Tagged: gears
As fine as a human hair: new igus micro gears with 0.2 module
By Michael Rielly The micro gears’ delicate teeth make them suitable for very precise applications in small installation spaces October 5th, 2023 – Engineers around the world are designing increasingly compact products. To meet their...
What are the main benefits of using polymer gears?
By Erin Kemal When considering the benefits of using polymer gears over conventional metal ones, there are key benefits that stick out: weight reduction, corrosion resistance and low cost. We are finding that more...
Plastic gears vs metal gears: Which is the better option?
By Michael Moalli The debate between plastic and metal components is a seemingly never-ending one. However, discourse has shifted in recent years in favor of plastic due to the wide range of benefits it...
Spur gears vs helical gears & their applications
By Jared Worth Gears can come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. Every type of gear has specific applications they’re ideal for, and typically gear designs vary enough that there isn’t much overlap....