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EP-H130 Series \u2014 Gearbox for Agricultural Machinery<\/h1>\n

SKU: EP-H130 \u00a0|\u00a0 Category: Agricultural Machinery Gearbox \u00a0|\u00a0 Hay Tedder & Implement Drives<\/p>\n

Two-Piece Aluminum Housing \u00a0|\u00a0 1.6:1 Ratio \u00a0|\u00a0 Straight Bevel \u00a0|\u00a0 PTO-Driven 100\/540\/1000 RPM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

1. Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n

The following 20 parameters summarize the EP-H130 Series under standard operating conditions. For application-specific calculations or non-standard configurations, contact the engineering team with your application load profile and mounting requirements.<\/p>\n

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1<\/td>\nModel Number<\/td>\nEP-H130 Series<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nGearbox Type<\/td>\nRight-Angle Bevel Gearbox (Agricultural Machinery)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nReduction Ratio<\/td>\n1.6:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nGear Configuration<\/td>\n18 \/ 29 Teeth Forged Straight Bevel<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nRated Input Speed Options<\/td>\n100 \/ 540 \/ 1000 RPM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nInput Power @ 540 RPM<\/td>\n74.85 HP \/ 55.82 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nInput Power @ 1000 RPM<\/td>\n108.91 HP \/ 81.22 kW<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nOutput Torque @ 540 RPM<\/td>\n14,075 in-lbs \/ 1,590 Nm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nOutput Torque @ 100 RPM<\/td>\n19,049 in-lbs \/ 2,152 Nm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nMat\u00e9riaux de construction<\/td>\nCast Aluminum Alloy \u2014 Two-Piece<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11<\/td>\nShaft Material<\/td>\nHigh-Strength Alloy Steel (Heat-Treated)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12<\/td>\nShaft Diameter (Standard)<\/td>\n1.375″ (34.92 mm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13<\/td>\nBearing Type<\/td>\nTapered Roller Bearings (Both Shafts)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
14<\/td>\nFactory Lubricant<\/td>\n80W90 Gear Oil \u2014 Pre-Filled<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15<\/td>\nM\u00e9thode de lubrification<\/td>\nSplash Lubrication<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
16<\/td>\nFactory Leak Test<\/td>\nYes \u2014 100% Units Tested<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
17<\/td>\nWeight (Including Oil)<\/td>\n35 \u2013 40 lbs (16 \u2013 18 kg)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18<\/td>\nTransmission Efficiency<\/td>\n\u2265 95%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19<\/td>\nOperating Temperature Range<\/td>\n-20\u00b0C to +80\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
20<\/td>\nOverall Dimensions (L \u00d7 W \u00d7 H)<\/td>\n185 \u00d7 155 \u00d7 140 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Five Key Advantages of the EP-H130 Series<\/h2>\n

When comparing options within the agricultural machinery gearbox<\/strong> category for implement OEM assembly or replacement procurement, the EP-H130 Series offers five distinguishing characteristics that directly translate into operational reliability and lower total cost of ownership.<\/p>\n

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1. Two-Piece Cast Aluminum Housing \u2014 Strength Without the Weight Penalty<\/h3>\n

The EP-H130 uses a two-piece cast aluminum housing rather than the cast iron found in many competing units. Aluminum is engineered here specifically for its thermal capacity and corrosion resistance \u2014 two properties that matter in the subtropical and tropical climates where much of Brazil’s agriculture operates. The housing dissipates heat generated by gear mesh friction far more quickly than cast iron, keeping oil temperature stable during extended field runs. It also resists the galvanic corrosion and pitting that affect iron housings exposed to humid air, fertilizer residue, and acidic plant juices from crop processing. The two-piece design simplifies internal service access: bearings and seals can be inspected or replaced without pressing the housing apart destructively, extending the overall serviceable life of the agricultural machinery gearbox parts<\/strong> inside.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Precision-Forged 18\/29 Straight Bevel Gears at 1.6:1 Ratio<\/h3>\n

Gear quality is where many agricultural gearboxes either hold up or fail prematurely. The EP-H130 uses forged-and-then-machined 18-tooth and 29-tooth straight bevel gears \u2014 not cast or sintered \u2014 delivering a 1.6:1 reduction ratio with the grain flow characteristics that forging produces. Forged gears resist bending fatigue at the tooth root and pitting fatigue at the active flank substantially better than cast gears of the same geometry. After forging, the gears are finished-machined and heat-treated to achieve correct tooth profile accuracy and surface hardness. The result is a quiet, efficient power transfer at the specified ratio with the kind of service life that keeps implements running through multiple harvest seasons without drivetrain repair \u2014 a core expectation for a well-engineered bo\u00eete de vitesses pour machines agricoles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Tapered Roller Bearings on Both Shafts \u2014 Higher Load Capacity, Longer Life<\/h3>\n

Tapered roller bearings on the input and output shafts provide a critical capability that simple ball bearings cannot match: they handle combined radial and axial thrust loads at high capacity and maintain correct running position under load. In an agricultural field implement, the axial thrust generated by bevel gear mesh and by operator-induced implement loading (raising, lowering, engaging) produces significant axial force on the gearbox shafts. Tapered roller bearings absorb these forces without the premature wear or axial shaft displacement that affects ball-bearing-only designs. For operators specifying the best agricultural machinery gearbox<\/strong> for high-hour applications \u2014 contracting operations, large farms, commercial fleet machines \u2014 the tapered roller bearing arrangement is the difference between a gearbox that reaches 10,000+ hours and one that fails at 4,000 hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Factory Oil-Filled & Leak-Tested \u2014 Install and Run<\/h3>\n

Each EP-H130 is filled with 80W90 gear lubricant at the factory, pressure-tested for seal integrity, and sealed before shipment. This means an implement OEM assembler or farm workshop mechanic installing an agricultural machinery gearbox kit<\/strong> does not need to source oil, set up a fill procedure, or guess at the correct oil level before first operation. The unit arrives ready to run. From the buyer’s perspective, this eliminates a small but time-consuming step \u2014 and, more importantly, eliminates the risk of under-filling that causes immediate bearing damage on the first day of operation. For Brazilian workshops where technician time during pre-harvest preparation is a real constraint, factory commissioning is a meaningful convenience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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5. 1.375″ High-Strength Steel Shaft Standard \u2014 Broad Implement Compatibility<\/h3>\n

The 1.375″ (34.92 mm) shaft diameter is the de facto standard for North American and South American agricultural implement PTO spline interfaces. By standardizing on this dimension, the EP-H130 integrates directly with the universal joint yokes, safety guards, and PTO coupling components available through virtually every agricultural parts distributor across the Americas \u2014 including Brazilian distributors servicing the implement workshop market. The shaft is machined from high-strength steel with appropriate heat treatment and surface finish to accept repeated universal joint coupling and uncoupling cycles without wear-induced backlash. This dimensional standardization also simplifies agricultural machinery gearbox replacement<\/strong>: a workshop fitting an EP-H130 into an existing implement frame can expect direct PTO coupling without shaft adapters or machining.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Agricultural Machinery Gearbox Working Principle<\/h2>\n

Les agricultural machinery gearbox working principle<\/strong> for the EP-H130 is the classical right-angle bevel drive: the tractor’s PTO shaft delivers rotational power along one axis, and the gearbox redirects that power 90 degrees to drive the implement’s working element along a perpendicular axis. This redirection of rotational axis is essential because most agricultural implements \u2014 hay tedders, rotary rakes, post-hole diggers, land augers, vertical-shaft tools \u2014 need their working drive perpendicular to the tractor’s forward direction of travel.<\/p>\n

Power enters the EP-H130 through the 1.375″ input shaft, which is coupled via a universal-jointed PTO drive shaft to the tractor’s PTO output. The input shaft rotates the 18-tooth forged straight bevel pinion gear, which meshes at 90 degrees with the 29-tooth bevel gear mounted on the output shaft. Because the output gear has more teeth than the input gear, each revolution of the input shaft produces less than one revolution of the output shaft \u2014 specifically, one output revolution for every 1.6 input revolutions. This reduction ratio multiplies torque correspondingly: a given input torque value becomes approximately 1.6 times that value at the output shaft, minus the small transmission loss (typically 3\u20135%) to gear mesh friction and bearing friction.<\/p>\n

At rated PTO input of 540 RPM \u2014 the standard agricultural PTO speed \u2014 the EP-H130 accepts up to 74.85 HP (55.82 kW) of input power and delivers up to 14,075 in-lbs (1,590 Nm) of output torque. At a higher 1000 RPM PTO input, the gearbox accepts up to 108.91 HP (81.22 kW) of input power with an output torque capability of 11,059 in-lbs (1,249 Nm). Lower-speed applications running at 100 RPM PTO input achieve the highest output torque at 19,049 in-lbs (2,152 Nm), making the gearbox suitable for heavy-duty low-speed drives as well.<\/p>\n

Internal lubrication is handled through splash lubrication: the rotating output bevel gear continuously dips into the 80W90 oil sump at the housing bottom and flings oil upward to coat the mesh zone, bearing races, and seal surfaces. This passive lubrication approach \u2014 requiring no external pump or electrical control \u2014 is inherently reliable and maintenance-simple, which is exactly why it remains the dominant approach in field-operated agricultural machinery gearbox design<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Material Composition & Build Quality<\/h2>\n

Every material choice in the EP-H130 is made against the operational realities of field-deployed agricultural machinery: temperature cycling, vibration, moisture ingress, dust exposure, and the repeated shock loading of intermittent cutting or digging operations. This is not a showroom gearbox \u2014 it is engineered to survive a working life in the dirt, and the material specification reflects that.<\/p>\n

The housing is cast from aluminum alloy in a two-piece configuration, with mating surfaces machined flat and parallel to maintain precise bearing bore alignment between halves. Aluminum provides approximately three times the thermal conductivity of cast iron, meaning heat generated at gear mesh and bearing contact points is conducted through the housing walls and dissipated to ambient air faster \u2014 keeping oil viscosity stable and preserving the hydrodynamic film between gear teeth even during sustained high-load runs. Aluminum also offers excellent corrosion resistance against atmospheric moisture and most agrochemical residues, which is a meaningful durability advantage in Brazilian agricultural conditions where equipment frequently operates in high humidity and is exposed to fertilizer, herbicide, and sugarcane juice residues.<\/p>\n

The forged bevel gears are manufactured from case-hardening alloy steel \u2014 typically 20CrMnTi or equivalent grade depending on application \u2014 rough forged to near-net tooth form, then finish-machined, heat-treated, and precision-ground. Gas carburizing builds a case depth of approximately 0.8\u20131.2 mm with surface hardness in the 58\u201362 HRC range, while the ductile core is retained at 35\u201340 HRC to absorb shock loads without fracture propagation. The 1.375″ shafts are machined from high-strength alloy steel and heat-treated for combined surface wear resistance and bending fatigue strength at the shaft shoulder transitions where stress concentrations are highest. Tapered roller bearings are ISO 355 dimensional standard, ensuring replacement bearings can be sourced from any major bearing distributor globally \u2014 which matters practically for workshops in remote parts of Brazil’s Cerrado or Amaz\u00f4nia Legal agricultural frontier, where specialist bearing inventory may not be available locally.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Agricultural Machinery Gearbox Application Scenarios<\/h2>\n

The EP-H130 is engineered for a defined but broad agricultural machinery gearbox application<\/strong> range. Each scenario below reflects real deployment contexts where the unit’s torque capacity, shaft geometry, and housing robustness align with the task requirements.<\/p>\n

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Hay Tedders & Rotary Rakes<\/h3>\n

Single-rotor and twin-rotor hay tedders and rotary windrow rakes are the most common end-use application for the EP-H130 Series. The 1.6:1 ratio and compatible PTO speeds (100\/540\/1000 RPM) match the rotational requirements of tine-carrier drums and rotor arms typical in forage machines used across Brazil’s southern hay-producing states \u2014 Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paran\u00e1. For dairy and beef operations growing ryegrass, oat, or tropical grass hay, a reliable agricultural machinery gearbox in Brazil<\/strong> haymaking implement is the difference between meeting a weather-window harvest schedule and losing crop quality to rain damage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Post-Hole Diggers & Land Augers<\/h3>\n

Post-hole diggers for fence construction and vineyard\/orchard establishment, along with earth augers used for deep-foot-foundation planting of perennial crops, place high intermittent torque loads on the gearbox during auger engagement with compacted soil. The EP-H130’s 19,049 in-lbs (2,152 Nm) torque capability at 100 RPM input speed is well suited to low-speed, high-torque auger drive applications, and the tapered roller bearing arrangement handles the axial thrust loads produced by auger down-force during boring. Compatible agricultural machinery gearbox operation<\/strong> in these conditions depends on bearing load capacity at precisely this kind of shock-loaded duty.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Roller Mills & Feed Processing Equipment<\/h3>\n

Stationary and mobile roller mills for grain crushing, feed mixing equipment for livestock operations, and other feed processing machinery use right-angle bevel drives similar to the EP-H130 for power redirection from engine or electric motor input to horizontal roller or auger output. For large-scale dairy feedlots and beef confinement operations in Brazil’s livestock belt, dependable feed processing equipment is central to daily farm operations, and the reliability of the driving gearbox is a direct determinant of uptime. The EP-H130’s 95% transmission efficiency and moderate input power range fits the duty profile of small-to-medium feed processing machines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Mowers & Finishing Deck Equipment<\/h3>\n

Finishing mowers and pasture mowing decks used in orchard floor management, small-plot agricultural machinery, and municipal agricultural grounds maintenance equipment use right-angle gearboxes to drive horizontal-axis cutting blades from a PTO input. The EP-H130 weight class (35\u201340 lbs including oil) is well-suited to mower decks that must remain light for tractor lift capacity constraints. Brazilian orchard and perennial crop operators \u2014 particularly in citrus, coffee, and tropical fruit growing regions \u2014 commonly specify gearboxes in this class for their mower equipment and find the EP-H130 a practical option for standard mower drive replacement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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OEM Implement Assembly \u2014 Regional Equipment Manufacturers<\/h3>\n

Brazilian and South American implement OEMs producing regional variants of hay tedders, cultivators, and small-scale machinery specify the EP-H130 Series as a pre-qualified right-angle gearbox for their drive systems. Standardizing on a known gearbox platform reduces BOM complexity, consolidates spare parts support obligations, and shortens product-introduction lead times when new implement models are being developed for local conditions. Support for small production-run order quantities combined with the capability to accept custom modifications make the EP-H130 practical for mid-sized regional OEM builders who cannot commit to the high volumes that larger European gearbox suppliers typically require.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Regulatory Compliance & International Standards<\/h2>\n

Agricultural machinery gearboxes and the implements they power are governed by safety, product liability, and environmental regulations in every major importing jurisdiction. Buyers, importers, and OEM builders should understand the compliance obligations applicable to their target markets when specifying gearbox components.<\/p>\n

Brazil \u2014 MAPA, ABNT & INMETRO<\/h3>\n

In Brazil, agricultural machinery is regulated by the Minist\u00e9rio da Agricultura, Pecu\u00e1ria e Abastecimento (MAPA) and is subject to technical standards from the Associa\u00e7\u00e3o Brasileira de Normas T\u00e9cnicas (ABNT). Relevant standards include ABNT NBR ISO 11684 on agricultural machinery safety signs and hazard pictograms, ABNT NBR 14990 on agricultural equipment general safety requirements, and ABNT NBR ISO 4254 on the safety of self-propelled and non-self-propelled agricultural machinery. The Instituto Nacional de Metrologia, Qualidade e Tecnologia (INMETRO) may require conformity assessment for safety-critical sub-assemblies entering Brazilian commercial channels. Technical documentation and operator manuals for agricultural machinery sold commercially in Brazil must be available in Portuguese. Importers sourcing an agricultural machinery gearbox in Brazil<\/strong> from overseas suppliers should confirm that the manufacturer can provide Portuguese documentation and appropriate conformity statements as part of the standard order package.<\/p>\n

European Union \u2014 CE Marking, Machinery Directive & ISO 4254<\/h3>\n

Agricultural machinery placed on EU markets must comply with the Machinery Directive 2006\/42\/EC \u2014 to be replaced by EU Machinery Regulation 2023\/1230 from January 2027 \u2014 which requires a risk assessment, appropriate technical file, and Declaration of Conformity or Incorporation. Harmonized standards include EN ISO 4254-1 (general safety for agricultural machinery) and EN ISO 11684 (safety signs). CE-marked components require a declaration from the manufacturer confirming compliance with the essential health and safety requirements of the applicable directive, accompanied by a technical file held for a minimum of ten years.<\/p>\n

United States & Canada \u2014 ASABE, OSHA, CSA<\/h3>\n

In the United States, the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) publishes voluntary engineering practice standards widely adopted by equipment manufacturers, including ASABE S318 on agricultural machinery terminology, EP496 on agricultural implement safety, and S390 on PTO rotational speed standards. OSHA 29 CFR 1910 governs mechanical power transmission equipment used in commercial agricultural operations. In Canada, CSA standards provide similar coverage. Distributors and resellers of agricultural machinery gearbox manufacturers<\/strong> supplying the US and Canadian markets should verify alignment with applicable ASABE and CSA standards.<\/p>\n

Australia & New Zealand<\/h3>\n

In Australia, the AS 4024 Safeguarding of Machinery series and Safe Work Australia codes of practice govern the safety of powered equipment used in primary production. New Zealand applies the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and WorkSafe New Zealand guidance on agricultural machinery safety. Gearbox components imported into these markets should carry materials certification and dimensional documentation appropriate for AS\/NZS compliance.<\/p>\n

International ISO Standards<\/h3>\n

Globally, ISO 4254-1 through ISO 4254-7 (agricultural machinery safety), ISO 500-1 and ISO 500-3 (tractor PTO and three-point linkage standards), ISO 6336 (gear load capacity calculations), and ISO 9409-1 (mounting flanges for rotating tool holders) provide the design and documentation baseline for agricultural gearbox products traded across markets. Units engineered against these standards facilitate regulatory compliance in multiple jurisdictions and serve as a consistent technical foundation for buyer-supplier communication regardless of geographic destination.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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7. About Our Manufacturing Capability<\/h2>\n

We are a specialist manufacturer of agricultural power transmission components with production capabilities covering the complete spectrum of agricultural machinery gearbox types \u2014 including right-angle bevel gearboxes, worm gearboxes, hydraulic drive gearboxes, PTO shafts, and associated implement drive accessories. Our production facility operates CNC turning and milling centers, gear hobbing and profile-grinding equipment, controlled-atmosphere heat treatment furnaces, aluminum die-casting capability, and coordinate measuring machines that together ensure consistent dimensional accuracy across production volumes ranging from small-batch custom orders to multi-thousand-unit OEM runs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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8. Related Products \u2014 Complete Agricultural Drive Supply<\/h2>\n

A reliable agricultural implement drivetrain depends on every component in the driveline being dimensionally and dynamically compatible with its neighbors. Sourcing PTO shafts, chains, and sprockets from the same supplier as the gearbox eliminates the interface mismatches that often arise when driveline components come from multiple uncoordinated vendors. We manufacture and supply a complete range of agricultural power transmission accessories engineered for full compatibility with the EP-H130 Series. Explore our full range at agricultural-gearbox.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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PTO drive shafts are the direct coupling between tractor PTO output and the EP-H130 input shaft, and the quality of the universal joints in that shaft has a proportional impact on gearbox bearing life. Our telescopic PTO shafts with full-length safety guard tubes are available in 1 3\/8″ 6-spline and 1 3\/8″ 21-spline profiles at both 540 and 1000 RPM speed ratings, with universal joints torque-rated to match the EP-H130’s input power specification. Replacement cross-kits for universal joints are available as individual service parts, allowing operators to rebuild a worn PTO shaft without replacing the entire assembly.<\/p>\n

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Many implement designs route power from the EP-H130 output shaft through a chain-and-sprocket secondary drive to reach the working element \u2014 particularly in multi-rotor rakes and compound implement designs. Matched chain-and-sprocket sets from a single supplier ensure pitch-line compatibility and avoid the accelerated wear that develops when chain elongation characteristics and sprocket tooth geometry come from manufacturers with different tolerance philosophies. Our agricultural drive chains in ANSI 40, 50, 60, and 80 pitch series are manufactured from case-hardened alloy steel with corrosion-resistant surface finishes suited to outdoor agricultural environments, and our precision-machined sprockets in matching pitches meet ISO 606 dimensional requirements.<\/p>\n

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Foire aux questions<\/h2>\n
\nQ1. What is an agricultural machinery gearbox and why does it matter for implement performance?<\/summary>\n
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An agricultural machinery gearbox<\/strong> is a power transmission assembly that receives rotational power from a tractor’s Power Take-Off shaft (or sometimes from an electric or hydraulic motor) and converts it to the specific speed, torque, and axis orientation required by an implement’s working element. Agricultural gearboxes typically change both the rotational axis (a right-angle bevel gearbox redirects rotation 90 degrees) and the speed-torque relationship (a reduction ratio multiplies torque while reducing speed). The choice of gearbox directly determines how consistently an implement delivers its intended working action \u2014 whether that is turning hay, digging post holes, cutting grass, or driving an auger. A well-engineered gearbox keeps the implement running reliably through long field operating shifts; a poor one causes drivetrain failures during critical seasonal work windows.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ2. How do I correctly handle agricultural machinery gearbox installation to avoid premature wear in field conditions?<\/summary>\n
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Correct agricultural machinery gearbox installation<\/strong> begins with cleaning all mounting surfaces on the implement frame and verifying that the PTO drive shaft angular misalignment at the input is within the designed operating range of the shaft’s universal joints \u2014 excessive joint angles create cyclic bending loads on the input shaft bearing that reduce life substantially. Torque mounting bolts to specification using a calibrated torque wrench, never by impact alone. Check oil level at the sight port or dipstick before first use, even though the EP-H130 ships pre-filled. Run the gearbox at reduced load for 15 to 30 minutes to allow bearing seating and gear contact lapping before full operational loading, then recheck all fasteners for any relaxation. This commissioning procedure typically adds 10 to 15 minutes to installation and substantially extends the operational life of the unit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ3. Which agricultural machinery gearbox parts are most commonly replaced during routine maintenance in Brazilian farm workshops?<\/summary>\n
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The most frequently replaced agricultural machinery gearbox parts<\/strong> in routine Brazilian farm workshop maintenance are shaft oil seals (affected by UV exposure and heat cycling during equipment storage between seasons), gear oil (which should be changed every 500 to 1,000 operating hours regardless of visible condition), and input shaft bearings (the most heavily loaded elements in PTO-coupled gearbox configurations). For the EP-H130 specifically, carrying a workshop stock of NBR-compound shaft seals for the 1.375″ shaft, 80W90 gear oil replacement volumes, and matched input\/output bearing sets covers the vast majority of routine service requirements. Housing components, gears, and shafts \u2014 if the unit has been correctly installed and maintained \u2014 typically reach or exceed their designed service life without replacement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ4. When should I consider agricultural machinery gearbox replacement rather than a bearing-and-seal repair of my existing unit?<\/summary>\n
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Full unit replacement is the correct decision when: the aluminum housing shows visible cracks or impact damage at bearing bore seats; gear tooth surfaces show advanced pitting or spalling affecting more than roughly 20% of the active tooth face; output shaft runout exceeds specified tolerances after bearing replacement; or the housing bore has been worn oversize to the point where bearing outer race fretting has developed. For units still within design service life showing only seal and bearing wear, targeted replacement of those consumables \u2014 while retaining the original housing, shafts, and gears \u2014 is the most cost-effective maintenance path. The borderline case of housing bore wear typically tips the economics toward full unit replacement rather than housing sleeving.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ5. What is the working principle of the 1.6:1 bevel gearbox used in hay tedders and rotary implements?<\/summary>\n
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Les agricultural machinery gearbox working principle<\/strong> for a 1.6:1 right-angle bevel unit like the EP-H130 is straightforward: rotational power enters horizontally through the input shaft from the tractor PTO, passes through an 18-tooth forged bevel pinion gear, which meshes at 90 degrees with a 29-tooth bevel gear on the output shaft. Because the output gear has 29 teeth versus the pinion’s 18 teeth, each full input revolution produces 18\/29 \u2248 0.62 output revolutions \u2014 equivalently, 1.6 input revolutions per output revolution. Torque is multiplied by approximately the same factor (minus small friction losses), meaning input torque of 100 Nm becomes approximately 150 Nm at the output shaft. This speed-reduction and torque-multiplication, combined with the 90-degree axis redirection, is exactly what most rotary agricultural implements require.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ6. What key application factors should I evaluate when selecting an agricultural machinery gearbox for a new implement design?<\/summary>\n
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Key agricultural machinery gearbox application<\/strong> evaluation factors are: required reduction ratio (determined by target output speed versus available PTO input speed), continuous torque rating at rated input speed (which must include an appropriate safety margin for peak load conditions), shaft diameters and keyway standards (affecting coupling compatibility), mounting flange configuration (affecting frame integration), housing material (cast iron for high-impact applications, aluminum for weight-sensitive or high-humidity environments), and expected duty cycle (continuous versus intermittent). For the EP-H130 specifically, the 1.6:1 ratio, tapered roller bearing arrangement, and 1.375″ shaft standard make it well-matched to medium-duty implement applications in the 60\u2013110 HP tractor power class at standard PTO speeds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nQ7. How does agricultural machinery gearbox design differ between heavy-duty industrial applications and field-implement duty?<\/summary>\n
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Agricultural machinery gearbox design<\/strong> emphasizes different priorities than industrial gear drive design. Field implement gearboxes must be lighter (to respect tractor hydraulic lift capacity), more tolerant of vibration and shock loads (from uneven ground and sudden load changes), effectively sealed against dust and moisture ingress without the support of a controlled factory environment, and serviceable with basic workshop tools rather than specialist equipment. Industrial gearboxes typically prioritize continuous-duty efficiency, precision output speed regulation, and controlled noise levels \u2014 features that agricultural implement gearboxes trade off against ruggedness and simplicity. The EP-H130 design philosophy reflects these agricultural priorities: aluminum housing for weight and thermal management, tapered roller bearings for load capacity and shock tolerance, splash lubrication for simplicity, and standard shaft dimensions for interchangeability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The EP-H130 Series agricultural machinery gearbox is a compact, high-capacity right-angle bevel drive engineered for PTO-powered field implements. It belongs to the H130 family of right-angle bevel gearboxes commonly specified into hay tedders, rotary rakes, post-hole diggers, roller mills, and similar implement drives where reliable power transfer at a 1.6:1 reduction ratio is the core requirement.<\/p>\n

At the engineering level, this gearbox for agricultural machinery combines a two-piece cast aluminum housing with precision-forged 18\/29 tooth straight bevel gear set and tapered roller bearings on both shafts.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":1836,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[2335],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1835","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-agricultural-machinery-gearbox","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"shipping-taxable","11":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1835","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1835"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1836"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1835"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1835"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1835"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agricultural-gearbox.net\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1835"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}