Gear wheel production can be quoted faster when the supplier receives the technical inputs in one package. It is not enough to say that you need a gear wheel. The important details are drawing, module, tooth count, diameter, width, material, accuracy, quantity, and requested lead time.
Groundmetal produces external gearing up to 1000 mm diameter and module 12, internal gearing up to 450 mm diameter and module 6, splining up to 1200 mm length, and gear grinding up to 500 mm diameter. Every job is reviewed individually according to production difficulty and available capacity.
For replacement parts, a photo or sample of the damaged part can also help. If the drawing is incomplete, describe where the part works, how it is mounted, what it transmits, and whether the request is for gearbox repair or new component production.
What should a gear enquiry include?
| Input | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Drawing or 3D model | Defines dimensions, geometry, fits, and functional surfaces. |
| Module and tooth count | Core parameters for gear production. |
| Diameter and width | Help confirm whether the part fits the available technology. |
| Material | Affects machining, cost, availability, and possible surface finishing. |
| Quantity | Separates one-off work, small-batch work, and repeat production. |
| Lead time | Lead time is agreed individually according to difficulty and material availability. |
Checklist
- Attach a drawing or 3D model.
- Include module, tooth count, diameter, and gear width.
- Add material or request material sourcing.
- State quantity and requested lead time.
- For repair, include a photo or sample of the damaged part.