Custom Aerospace Worm Gears Engineered for Excellence

Southern Gear & Machine, Inc., a veteran-owned business since 1957, specializes in the manufacturing of custom precision aerospace worm gears, offering tailored solutions for aircraft, spacecraft, and defense applications. With decades of experience and state-of-the-art facilities, we deliver high-quality worm gears that meet the stringent demands of the aerospace industry.

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Southern gear is a veteran owned, ISO 9001:2015, AS 9100D, and ITAR Compliant aircraft and aerospace gears and gear components manufacturer for actuator gears, aircraft and aerospace engine gears, F-18 gears, F-35 gears, fuel pump gears, gatling gun gears, generator gears, ground-based radar gears, gun systems gears, helicopter gears, joint strike fighter gears, missile gears, missile fin actuator gears, missile launcher gears, missile system gears, rotary actuator gears, satellite gears, and any other aircraft or aerospace gear application needed.

Understanding Aerospace Worm Gears

Aerospace worm gears are essential components in the propulsion and control systems of aircraft and spacecraft. These gears feature a helical tooth design, with a screw-like shaft called the worm engaging with a toothed wheel known as the worm gear. Renowned for their ability to provide high gear reduction ratios and exceptional torque transmission, aerospace worm gears are widely used in applications where precise motion control and efficient power transmission are critical.

Aerospace worm gears offer several advantages, including high efficiency, self-locking capability, and minimal backlash. These features make them ideal for applications such as actuation systems, landing gear mechanisms, and flight control surfaces, where precise motion control and safety are paramount. Manufactured to the highest standards of quality and precision, aerospace worm gears undergo stringent testing to ensure they meet the rigorous requirements of aerospace applications.

Types of Aerospace Worm Gears

1. Single-Enveloping Worm Gears: In this configuration, the worm wraps partially around the worm gear, providing a larger contact area and increased load-carrying capacity.
2. Double-Enveloping Worm Gears: Also known as globoidal worm gears, these feature a worm that wraps around the worm gear on both sides, offering even higher load-carrying capacity and efficiency compared to single-enveloping worm gears.
3. Non-Enveloping Worm Gears: This type of worm gear has a cylindrical worm that meshes with a straight or helical gear, providing a simple and compact design for light-duty applications.

Aerospace Worm Gear Applications

• Actuation systems
• Landing gear mechanisms
• Flight control surfaces
• Steering systems
• Cargo handling systems
• Antenna positioning mechanisms
• Satellite deployment systems

Custom Aerospace Worm Gear Manufacturing At Southern Gear, we specialize in manufacturing custom aerospace worm gears using advanced materials such as

• 17-7 stainless steel
• 4140 alloy steel
• 9310 alloy steel
• Aluminum bronze
• Titanium

Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced team of engineers and machinists employ the latest technologies and techniques to produce precision worm gears that meet the exact specifications and requirements of our clients. From design and prototyping to production and quality control, we ensure that every worm gear we manufacture delivers optimal performance and reliability.

Aerospace Worm Gear FAQs

1. What sets Southern Gear’s aerospace worm gears apart from competitors?

   • Commitment to quality, precision, and innovation
   • Advanced technologies and materials
   • Rigorous testing and quality assurance processes

2. Can Southern Gear provide custom aerospace worm gear solutions?

   • Yes, we offer custom worm gear solutions tailored to meet specific customer requirements
   • Our engineering team works closely with customers to develop perfect solutions

3. How does Southern Gear ensure the quality and reliability of its aerospace worm gears?

   • Strict quality control measures throughout the manufacturing process
   • State-of-the-art facilities equipped with advanced machinery and testing equipment
   • Experienced engineers and technicians monitoring every stage of production

For inquiries about your aircraft and aerospace bevel gears and other precision components, please contact Southern Gear for your RFQ today.