Great gears start with the right tooth geometry. Gear shaping cuts precise teeth in places that can challenge other machining methods, bringing flexibility to complex gear designs.
How Gear Shaping Works
Shaping uses a reciprocating cutter that moves up and down to remove material. The cutter and gear blank rotate in a coordinated motion, progressively generating the tooth profile. The process can produce both internal and external gear teeth.
Why It Matters
Internal teeth. Tight clearances. Challenging geometry. Shaping is especially useful for cutting teeth near shoulders or other features that limit tool access. That versatility gives manufacturers more options for producing complex gear teeth profiles and splined components.
Gear Shaping at ITAMCO
Big gears demand big capabilities. ITAMCO shapes large gears up to six feet in diameter (72 inches) and 15 inches in length. Combined with gear hobbing, gashing, grinding, and precision machining, our capabilities support your project from individual components to complete gearbox assemblies.
Precision takes shape here. Explore ITAMCO’s gearing capabilities.
