Cylindrical Gear Hobbing Machine
A cylindrical gear hobbing machine is a type of cutting machine used to make cylindrical gears. It is used to cut cylindrical gears of various sizes and shapes, with the help of a hobbing cutter. The machine is generally used in heavy-duty industrial applications involving the manufacture of pieces such as gears, splines, sprockets and other cylindrical workpieces.
Cylindrical gear hobbing machines are typically built with quality steel. They are also typically capable of producing parts to very high precision, with uniform quality. The machines can also be set up with automatic in-feeds and material handling devices for efficient and accurate production of parts.
The machine consists of a base, a rotary table, and a hobbing cutter. The base of the machine serves as a frame to house the other components and provide support. The rotary table is typically mounted on the base (or on the wall of the frame) and can be rotated at a desired speed. The hobbing cutter is generally attached to the side of the rotary table, and the cutting spindle is operated by a motor to cut the desired shape and size of the part.
The machines are designed with a large number of adjustable parameters, such as the size, shape, and depth of the cut, speed of rotation and depth of cut. To ensure accuracy, these parameters must be precisely set and adjusted to achieve the desired result. In addition, most machines also require the addition of machine coolant to assist in the cutting process. The coolant helps to keep the cutter blade cool and prevents warping and thermal expansion of the workpiece.
In addition to being precise, cylindrical gear hobbing machines are also fast and can produce large quantities of parts at a high rate of speed. This makes them ideal for mass production applications, such as in the automobile and aircraft industries.
Overall, the cylindrical gear hobbing machine is an important piece of machinery for cutting cylindrical gears and other parts. With its ability to produce precise and uniform pieces, it is a valuable tool for any industry that needs to manufacture precision parts quickly and efficiently.
