Bevel gearboxes are special speed
reducers with their shafts lying perpendicular to each other and
therefore used mainly in right-angle applications. The gearbox is a kind
of right angle gear and is suitable for a right angle solution with a
low ratio. These gearboxes save more energy as compared to worm gears
and are available in varying gear ratios.
Materials Used
These gearboxes are constructed from a variety of materials. Some of
the popularly used materials are :
- Cast Iron
- Aluminum Alloy
- Steel
The ratio of a bevel gearbox can be determined by dividing the
number of teeth in the larger gear by the number of teeth in the smaller
one. These gearboxes generate varying level of torque and can also be
customized to suit individual requirements.
Types of Bevel Gearboxes
- Straight Bevel Gearboxes : The gearbox has
straight and tapered teeth, and are also the easiest to manufacture.
These gearboxes are mainly used for low speed applications.
- Spiral Bevel Gearboxes : The gearbox has curved
and oblique teeth. These gearboxes are mainly used for high
performance and high speed applications.
Use of Bevel Gearboxes
Bevel gearboxes are used in diverse fields including :
- Printing Presses
- Newspaper Conveyors
- Material Handling
- Paper Converting
- Conveyors
- Food Processing
- Rubber Processing
- Wrapping Machines
Bevel Gearbox
