With straight, conically shaped teeth and a 1:1 speed ratio, miter gears connect two shafts at an angle without changing shaft speed or torque. They're more efficient than spiral miter gears because they create less friction.

For two gears to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle, shaft angle, pitch/module, and number of teeth.

Carbon steel gears have hard, strong, and wear-resistant teeth. They’re best for heavy duty and high-torque applications, such as lifting equipment. However, these gears will rust when exposed to moisture or corrosive chemicals. Some gears have hardened teeth for additional wear resistance; gears with teeth that are not hardened can be hardened to fit your application.

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Worm gears use screw threads to make large reductions to shaft speed while transmitting motion at a right angle. They transmit motion from worm to gear and cannot be reversed. For gears and worms to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle and pitch/module. These worms are compatible with plastic worm gears.

Speed ratio is the ratio by which output shaft speed is reduced. As speed decreases, torque increases.

1045 carbon steel worms have rolled threads. Bronze gears have low friction and dissipate heat better than cast iron gears to provide a long service life for both the gear and the worm. They’re also more corrosion resistant than cast iron gears.

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A type of miter gear where one gear (sometimes called a pinion) is smaller than the other, bevel gears provide right-angle speed reduction at speed ratios ranging from 2:1 to 5:1. All are carbon steel for strength; they're compatible with plastic bevel gears. Teeth are not hardened so you can harden them to fit your application. Hardening a gear’s teeth increases its wear resistance.

A complete set consists of a gear and pinion (sold separately). For a gear and pinion to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle, pitch/module, and face width. Speed ratio is the ratio by which shaft speed is reduced when transferring motion from pinion to gear. To increase shaft speed, transfer motion from gear to pinion. Changing shaft speed also changes torque: as speed decreases, torque increases.

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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. Their teeth engage gradually, which reduces vibration and noise, and they’re hardened for extra wear resistance. Use these gears to transmit motion at a right angle while changing shaft speed and torque. They reduce speeds at ratios of 2:1, 3:1, or 4:1. Customize their machinable bore to fit them on a variety of shafts. They’re also known as spiral bevel gears.

A complete set consists of a gear and pinion (sold separately). The gear is larger than the pinion, but for them to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle, module, and face width.

Speed ratio is the ratio by which shaft speed is reduced when transferring motion from pinion to gear. To increase shaft speed, transfer motion from gear to pinion. Changing shaft speed also changes torque: as speed decreases, torque increases.

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The current industry standard, these 20° pressure angle gears have thicker, stronger teeth than 14½° pressure angle gears. Made of plastic, they run quieter than metal gears and have good corrosion and chemical resistance. They’re also known as spur gears.

Combine gears with different numbers of teeth to change speed and torque in your assembly. Combine a gear and rack to convert rotary motion into linear motion.

For components to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle and pitch/module.

Nylon gears can be operated without lubrication, so they’re commonly used in food-processing machines.

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These plastic gears are lighter and quieter than metal gears—pair them with metal worms for lubrication-free operation. Worm gears use screw threads to make large reductions to shaft speed while transmitting motion at a right angle. They transmit motion from worm to gear and cannot be reversed. For gears and worms to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle and module.

Speed ratio is the ratio by which output shaft speed is reduced. As speed decreases, torque increases.

Acetal gears are lightweight, and resist corrosion and chemicals. They absorb less moisture than nylon gears, so they’re less prone to dimensional changes. They’re best suited for light duty applications, such as prototyping.

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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. Because they’re self-lubricating, these bevel gears are commonly used in food machinery. They should not, however, come in direct contact with food or chemicals that will come in contact with food.

A complete set consists of a gear and pinion (sold separately). For a gear and pinion to mesh correctly, they must have the same pressure angle, module, and face width. Plastic pinions can also be mated with metal gears, and plastic gears with metal pinions.

Speed ratio is the ratio by which shaft speed is reduced when transferring motion from pinion to gear. To increase shaft speed, transfer motion from gear to pinion. Changing shaft speed also changes torque: as speed decreases, torque increases.

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