Tec FCNDK40 10:1 Worm Gearbox – 18mm Bore, 56B5 Input

This Tec FCNDK40 10:1 worm gearbox is a modular right-angle reduction unit designed for applications needing higher output speed with lighter torque multiplication. With its 18mm hollow bore output and 56B5 IEC motor input, it suits small conveyors, packaging equipment, indexing systems, and light automation where dependable mechanical reduction and compact layout are important.

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Gearbox Overview

This gearbox uses the TEC FCNDK modular format, allowing straightforward matching to IEC motors while keeping a compact right-angle footprint. The 10:1 reduction is a practical choice where buyers want an output speed of around 140rpm from a 4 pole motor, together with a 18mm hollow bore and 56B5 motor interface.

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Why Choose This Configuration?

Buyers generally choose this lower-ratio configuration where they want to keep more output speed while still gaining useful reduction and torque multiplication. It is well suited to conveyor, transfer, packaging, and handling drives where faster shaft speed is preferred over very high reduction.

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Technical Details

Gearbox series: Tec FCNDK
Gearbox size: FCNDK40
Gear ratio: 10:1
Nominal output speed: 140rpm (with 4 pole 1400rpm motor, sf = 1)
Rated input power: 0.69kW (catalogue performance figure, sf = 1)
Nominal output torque: 40Nm
Maximum radial load Fr2: 1447N
Output bore: 18mm hollow bore
Motor input: 56B5 IEC flange input
Housing material: pressure die-cast aluminium housing
Mounting positions: B3, B6, B7, B8, V5, V6
Lubrication: supplied with synthetic long-life oil grade ISO VG 320 and does not require a breather plug
Approximate gearbox weight: 2.3kg

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Internal Links & Compatible Options

Same gearbox size and ratio, different motor inputs: jump to the Tec FCNDK40 10:1 Worm Gearbox input option you need.

Need a different ratio? Explore the closest ratios around 10:1 in the FCNDK40 size.

Need a different gearbox size? Explore nearby 10:1 FCNDK sizes.

Helpful calculators:
Gearbox Ratio & Speed Calculator |
Output Torque Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What output speed does a 10:1 FCNDK gearbox give?

In the TEC catalogue performance table, this FCNDK40 10:1 configuration is shown with a nominal output speed of about 140rpm when used with a 4 pole 1400rpm motor at service factor 1.

What is this gearbox commonly used for?

This gearbox is commonly used for small conveyors, packaging equipment, indexing systems, and light automation, and other machinery needing higher output speed with lighter torque multiplication in a compact right-angle drive.

Is the housing aluminium or cast iron?

For FCNDK40, the catalogue lists the housing as pressure die-cast aluminium housing.

Does this gearbox come with lubricant?

According to the TEC FCNDK catalogue summary, this size is supplied with synthetic long-life oil grade ISO VG 320 and does not require a breather plug.

Can I fit different IEC motor inputs to the FCNDK range?

Yes. The FCNDK range is based on a modular format system and is designed to accept IEC motor inputs. This product is configured for 56B5, and nearby compatible options are linked above.