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is there such thing as a gear that when laid horizontally has teeth that point up intead of out or in?
Horizontal Gear with Upward Pointing Teeth: Myth or Reality?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the existence and practicality of gears that have teeth pointing upward when laid horizontally. Participants explore the concept of such gears, their applications, and alternatives available in the market.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions the existence of gears with upward-pointing teeth when laid horizontally.
- Another participant confirms that such gears do exist but are not commonly used, suggesting that conical gears are more effective for similar applications.
- A specific type of gear, referred to as "face gears," is mentioned as an example of this design.
- Concerns are raised about the availability of face gears on commercial websites, with a participant expressing difficulty in finding them.
- It is suggested that face gears may need to be custom manufactured, and alternatives such as bevel gears or ring & pinion gears are proposed.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants have differing views on the practicality and availability of upward-pointing teeth gears, with some agreeing on their existence while others question their commonality and suggest alternatives.
Contextual Notes
There is uncertainty regarding the availability of face gears and whether they can be sourced from standard suppliers, as well as the implications of using alternative gear types.
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