- Published 9 Aug 2023
- Last Modified 9 Aug 2023
- 5 min
What is a Worm Gear?
With RS worm and wheel gears, you can produce controlled, high-torque actuation in a very small space using minimal input torque. Learn the advantages they offer over bevel gears and rack and pinion gear sets - though we can help with those too.
How Does a Worm Gear Work?
Types of Gear
Bevel Gears
Gear Racks
Spur Gears
Difference Between Worm Gear and Rack and Pinion
Worm Gear Uses and How to Install Them
How to Calculate the Gear Ratio of a Worm Gear
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