Helical Gearbox

Helical gearboxes are quite similar to the spur gearboxes in functionality. These gearboxes possess teeth that are fitted in a spiral format around the gear. The contemporary helical gearboxes are generally designed on a modular concept of construction and are available in different ratios. These gearboxes are designed to work absolutely without any noise. Owing to their high durability and noise free operation, these gearboxes are mostly used in transmission. They can comfortably bear high shock loads. Although the helical gearboxes demand sufficiently large initial expense, but they prove to be a onetime investment. Their efficient performance and low maintenance costs compensate for the high initial expense.

Advantages of Helical Gearboxes
Following are some of the advantages of the industrial helical gearboxes:

• Can work for long period before requiring service
• Leads to better productivity
• Low servicing costs
• Ease of servicing
• Easy installation

Beneficial Features
The modern helical gearboxes are full of various beneficial features. Some of these prominent features are as listed below:

• Advanced design
• Noise free operation
• Possesses cooling coil
• Stainless steel housing
• Input/Output shaft extension
• Equipped with reinforced bearings
• Available in foot and flange mounted constructions

Construction Materials
A lot of high quality materials are used for the fabrication or construction of the helical gearboxes. A few out of them are as follows:

• Stainless Steel
• Carbon Steel
• Aluminum
• Cast-iron
• Titanium
• Iron

Applications
Helical gearboxes found their application in many industries, some of them are given below:

• Steel
• Mining
• Rubber
• Textile
• Medical
• Defense
• Automotive