--- title: WG20 --- [Skip to content](https://cmc.weg.net/wg20#main-content) [![Header](https://cmc.weg.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Header.png?width=140&height=97&name=Header.png "Header")](https://www.weg.net/institutional/US/en/?hsLang=en) # WG20                          WEG Geared Motors Understanding the objectives and key selection criteria when purchasing a geared motor is vital. [DOWNLOAD OUR GUIDE](https://cmc.weg.net/hubfs/02a-WEG_Purchasing_Guide_Gears_EN_UK_Rev03.pdf?hsLang=en) --- ### What mechanical engineers and plant operators need to know when buying geared motors. At first glance, the basis of the buyer's evaluation seems quite straight forward: - Technical specifications - Cost-benefit ratio - Logistics, global availability and service In reality, greater consideration of each of these factors is required before any purchase decisions can be made. 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