A pinion shaft is the primary driving element in most gear sets, transferring input from a drive shaft or crank to produce work. It can transfer motion to linear or right angle bevel gear sets. Pinion shafts and drive gears are typically one-piece steel assemblies and may pass through pillow block bearings and have an […]
Gears and sprockets are both splined wheels used in machinery, but gears are toothed wheels designed to mesh with other gears and transmit motion, while sprockets directly engage and move a flexible element. Gears are generally preferable in most scenarios, while sprockets are common in bicycles, conveyor belts, and film projection reels. Gears can use […]
A rack and pinion actuator uses a gear arrangement to produce linear motion for sliding gates and doors. It consists of a pinion gear and a rack gear that mesh together to move the driven element. Rack and pinion actuators can be open or enclosed, and they have few restrictions on how far they can […]
Sprockets are mechanical devices that engage with something pulled by a wheel’s rotation. They are used in bicycles, motorcycles, tracked vehicles, film cameras, and printers. However, they can cause problems if the material comes off the track, leading to damage or injury. A sprocket is a sprocket designed to engage with something that will be […]
Rack and pinion elevators use a gear system to transport people or goods to higher elevations. They come in various sizes and are often used on construction sites. Larger ones are motorized, while smaller ones may be crank operated. They are reliable and durable but slow and loud compared to other types of lifts. A […]
