SEW FA37DRN80M4 Parallel Shaft Helical Gearmotor
Brand: SEW-Eurodrive | Series: FA-Series (Parallel Shaft Hollow)
The SEW FA37DRN80M4 is a compact, highly efficient industrial parallel shaft helical gearmotor featuring a hollow shaft design[cite: 19]. Engineered for high mechanical efficiency, excellent thermal stability, and slim mounting profile demands, it is widely utilized in light material handling conveyors, packaging machinery, food processing equipment, and automated production drives[cite: 19].
Technical Specifications
| Model / Part Number | FA37DRN80M4[cite: 19] |
|---|---|
| Brand / Manufacturer | SEW-Eurodrive[cite: 19] |
| Gear Unit Type | FA Series (Parallel Shaft Helical, Hollow Shaft)[cite: 19] |
| Motor Type | DRN80M4 (AC Squirrel-Cage Motor, IE3 Premium)[cite: 19] |
| Rated Motor Power (kW) | 0.75 kW (Standard)[cite: 19] |
| Output Speed / Ratio | Customizable via gearbox options (Contact for ratio details)[cite: 19] |
| Mounting Position | Universal / Shaft-Mounted Hollow Shaft with Keyway[cite: 19] |
Documentation & Resources
SEW F37 Series Modular Configuration Matrix
Full-range modular assembly guide for SEW-Eurodrive Size 37 parallel shaft helical gearboxes[cite: 19]. Review supported mechanical mountings, current IE1-IE4 motor pairings, and factory protection options:
| Gear Unit Mounting / Shaft Design | Frame Size | Matched Motor Series & Powers | Optional Factory Accessories |
|---|---|---|---|
| FA37 (Hollow Shaft with Keyway)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | DRN Series (IE3 Premium: 63M4 to 100L4 / 0.18 kW - 3.0 kW)[cite: 19] | /BE (Fail-Safe Disc Brake) |
| F37 (Foot-Mounted Solid Shaft)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | DRE Series (IE2 High Efficiency)[cite: 19] | /TF (PTC Thermistor Thermal Protection) |
| FF37 / FAF37 (B5 Flange Mount)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | DRS Series (IE1 Standard Efficiency)[cite: 19] | /TH (Thermostat Switch Control) |
| FAZ37 (B14 Face Flange Mount)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | DV / DT Series (Legacy Retrofit Motors: DT56 to DV100)[cite: 19] | /RS (Mechanical Backstop / Anti-Runback) |
| FH37 / FHF37 / FHZ37 (Shrink Disc)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | DFV / DFT Series (ATEX Explosion-Proof Executions)[cite: 19] | /V (Forced Cooling Fan Attachment) |
| FT37 / FTF37 / FTZ37 (TorqLOC® Bushing)[cite: 19] | Size 37[cite: 19] | CV / CT Series (Inverter-Duty & Servomotor Drives)[cite: 19] | /DH (Heavy-Duty Condensation Drain) |
Legacy SEW Motor Replacement & IE3 DRN Upgrade Guide
Obsolete SEW motor ranges (DT, DV, DRS, DRE) installed on F37 gearboxes can be seamlessly replaced with current IE3 Premium Efficiency DRN motors. Refer to the cross-reference mapping below for 1-to-1 retrofitting:
| Legacy Motor Code (Obsolete) | Efficiency Level | Current IE3 Replacement Motor | Rated Power (kW) | Mechanical Compatibility & Retrofit Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DT56S4 / DT56M4 / DT63K4 | IE1 / Standard Efficiency | DRN63MS4 / DRN63M4 IE3 Upgrade | 0.18 kW - 0.25 kW[cite: 19] | Direct 1-to-1 flange & shaft match on F37 gearboxes. Lower energy loss. |
| DT71D4 / DV71D4[cite: 19] | IE1 / Standard Efficiency[cite: 19] | DRN71M4 IE3 Upgrade[cite: 19] | 0.37 kW - 0.55 kW | Identical mounting dimensions; direct drop-in replacement. |
| DT80N4 / DV80N4[cite: 19] | IE1 / Standard Efficiency[cite: 19] | DRN80M4 IE3 Upgrade[cite: 19] | 0.75 kW[cite: 19] | Flange & shaft dimensions identical. Standard FA37 pairing. |
| DT90S4 / DV90S4 | IE1 / Standard Efficiency | DRN90S4 IE3 Upgrade | 1.1 kW | B5/B14 adapter compatibility preserved. Fully compliant with modern IE3 standards. |
| DT90L4 / DV90L4[cite: 19] | IE1 / Standard Efficiency[cite: 19] | DRN90L4 IE3 Upgrade[cite: 19] | 1.5 kW - 2.2 kW | Direct replacement on F37, FA37, FAF37, and FH37 gear units. |
| DV100M4 / DRE100M4[cite: 19] | IE1 / IE2 Efficiency[cite: 19] | DRN100LS4 / DRN100L4 IE3 Upgrade | 2.2 kW - 3.0 kW[cite: 19] | Maximum power capacity pairing for F37 series. Replaces legacy DV100M4 seamlessly. |
Expert Selection & Retrofit Engineering Notes
We specialize in providing complete drive packages and technical replacement solutions for the entire SEW-Eurodrive F37 series[cite: 19]. Whether you require a foot-mounted solid shaft unit (F37)[cite: 19], hollow shaft with keyway (FA37)[cite: 19], B5 output flange (FAF37 / FF37)[cite: 19], shrink disc connection (FH37)[cite: 19], or keyless TorqLOC® clamping system (FT37)[cite: 19], all mechanical designs can be supplied pre-assembled with state-of-the-art IE3 DRN series motors (DRN63M4 to DRN100L4)[cite: 19].
When retrofitting an existing application featuring an obsolete DT56, DT63, DT71, DT80, or DV90 motor[cite: 19], upgrading to an IE3 DRN motor ensures complete dimensional interchangeability while substantially reducing operating temperatures and energy costs. Simply send us your existing SEW serial number or nameplate code (including options like BE brake, TF thermistor, or RS backstop), and our engineering team will provide a 100% compliant replacement specification and quotation.
When retrofitting an existing application featuring an obsolete DT56, DT63, DT71, DT80, or DV90 motor[cite: 19], upgrading to an IE3 DRN motor ensures complete dimensional interchangeability while substantially reducing operating temperatures and energy costs. Simply send us your existing SEW serial number or nameplate code (including options like BE brake, TF thermistor, or RS backstop), and our engineering team will provide a 100% compliant replacement specification and quotation.
Core Benchmark Model Standard Configurations
- FA37 DRN63M4 (0.25 kW)
- FA37 DRN71M4 (0.37 kW)
- FA37 DRN80M4 (0.75 kW)[cite: 19]
- FA37 DRN90S4 (1.1 kW)
- FA37 DRN90L4 (1.5 kW)[cite: 19]
- FA37 DRN100LS4 (2.2 kW)
- FA37 DRN100L4 (3.0 kW)
- F37 DRN71M4 (0.37 kW)
- F37 DRN80M4 (0.75 kW)[cite: 19]
- FAF37 DRN71M4 (0.37 kW)
- FAF37 DRN80M4 (0.75 kW)
- FH37 DRN71M4 (0.37 kW)
- FH37 DRN80M4 (0.75 kW)[cite: 19]
- FT37 DRN71M4 (0.37 kW)
- FT37 DRN80M4 (0.75 kW)
- FA37 DT71D4 (DT Replacement)[cite: 19]
- FA37 DT80N4 (DT Replacement)[cite: 19]
- FA37 DV90L4 (DV Replacement)[cite: 19]
- F37 DT80N4 (DT Replacement)
- FAF37 DT80N4 (DT Replacement)
