Finding the Right Module for Spur Gears

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The discussion focuses on determining the appropriate module for spur gears based on calculations and standard tables. The user references DIN 780, which provides a standard table for gear modules. It is established that when calculating gear modules, values should be rounded up to the nearest standard module, such as rounding 3.91 to 4 and 3.45 to 3. This rounding practice ensures compatibility with standard gear sizes.

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hello,

i am doing gear calculations
my problem: i get several point numbers for the module of the spur gear
din 780 suggest a standard table with modules
so i just have to wrap up my calculated modules, for example: 3.91 => 4 ?

thank you vm !
 
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anyway can help me ?
 
someone, please ?
 
Yes - round up
 
oke thank you !
always round up or 3.45 => 3 ?
 

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