Typical Applications

This 12mm N30 planetary gear motor is commonly used in compact actuator modules such as personal care mechanisms, small home appliances, lightweight consumer devices, and compact security subassemblies.

For mechanisms with hard end-stops or frequent start/stop cycles, driver current limiting is recommended to avoid extended operation near stall conditions.

Selection Notes (Fast Quotation Inputs)

To quote and sample the correct version quickly, please provide:

• Target output speed (rpm) and required output torque (g·cm or mN·m, or force + lever radius)
• Supply voltage option (1.5V / 3V / 7.4V / 12V) and any current limit
• Duty cycle (on/off timing) and operating temperature
• End-stop / shock load conditions
• Mating-part drawing for the cross output shaft (preferred) and wiring/connector requirements

We will confirm a working point aligned to your load profile and recommend the most suitable voltage configuration.

Outline drawing

Customizable items: 1. Length and shape of the shaft; 2. Voltage, output speed, torque, etc. ; 3. Adding connectors, lead wires; 4. Adding gears to shaft; 5. Adding encoder.

The basic parameters are for reference

Notes: These specs are samples. Please contact us to customize your parameters.

Gearbox sheet

Product Introduction

The IND-12GMPN30 is a compact 12mm N30 brushed DC planetary gear motor designed for small actuator modules requiring speed reduction and practical torque output. It integrates an N30 brushed motor with a lightweight plastic planetary gearbox and uses a cross output shaft to support form-fit coupling with molded plastic couplers and small linkages. This approach is particularly useful when the enclosure design limits the use of set screws or clamping structures.

This configuration is built around a 1-stage 120:1 gearbox (L=7.7mm), providing a stable, sourcing-friendly ratio for designs that prefer a fixed reduction stage. The product supports common voltage options including 1.5V, 3V, 7.4V and 12V within a 1–14V operating range. Reference performance values on the page are sample data; final performance depends on the operating point defined by load torque, duty cycle, temperature and driver control strategy. For end-stop mechanisms, current limiting is recommended to reduce stress from stall events.

For OEM integration, wiring length, connector type and wire exit direction can be configured. If your design requires a different output interface or an added pinion/gear, please provide the mating-part drawing and tolerance requirement for review.

FAQs

Q1. Is the ratio fixed on IND-12GMPN30?

Yes. This configuration uses a fixed 120:1 planetary reduction with a 1-stage gearbox (L=7mm), which helps keep the specification stable for procurement and production.

Q2. How do I choose between 1.5V, 3V, 7.4V and 12V versions?

Choose based on your available supply voltage range and driver constraints first, then confirm target output speed/torque and duty cycle. For end-stop mechanisms, current limiting is recommended to avoid extended stall operation.

Q3. Can you customize wiring/connectors or change the output interface?

Yes. Lead length, connector type, and wire exit direction can be configured for production builds. Output interface changes and adding a pinion/gear can be reviewed based on your mating-part drawing and tolerance requirements.