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i have a 20:1 worm gear but would like to lower the ratio as much as possible. what can i do to lower the ratio? the lower the better
the gear I am using is tiny, like a half inch and it only comes in 20 teeth. the only worm i can find for it is 48 pitch. I am looking at https://sdp-si.com/ only so are there any other sites that have half inch or even better 3/16 gears with more teeth and worms with smaller pitches?brewnog said:Reduce the pitch of the worm gear, or increase the number of teeth on the spur.
The speed of a worm gear is determined by the number of teeth on the worm and the gear it engages with. In order to increase the speed, you can either increase the number of teeth on the worm or decrease the number of teeth on the gear.
Lubrication is important for the smooth operation of a worm gear, but it does not directly affect the speed. Using a different lubricant may improve the efficiency and reduce friction, but it will not significantly increase the speed of the gear.
Adding more power to the motor will not directly increase the speed of the worm gear. The speed is determined by the gear ratio and the rotational speed of the motor. However, increasing the power may improve the overall performance and efficiency of the gear.
In most cases, the gear ratio of a worm gear cannot be changed without replacing the gears. However, some worm gears may have adjustable ratios by changing the position of the worm or gear within the system.
Modifying the teeth on the worm gear can potentially increase its speed, but it may also affect the overall performance and efficiency of the gear. It is important to carefully consider the design and functionality of the gear before making any modifications to the teeth.