Gear Rack

Boston Gear Gears

This Boston Gear Rack features a face width of 0.188 inches and a pressure angle of 14.5 degrees. The face width determines the contact area between the rack and pinion. Gear racks are commonly used in steering mechanisms and other linear positioning applications.

Specifications

Face Width	0.188"
Pressure Angle	14.5 °

About gears

Gear Rack is listed under Gears — spur, helical, bevel, worm and internal gears plus racks. Gears transmit rotary motion and torque between shafts, or convert rotary motion into linear motion. This category encompasses a range of gear types, including spur, helical, bevel, worm, and internal gears, as well as racks.

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