Helical Gear Design

HELICAL GEAR DESIGN

Same as Spur Gear Design except the inclusion of helix angle

HP_Helical = HP_Spur * cos(ψ)

2. Calculate Design Horse Power

Same as Spur Gear

3. Select the Gear / pinion with horse power capacity equal to or more than Design HP

From "Handbook of Gears" -Stock drive products

Table 1.18 Ratings for Hardened Steel Helical Gears

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