What characterizes gears?

Gears are highly functional precision components used to transmit torque and motion in a wide range of drive systems. Typical examples include stepped planet gears, sun gears and other toothed workpieces with this type of geometry. They are characterized by precise tooth contours, defined diameter and transition areas and, depending on the design, additional bores, steps or functional surfaces. Accordingly, the requirements for dimensional accuracy, gear quality, runout accuracy and surface finish are particularly high.

Typical machining requirements

The machining of gears requires a high level of process reliability, as several function-critical features must be precisely aligned with one another. Depending on the workpiece, production includes turning, drilling and milling operations as well as processes such as gear skiving. PITTLER offers flexible machine concepts for these applications, enabling even demanding gear geometries to be manufactured efficiently and precisely in just a few setups. This creates the basis for consistently high component quality and cost-effective manufacturing processes.