Injection Molded Spur Gears - Moulded Plastic (nylon)

Injection Molded Spur Gears    Moulded Plastic (nylon)

The positive characteristics of plastic gears include being lightweight, non-rusting, quiet, injection molding enabling low cost and large production, and able to operate without lubrication by mating with metal gears. On the other hand, low strength, tendency to hold heat, large dimensional change including backlash compared to metal, etc. are some of the points requiring caution. The degree of dimensional changes that occur with plastic gears depend on the ability to resist temperature change, moisture absorption rate and resistance to chemicals.

As far as the applications of plastic gears, they are used in varying industries such as food production machines, consumer electronics, chemical, toy, and medical equipment industries.