Worm Wheels and Worm Screws
Center distance up to 350 mm | Max module 10 | Quality up to DIN 5
Worm gear systems
When motion needs to be transmitted between perpendicular shafts, the ideal solution is the worm and wheel system. At 3F, we design and manufacture these components with the utmost precision, combining our long-standing experience with the most advanced production technologies.
The worm, typically made of hardened steel, works in combination with a bronze wheel — a material pairing chosen to ensure an excellent friction coefficient, minimize the risk of seizing, and provide outstanding wear resistance over time. This combination also allows for optimal lubrication and smooth, quiet operation.
Production focused on durability and performance
The operating principle is based on the action of the worm’s threads, which, by rotating, drive the teeth of the wheel, thereby generating rotary motion. For this reason, the contact area between the two components is a crucial factor: the quality of this contact directly affects the system’s efficiency, service life, and load capacity.
At 3F, we are committed to ensuring optimal contact, evenly distributed across the entire working surface. The result is a reliable, efficient, and long-lasting transmission system capable of meeting the highest demands for performance and dependability.