Harmonic joint modules

Tongchuan (TC Drive / HarmoCore)

Lightweight harmonic rotary joints built around self-developed harmonic gears. The TCHL series spans six frames (TCHL-11 to TCHL-32), three reduction ratios per frame, integrated dual 17-bit absolute encoders, CAN-FD and EtherCAT options, and holding-brake variants.

At a glance

Key series & specs

TCHL-11: 5.3 N·m rated / 25 N·m peak output · 0.37 kg · Φ52×57 mm
TCHL-25: 83 N·m rated / 351 N·m peak output · 1.85 kg · Φ99×87 mm
TCHL-32: 169 N·m rated / 799 N·m peak output · 3.30 kg · Φ131×103.5 mm
48 V DC · EtherCAT / CAN-FD · ≤60 arcsec, repeatability ≤10 arcsec

Specs quoted from manufacturer datasheets; final figures confirmed at quotation.

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Selection tables

Tongchuan (TC Drive / HarmoCore) — TCHL lightweight harmonic actuators

Six frames, Φ52–Φ131, each offered in three reduction ratios. 48 V DC · EtherCAT / CAN-FD · dual 17-bit single-turn absolute encoder · transmission accuracy ≤60 arcsec, repeatability ≤10 arcsec · IP54. Rated torque is quoted at 2000 rpm input at the highest ratio listed; holding-brake variants (-B) exist for every frame. Source: 2026 Tongchuan actuator selection manual (English), pp. 48–58.

ModelSize (OD × L)RatiosRated @2000 rpm (N·m)Peak start/stop (N·m)Peak output (N·m)WeightThrough-bore
TCHL-11Φ52 × 5750 / 80 / 1005.319250.37 kgΦ8
TCHL-14Φ65 × 5551 / 81 / 1016.524360.45 kgΦ10
TCHL-17Φ77 × 7651 / 81 / 10129671360.93 kgΦ12
TCHL-20Φ87 × 77.551 / 81 / 101491021811.28 kgΦ12
TCHL-25Φ99 × 8781 / 101 / 121831943511.85 kgΦ15
TCHL-32Φ131 × 103.581 / 101 / 1211694117993.30 kgΦ22

Specs quoted from manufacturer datasheets; final figures confirmed at quotation.

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FAQ

What ratios does each TCHL frame come in?

Three per frame: 50 / 80 / 100 on the TCHL-11, 51 / 81 / 101 on TCHL-14 to TCHL-20, and 81 / 101 / 121 on the TCHL-25 and TCHL-32.

How do I read the three torque columns?

Rated is at 2000 rpm input and is what the joint runs continuously. Peak start-stop is what the gearbox survives briefly. Peak output is the absolute ceiling. TCHL-25 at 101:1 is 83 / 194 / 351 N.m respectively.

Is there a holding brake?

Yes — brake variants exist for every TCHL frame. Tell us the axis and we will confirm which one fits before you order.