{"id":77462,"date":"2025-12-18T16:49:48","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T15:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/?p=77462"},"modified":"2025-12-18T16:49:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T15:49:48","slug":"schaeffler-introduces-repair-tool-for-electric-powertrains","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/index.php\/schaeffler-introduces-repair-tool-for-electric-powertrains\/77462","title":{"rendered":"Schaeffler introduces repair tool for electric powertrains"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Schaeffler Vehicle Lifetime Solutions\u202fhas introduced the\u202fE-Axle Repair Tool, a specialised device capable of repairing electric powertrains.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>According to Schaeffler, the new tool enables precise, non-contact disassembly and reassembly of rotors and stators. Instead of replacing entire motors at high cost, targeted repairs can now be performed \u2013 saving resources and supporting a sustainable circular economy.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"701\" height=\"394\" class=\" wp-image-77463 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autotrade.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Schaeffler_VLS_E-Axle_Repair_Tool16x9-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Permanent magnets create a strong magnetic field, which can make handling the rotor difficult. The gap between the stator and the rotor, known as the &#8216;air gap&#8217;, is crucial for an electric motor to function properly. A smaller gap increases the motor&#8217;s efficiency. <\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the magnetic force can cause the rotor to adhere to the stator, making it difficult to remove. 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