worms and worm gears provide a highly effective answer for power transmission applications requiring high-ratio rate reduction in a restricted space using right position (90°), non-intersecting shafts. When properly used, worms and worm gears provide the smoothest, quietest form of gearing.

Because the performance of a worm equipment drive depends on the business lead angle and quantity of starts on the worm – and because increased performance is always an objective, the ratio ought to be kept only possible. To run properly, worms and worm gears used together will need to have the same diametral pitch and threads.

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