Hobart 00-012430-00083 Main Drive Gear Key N50

Product Description

The HOBART 00-012430-00083 is a replacement key designed for the main drive gear assembly in Hobart commercial mixing equipment. A drive key is a small precision component that locks a gear or pulley to a shaft, transmitting rotational torque without slippage. When this part wears, shears, or goes missing, the mixer loses the ability to transfer power from the motor to the attachment hub, causing the bowl to stall or the drive to spin freely. This part is installed by qualified commercial appliance or foodservice equipment technicians during scheduled maintenance or as part of a drive assembly repair.

This key is associated with the Hobart N50 mixer platform, a 5-quart countertop commercial mixer widely used in bakeries, restaurants, and commercial kitchens. It is typically replaced during drive gear service when wear or damage to the keyway or key itself is discovered. Technicians often inspect this component alongside the main drive gear, worm gear, and adjacent shaft surfaces for signs of wear during a full gearbox teardown.

Key Features

• OEM Hobart replacement key for main drive gear assembly
• Designed to maintain positive torque transfer between shaft and gear
• Compatible with the N50 mixer platform
• Small precision component critical to drivetrain integrity
• Appropriate for use during full gearbox or drive assembly service

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement for the Hobart N50 commercial mixer main drive gear assembly.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified commercial appliance technician. Disconnect and lock out all electrical power to the mixer before disassembling any drive components. Inspect the keyway on both the shaft and gear for wear or deformation before installing the new key, as a damaged keyway will cause premature failure. Reassemble drive components according to the manufacturer service documentation and verify smooth operation before returning the unit to service.

Technical Specifications

• Application: Main Drive Gear Assembly
• Compatible Platform: Hobart N50
• Component Type: Drive Key

Standard Information

• Brand: HOBART
• Manufacturer Part Number: 00-012430-00083