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SEW-EURODRIVE Expands PxG® Servo Portfolio with New Economy Series

Aug 10, 2026 | News

WELLFORD, SC – SEW-EURODRIVE has expanded its PxG® planetary servo gear unit portfolio with the introduction of the PxG® economy series, adding three performance classes for machine builders and OEMs seeking cost-effective servo performance for standard industrial automation applications.

 

The new P1.G, P2.G and P3.G gear units extend the existing PxG® family below the P5.G, P6.G and P7.G precision range. The expanded portfolio allows customers to match gear unit performance more closely to application requirements rather than specifying higher levels of precision, torque capacity or load capability than the machine requires.

Right-Sized Performance for Standard Automation

The PxG®  economy series is designed for applications with low to medium technical requirements. Typical uses include packaging equipment, assembly machinery, material handling systems, carton erectors, gantry robots, and machine tool portals.

 

Each performance class addresses a different level of mechanical demand. P1.G is intended for standard applications with relatively low overhung loads. P2.G provides additional load capacity for applications with increased radial forces. P3.G combines cost-optimized straight gearing with higher-capacity bearings for applications requiring greater mechanical strength while remaining within project budget constraints.

A Broader Modular Servo Platform

The PxG® economy series is available in five sizes with peak torque ratings from 11 to 500 Nm. The gear units are offered in one- and two-stage configurations, provide rotational clearance from 6 to 12 arcminutes, and have a rated service life of more than 20,000 hours.

 

The modular system includes solid-shaft designs with smooth, keyed or splined output options, depending on the performance class. Food-grade lubrication options and multiple mounting interfaces support use across a range of machine designs. The series is also integrated into SEW-EURODRIVE engineering tools, including SEW-Workbench, DriveCAD and DriveConfigurator, to support selection and system design.

 

Benefits for Machine Builders

The PxG® economy series expands customer choice across the servo portfolio by providing:

  • Cost-optimized performance: Three application-focused performance classes help reduce unnecessary over-specification.
  • Simplified selection: Clear differences in load capacity and application range make it easier to match the gear unit to the machine.
  • Flexible integration: Mailable interfaces and with shaft and mounting options support new machine designs and drive replacements.
  • Long-term reliability: More than 20,000 hours of rated service life supports dependable operation in dynamic automation applications.
  • Scalable portfolio coverage: Customers can select economy or precision performance within the same PxG® product family as application requirements change.

Expanding Customer Choice

The new economy range complements the existing PxG® precision portfolio with a lower-cost option. Together, the economy and precision series give customers a broader range of planetary servo gear units within one modular platform.

 

 

The project required advanced thermal validation, high torque capacity, precision mechanical integration, and long-term reliability across one of the most demanding conveyor applications ever constructed.

“Every automation application has different performance requirements. The PxG® economy series gives machine builders more flexibility to select the performance their machines actually need while maintaining the quality, engineering support and long-term reliability they expect from SEW-EURODRIVE.”

–  Anecia Hoffield, Servo Product Manager, SEW-EURODRIVE USA

The introduction of the PxG® economy series continues SEW-EURODRIVE’s expansion of modular motion solutions designed to help OEMs balance machine performance, system cost and long-term operating value.

 

About SEW-EURODRIVE

Founded in 1931 in Bruchsal, Germany, SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in Industrial Automation, with operations in over 50 countries, 17 manufacturing plants, 92 assembly facilities, and more than 21,000 employees. The company holds over 1,000 patents, continuously driving technological advancements in gearmotors, frequency inverters, servo drives, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides engineered solutions in countless industries, including automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, mining, steel, logistics, energy, and more, providing customized automation solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Despite its global reach, SEW-EURODRIVE remains family-owned, ensuring long-term vision, strong values, and a commitment to excellence.

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