Rotary Motion Guide
Rotary systems involve rotating mechanical parts such as motors, sprockets, and pulleys. Learn the basics about rotary motion here.
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| Qty | Price | 
|---|---|
| 5 | $6.72 | 
| 10 | $6.44 | 
Hardened steel sprocket for half inch (1/2") roller chain. It has a 12mm bore with keyway, set screws and key.
| Physical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Inner Diameter | 12 mm | 
| Keyway Width | 4 mm | 
| Number of Teeth | 20 | 
| Sprocket Series | # 40 | 
| Hex Key Size Required | 2 mm | 
| Customs Information | |
| Canadian HS Export Code | 8483.90.00 | 
| American HTS Import Code | 8483.90.10.50 | 
| Country of Origin | CN (China) | 
This sprocket is compatible with series #40 chain. The amount of chain required depends on the desired distance between your two sprockets; for installation details see the Rotary Motion Guide.
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | 
|  #40 Roller Chain | $4.45/Meter | 
|  #40 Roller Chain Link Kit | $1.50 | 
If you're building a rotary transmission system of any kind, chances are you'll need some rotary shaft. Here's a list of rotary shaft compatible with this sprocket:
| Product | Physical Properties | |
|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | Diameter | 
|  12mm Precision Ground Rotary Shaft (no keyway) | $6.50/Meter | 12 mm | 
|  12mm Precision Ground Rotary Shaft (w/  keyway) | $45.00/Meter | 12 mm | 
Stepper motors have high torque and precise position control. This sprocket can connect to the main shaft of the following stepper motors:
| Product | Physical Properties | Motor Properties | Electrical Properties | Gearbox Properties | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | Shaft Diameter | Mounting Plate Size | Rated Torque | Recommended Voltage | Gearbox Type | Gear Ratio | 
|  NEMA23 - 1.8 Degree - 2.8A Stepper - 4.25:1 Gearbox | $70.00 | 12 mm | NEMA - 23 | 46.6 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 4 1⁄4 : 1 | 
|  NEMA23 - 1.8 Degree - 2.8A Stepper - 15:1 Gearbox | $72.00 | 12 mm | NEMA - 23 | 150 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 15 3⁄10 : 1 | 
|  NEMA23 - 1.8 Degree - 2.8A Stepper - 77:1 Gearbox | $74.00 | 12 mm | NEMA - 23 | 240 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 76 49⁄64 : 1 | 
|  NEMA34 - 1.8 Degree - 4A Stepper - Gearless | $60.00 | 12 mm | NEMA - 34 | 30 kg·cm | 30 V DC | — | — | 
Brushless DC motors combine smooth rotation with accurate position control. This sprocket can connect to the following BLDC Motors:
| Product | Physical Properties | Motor Properties | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | Shaft Diameter | Rated Torque | Rated Speed | 
|  NEMA23 - Brushless DC Motor - 4.3:1 Gearbox | $84.00 | 12 mm | 10.2 kg·cm | 930 RPM | 
|  NEMA23 - Brushless DC Motor - 15:1 Gearbox | $86.00 | 12 mm | 33.7 kg·cm | 250 RPM | 
|  NEMA23 - Brushless DC Motor - 23:1 Gearbox | $88.00 | 12 mm | 51 kg·cm | 170 RPM | 
|  NEMA23 - Brushless Motor with 47:1 Gearbox | $95.00 | 12 mm | 112.2 kg·cm | 82 RPM | 
|  NEMA23 - Brushless DC Motor - 96:1 Gearbox | $98.00 | 12 mm | 214.1 kg·cm | 41 RPM | 
DC motors are the simplest and most common option for rotary motion in many projects. This sprocket can connect to the main shaft of the following DC motors:
| Product | Physical Properties | Motor Properties | Electrical Properties | Gearbox Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | Shaft Diameter | Rated Torque | Rated Voltage | Gearbox Type | Gear Ratio | 
|  24V/5.1Kg-cm/588RPM 4.25:1 DC Gear Motor | $69.00 | 12 mm | 4.4 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 4 1⁄4 : 1 | 
|  24V/12.2Kg-cm/772RPM/4.25:1 DC Gear Motor | $80.00 | 12 mm | 12.2 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 4 1⁄4 : 1 | 
|  24V/14.2Kg-cm/192RPM 13:1 DC Gear Motor | $66.00 | 12 mm | 13.3 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 12 24⁄25 : 1 | 
|  24V/45Kg-cm/182RPM/18:1 DC Gear Motor | $82.00 | 12 mm | 47 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 18 : 1 | 
|  24V/50.9Kg-cm/53RPM 47:1 DC Gear Motor | $72.00 | 12 mm | 43.8 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 46 82⁄125 : 1 | 
|  24V/153Kg-cm/50RPM/65:1 DC Gear Motor | $84.00 | 12 mm | 153 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 65 : 1 | 
|  24V/82.6Kg-cm/33RPM 76:1 DC Gear Motor | $72.00 | 12 mm | 71.4 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 76 49⁄64 : 1 | 
|  24V/173.3Kg-cm/15RPM 168:1 DC Gear Motor | $76.00 | 12 mm | 136.6 kg·cm | 24 V DC | Planetary | 167 601⁄625 : 1 | 
| Product | Physical Properties | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Price | Inner Diameter | Number of Teeth | Sprocket Series | 
|  #40 Chain Idler Sprocket 12mm Bore with Spacers | $8.00 | 12 mm | 13 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 12mm Bore and 9 Teeth | $4.25 | 12 mm | 9 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 12mm Bore and 14 Teeth | $4.50 | 12 mm | 14 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 12mm Bore and 20 Teeth | $7.00 | 12 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 0.5" Bore and 9 Teeth | $4.00 | 1⁄2″ | 9 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 14mm Bore and 9 Teeth | $4.50 | 14 mm | 9 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 14mm Bore and 20 Teeth | $6.50 | 14 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 5/8" Bore and 9 Teeth | $4.50 | 5⁄8″ | 9 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 17mm Bore and 20 Teeth | $7.00 | 17 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 17mm Bore and 40 Teeth  | $20.00 | 17 mm | 40 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 19mm Bore and 20 Teeth | $7.00 | 19 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 24mm Bore and 20 Teeth | $7.00 | 24 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 25mm Bore and 20 Teeth  | $7.00 | 25 mm | 20 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 25mm Bore and 40 Teeth | $17.50 | 25 mm | 40 | # 40 | 
|  #40 Chain Sprocket with 25mm Bore and 60 Teeth | $27.00 | 25 mm | 60 | # 40 |