Rack and Pinion Types
Racks are a type of gear widely used in industry. They are used to convert circular motion into linear motion. Racks convert the motion of a rotating pinion into single-direction motion thanks to teeth cut into a flat surface. There are two types of gear manufacturing: spur racks and helical racks. Racks can be manufactured using different materials depending on the intended use and operating conditions. Plastic racks can be used for quiet, lubrication-free, and low-load environments.
Rack and Pinion Gear Materials:
- Tempered Steel Rack - Carbon Steel Rack
- Cemented Steel Rack - Steel Rack
- Cast Iron Rack - Aluminum Alloy Rack
- Copper Alloy Rack - Polyamide Rack
- Delrin Rack - Kestamid Rack
Rack Gear Applications:
- Car Rack - Connecting Gate Rack
- Control Mechanism Rack - Rail Crane Rack
- Vertical Moving Machine Tool - Sliding Door Rack
- Jack Rack - Drilling Machine Rack
- Lathe Rack - Crane Rack