Lower gear ratio motors!

Dave Hrynkiw
July 15, 2003

We're happy to announce another variant of gearmotor. Like the GM2/GM3 but with a gear ratio of 143:1, they run approximately 175% the output speed! - these are ideal for applications like minisumos, linefollowers and other wheeled devices. Check the "New Items" listing on the left side for details, or view them directly here: GM8 (offset) or GM9 (90 degree)

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