--- title: CP url: "https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/cp" date: 2026-02-12 modified: 2026-02-24 lastUpdated: 2026-04-13 --- # CP alpha Basic Line Planetary gearbox Designed for mid-range and economy applications with low to medium positioning accuracy requirements. That's what makes the CP planetary gearbox so impressive. High flexibility combined with maximum cost-effectiveness are the key advantages that these gearboxes offer you. See CAD data and configure product Downloads ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/typo3temp/assets/_processed_/9/b/csm_CP-IMAGE_e178eab937.webp) ### 3 – 100 Ratio ### 17 – 800 Nm Max. torque ### ≤ 12 arcmin Backlash [ Technical details ](#tech-details) [ Further information ](#further-info) [ Related products ](#related) [ Request consultation ](#consultation) ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-static_content/usp/14-2-flexibleConfiguration.svg) ###### Flexible configurability Various output variants enable precise integration – for maximum design freedom for individual requirements ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-static_content/usp/47-economic.svg) ###### Maximum efficiency The gearboxes in the alpha Basic Line impress with their outstanding price-performance ratio: cost-efficient to purchase, energy-efficient to operate – for economical and sustainable use ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-static_content/usp/60-pricePerformance.svg) ###### High-quality entry-level solution The alpha Basic Line is characterized by high-quality servo gearboxes that are quickly available at attractive prices – with the best performance in their class - Configure product - Technical data - Available options - Downloads | Product type | | CP | |---|---|---| | Design | | MF | | Ratio | | 3 – 100 | | Number of sizes | | 5 | | Max. backlash c) | jt | ≤ 12 arcmin | | Max. torque | T2α | 17 – 800 Nm | | Max. input speed | n1Max | 9000 rpm | | c) In relation to reference sizes | | **Output shape** | | |---|---| | Smooth shaft | ✓ | | Shaft with key d) | ✓ | | **Input shape** | | | Motor-mounted | ✓ | | **Characteristic** | | | Food-grade lubrication a) b) | ✓ | | **Accessory** (for more information, see the relevant product pages) | | | Coupling | ✓ | | a) Performance reduction: Technical data available on request b) Please contact WITTENSTEIN alpha d) Performance reduction: For detailed sizing, please use our [cymex®](https://stage.wittenstein-group.com/de-de/produkt/cymex-5) design software | | Document name | Document type | Language | Downloads | |---|---|---|---| | ![CP, CPS, CPK, CPSK, NP, NPL, NPS, NPT, NPR, NTP, NPK, NPLK, NPSK, NPTK, NPRK, CVS, CVH, NVS, NVH, HDV](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/ALPHA-BASIC-LINE-VALUE-LINE-US-fb4a30e90750.webp "Catalog alpha Basic Line & alpha Value Line") Catalog alpha Basic Line & alpha Value Line CP, CPS, CPK, CPSK, NP, NPL, NPS, NPT, NPR, NTP, NPK, NPLK, NPSK, NPTK, NPRK, CVS, CVH, NVS, NVH, HDV | Brochure /Catalog | American English | [ Download (22 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=4114&dl=1&st=1739&lg=0&token=53d8b5d5ef298cf06e536271c220fab32aeeade3)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=4114&st=1739&lg=0&token=cfadb9ddb03689be8f750f4f29e33e5ee0d02005) | | ![CP, CPS](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/ALPHA-BASIC-LINE-VALUE-LINE-CP-CPS-ff4bf9289a3d.webp "Technical data / Dimension sheets CP, CPS") Technical data / Dimension sheets CP, CPS CP, CPS | Brochure /Catalog | Neutral | [ Download (2 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3248&dl=1&st=1739&lg=0&token=cd116c3ef95f71371a54a64428581c810d6e41ad)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3248&st=1739&lg=0&token=379e4838165e34f0c1be00b8167bcd307f7e7b36) | | ![Technical documents CP, CPS, CPK, CPSK, NP, NPL, NPS, NPT, NPR, NTP, NPK, NPLK, NPTK, NPRK](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/OPERATING-MANUAL-NP-NPK-NPL-NPLK-NPR-NPRK-NPS-NPSK-NPT-NPTK-NTP-CP-CPK-CPS-CPSK-ea25c5cc4d41.webp "alpha Value Line / alpha Basic Line") alpha Value Line / alpha Basic Line Technical documents CP, CPS, CPK, CPSK, NP, NPL, NPS, NPT, NPR, NTP, NPK, NPLK, NPTK, NPRK | Operating manual | Neutral | [ Download (3 KB) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3321&dl=1&st=1739&lg=0&token=42f5985a1ce2b3567fe78a37fec8fbf9b55c5d16)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3321&st=1739&lg=0&token=985ed6e750bb9fd85c0169596c7319737296e33a) | | ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/processed_epim_fs/pdf-thumbnails/INFORMATION-SEALING-PLATE-190dba672cbe.webp "Sealing Plate") Sealing Plate | Operating manual | Neutral | [ Download (121 B) ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3293&dl=1&st=1739&lg=0&token=c3d69de968cae2150db287914e6e8f2b6fe59b02)[ Open in viewer ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/index.php?eID=dumpWittFile&t=f&f=3293&st=1739&lg=0&token=94da936c558ddf2b56f754082763bd13e3759ab7) | | Ordering code / CAD data CP | CAD / CAE | Neutral | [ Open in viewer ](https://cad-point.wittenstein-group.com/GearDetails/CP) | ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/_processed_/9/c/csm_logo-sculpture_e38190faf6.webp) Contact us ------------ Would you like to learn more about our solutions? We would be happy to advise you—personally, competently, and tailored to your requirements. [info@wittenstein-us.com](#) [ 1 630 540-5300 ](tel:16305405300) [ To the contact form ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/contact-locations/contact) ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/_processed_/7/5/csm_cp-main-image_58444a3eff.webp) Compatible with all common servo motors thanks to screw-mounted adapter plate and wide range of motor shaft diameters Wide range of translations from i = 3 to i = 100 – for maximum adaptability Available in five graduated sizes (005-045) Various output variants: • Smooth shaft • Shaft with key ### FAST LANE ### cynapse® & smart services ### Accessories ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/1/csm_walpha-vorzugsbaureihen_slider-720x490_b827fb981f.webp) Short delivery times available for selected product configurations. [Read more](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/services/consulting-planning/fast-lane) ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/_processed_/f/9/csm_cynapse-produkseite-element_slider_3783d47093.webp) With cynapse® and smart services, you can unleash the full potential of your drive system: sensor data is processed, visualized, and analyzed intelligently. Find out how the combination of gearboxes with cynapse® and our smart services can make your digital production faster, safer, and more efficient. [Read more](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/int-en/products/software-and-digitalization/cynapse-smart-services) ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/0/csm_ELASTOMER-COUPLING-IMAGE-tabmodule_3a6e5abaa1.webp) Optimization of your value chain: Utilize the combination of gearboxes and accessories in a complete package to streamline your internal processes. Find suitable elastomer couplings for our products. [Read more](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/elastomer-couplings) Related products ------------------ ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-AssetsPublic/CPS-IMAGE.PNG)##### [ CPS ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/cps) alpha Basic Line Ratio3 – 100Max. torque48 – 272 NmBacklash≤ 12 arcmin ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/typo3temp/assets/_processed_/4/b/csm_CPK-IMAGE_9bd2e0c9ae.webp)##### [ CPK ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/cpk) alpha Basic Line Ratio3 – 100Max. torque14 – 700 NmBacklash≤ 15 arcmin ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/epim-fs/Wittenstein-Prod-AssetsPublic/NP-IMAGE.PNG)##### [ NP ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/np) alpha Value Line Ratio3 – 100Max. torque18 – 800 NmBacklash≤ 8 arcmin ![](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/typo3temp/assets/_processed_/4/f/csm_NPK-IMAGE_6375d5ea0d.webp)##### [ NPK ](https://www.wittenstein-group.com/en-us/product/npk) alpha Value Line Ratio3 – 100Max. torque14 – 700 NmBacklash≤ 11 arcmin