Girth gears are very popular type of gears used in various industrial
applications. One of the important component in the entire gear drive
assembly, the basic feature of girth gears which differentiate them from
other gears is that they are made in multiple segments, which can be of
two, four or eight equal sizes. They are also known as Split ring gears/
Split rings among industrial users. Preference of Girth Gears
In the past many years girth gears have gone through enormous improvements. The girth gear has been preferred over the gearless drives due to the following factors:
- Their lower initial cost.
- Simplicity to install.
- Simple to operate and maintain.
- They have high efficiency.
- They are high quality, high precision component.
Girth gear materials have made several changes on their own. Casting is enhanced using full ring risering techniques. Simulation programs are installed for verification of proper solidification. New materials are used with an added advantage of increase in hardness and therefore increased ratings.
Application of Girth Gears
The girth gear is the heart of most mills and kiln drive system. They can't be used in spare parts inventory. They are also used in steel industry, sugar industry, paper and pulp industry.
