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Metal Gears and Gear Racks—20° Pressure Angle

The current industry standard, these 20° pressure angle gears have thicker, stronger teeth than 14½° pressure angle gears. They're also known as spur gears.

Metal Gears and Gear Racks—14 1/2° Pressure Angle

A former industry standard, 14½° pressure angle gears are often found on older machinery.

High-Power Metal Gears

For smooth, quiet operation at high speeds under heavy loads, helical gears have curved teeth that engage gradually and stay in contact longer than straight teeth.

Metal Bevel Gears

A type of miter gear where one gear is smaller than the other, bevel gears provide right-angle speed reduction at ratios ranging from 2:1 to 5:1. They’re more efficient than worm gears because they create less friction.

High-Power Metal Bevel Gears

Made from carbon steel with spiral teeth, these gears handle heavier loads at higher speeds than bevel gears with straight teeth because their teeth stay in contact longer.

Plastic Gears and Gear Racks

Plastic Gears and Gear Racks—20° Pressure Angle

The current industry standard, gears with a 20° pressure angle have thicker, stronger teeth than gears with a 14½° pressure angle.

Plastic Gears and Gear Racks—14 1/2° Pressure Angle

A former industry standard, 14½° pressure angle gears are often found on older machinery.

Plastic Miter Gears

Connect two shafts at a right angle without changing shaft speed or torque.

Plastic Bevel Gears

Reduce speeds where noise, corrosion, and frequent lubrication are a concern. Compared to metal gears, these nylon gears run more quietly, won't rust, and don't need to be lubricated.

Gear Rod Stock

Machine your own gears to fit the exact face width and shaft diameter required.