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A Complete Guide To Spur Gears

Spur gears are a very important and a crucial part of many mechanical operations. If you have ever wondered what a spur gear is and what role it plays in gearboxes, then today is your lucky day—there is no need to wonder anymore. Here at Blaz-Man Gear Inc. Power Transmission Group, we want to do our part in sharing our knowledge and experience with you to provide a solid foundation on all things gears. The more information you have, the better you will understand the inner working of spur gears.

The Difference Between Gear Shaping and Gear Hobbing

It is one thing to look at what gears do and how they work, but it is another thing to look deeper at how exactly gears are made and constructed. Today, that is exactly what we are going to do. Gear shaping and gear hobbing are both common ways to create gears. To look at the difference between gear shaping and gear hobbing, continue reading below.

Types of Gear Manufacturing Methods

Gear Manufacturing can seem complicated for many reasons; one specifically is that there are numerous methods to go about doing so. Here is some information regarding the different types of gear manufacturing methods so you can get an overall better understanding of it. The more knowledge, the better!

The Advantages of Spiral Bevel Gears

To start, spiral bevel gears have helical teeth at a 90-degree angle. The goal of this design is to provide more flexibility and traction in hopes that they will not slip during the operation. This type of bevel gear is also known as a hypoid gear. For more information on the spiral bevel gear overall, as well as some of the advantages of the spiral bevel gear, continue reading below.

Characteristics of Gear Design

Overall, there are eight common gears that vary in design. Each gear is designed for specific scenarios and situations, depending on where it is going to fit into the build of the product. For an inside scoop on the different features and characteristics of gear designs for each type of gear, continue reading below.

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A Complete Guide To Spur Gears

The Difference Between Gear Shaping and Gear Hobbing

Types of Gear Manufacturing Methods

The Advantages of Spiral Bevel Gears

Characteristics of Gear Design

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