Rossi MVR80 UO3A 16:1 Worm Gearbox – 38mm Output Bore, Cast Iron Housing

This Rossi MVR80 UO3A 16:1 worm gearbox is a versatile mid-range Rossi worm gearbox size designed for applications needing higher output speed with lighter reduction. With a 27kg gearbox weight, Rossi industrial build quality, and a 38mm hollow output bore, it suits packaging equipment, conveyors, light-duty process machinery, feeders, and general industrial drives.

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Gearbox Overview

The MVR80 casing is a monolithic cast iron design with feet integral with the casing on three faces plus B14 flange fixing on two faces. Rossi specifies a Ni bronze worm wheel, precision ground worm gearing, and long-life synthetic oil lubrication for dependable service. This ratio is normally selected where a quicker output speed is preferred while still gaining the compact right-angle layout and smooth running characteristics of a worm gearbox.

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Why Choose This Configuration?

This exact version is best suited to buyers who specifically need a Rossi MVR80 UO3A 16:1 gearbox with a 38mm hollow bore. It is a strong replacement option where matching the gearbox size, bore, and ratio matters more than using a generic worm reducer. For users standardising around Rossi worm gearboxes, this keeps the same overall design logic, output geometry, and industrial-duty construction.

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Technical Details

Gearbox series: Rossi MVR worm gearbox
Gearbox size: MVR80
Design code: UO3A
Gear ratio: 16:1
Output bore: 38mm hollow bore
Housing material: Cast iron monolithic casing
Worm wheel material: Ni bronze gear rim
Mounting arrangement: Universal mounting with feet on 3 faces with B14 on 2 faces
Motor compatibility: IEC motor mounting system
Lubrication: Synthetic oil bath, long-life lubrication
Oil supply note: supplied complete with synthetic oil
Finish: Blue RAL 5010
Approximate gearbox weight: 27kg

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Internal Links & Compatible Options

Same gearbox size, different ratios: explore the closest ratios for the Rossi MVR80 range.

Same ratio, different gearbox sizes: explore nearby sizes offering a 16:1 ratio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 16:1 worm gearbox do?

A 16:1 worm gearbox reduces input speed by a factor of 16, increasing torque while lowering output shaft speed for smoother controlled drive performance.

What is this Rossi MVR80 gearbox commonly used for?

This gearbox is commonly used on conveyors, mixers, feeders, pumps, and general industrial machinery needing applications needing relatively higher output speed from a worm gearbox.

What output bore does this gearbox have?

This version has a 38mm hollow output bore, so the driven shaft size should be checked carefully before ordering.

What is the housing material?

Rossi specifies a cast iron monolithic casing for this series, designed for industrial-duty strength, rigidity, and oil capacity.

What lubricant is used in this gearbox?

Rossi specifies synthetic oil bath lubrication for long-life operation in this worm gearbox range.

Why is B3 mounting usually preferred?

B3 is generally the technically preferred orientation because it supports lower oil splash, good lubrication behaviour, and reduced heating in normal service.