entire assembly has a diameter of just 6 mm (0.24″) and an extremely light weight of 1.25 g (0.044 oz), making it a great actuator for miniature robots and very small mechanisms. More Details...
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Code: MEC-30193
This tiny, cylindrical gearmotor consists of a coreless brushed DC motor and a 26:1 plastic planetary gearbox. The entire assembly has a diameter of just 6 mm (0.24″) and an extremely light weight of 1.2 g (0.042 oz), making it a great actuator for miniature robots and very small mechanisms. More Details...
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Code: SKU-007728
This tiny, cylindrical gearmotor consists of a coreless brushed DC motor and a 5.1:1 plastic planetary gearbox. The entire assembly has a diameter of just 6 mm (0.24″) and an extremely light weight of 1.2 g (0.042 oz), making it a great actuator for miniature robots and very small mechanisms. More Details...
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Code: SKU-003176
This tiny, cylindrical gearmotor consists of a coreless brushed DC motor and a 700:1 plastic planetary gearbox. The entire assembly has a diameter of just 6 mm (0.24″) and an extremely light weight of 1.3 g (0.046 oz), making it a great actuator for miniature robots and very small mechanisms. More Details...
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